• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  come in a long-storage, biodegradable carrier in a formulation that is easy to dilute and safe to handle. 'Using nematodes against wireworms is a pretty [...] A combination of a biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes is proving to be the answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum [...] natural fungicide to potato producers in Central Europe for healthier plants and a more productive yield.' Trianum-P and -G are easy to integrate into the

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  van Nieuwkerk is responsible for plant protection at the company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used [...] Koppert asked him to test a number of improvements and report back on his findings. The scan function made more powerful This testing is ongoing at RedStar [...] the chance of mistakes in biological plant protection is now much smaller. We have tested the app extensively and plan to use it in all our locations here

• Insight to the Production of Nematodes

  September 12, 2019

  first the nematodes are grown in a laboratory flask, then they are placed in a scale-up bioreactor, and finally scaled-up to a production bioreactor. After [...] best. A solution of the medium is made in a flask and sterilized in an autoclave to avoid any risk of contamination. Then the nematodes are placed in a nutritious [...] “Little Heroes”. They are bred for the biological control of a host of horticultural and orchard pests by Koppert, a leader in biological control. More than

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  bee. In most situations, “buzz-pollination” will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower [...] Bumblebees will fly in winds of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called “buzz- pollination ”, a rapid vibrating motion [...] honeybees, and are less likely to leave your crop for more attractive flowers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla tubes

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  start already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products to support this. Central in the schedule is the product [...] see differences in fields regarding frost damage. Besides temperature and wind also fertilization plays a crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower freezes [...] one plant (on the left a one year old branch, on the right a multi-year branch). In the blueberry protocol of Koppert, energy in the plant is the main target

• Unprecedented Journey for Future Leaders

  July 24, 2018

  course (28 October to 10 November 2018) is open to future floricultural leaders between 25-40 years old from around the globe, with a minimum of 5 years [...] years working experience in a leading position within a future proof producer of ornamentals . The working language during the course is English and floricultural [...] globe are welcome to apply. Application is followed by a selection procedure and by the end of August, 12-15 managers are selected to be part of this first

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  diminishing at a rapid rate. It is a notoriously difficult material to recycle. In addition to these unfortunate facts, Styrofoam is being banned in many cities [...] by searching for a sustainable alternative. According to World Centric, a company that produces compostable products, it takes 11.28 kWh to produce one [...] For the Better Health of People and the Planet For the past 50 years Koppert’s mission has been to contribute to better health of people and the planet

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  and Hoogendoorn Growth Management jointly give a webinar about how to facilitate root health and condition to get the best possible plant health . When: Tuesday [...] energy balance. You can register for this webinar until March 12. Click here to register for the webinar. We published a whitepaper about this topic on our [...] Biological Systems in various positions, amongst others in Marketing & Sales and R&D. Currently he works as part time Executive Manager for the Koppert Foundation

• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  January 15, 2024

  of cleanup for Fungus Gnat blow-ups, they leave a bit to be desired in terms of longevity in the growing media and require reapplication on a weekly basis [...] after a single introduction. They have a wide range of food sources, even mold, and can be set up for the long term to provide a stable layer of protection [...] Western Flower Thrips can establish a beachhead. Also – keep moisture in mind with respect to how long they'll last in your growing medium. At the end of

• Accelerating Change in Food Production

  June 20, 2018

  food sector, to work together to introduce and speed up the urgent changes needed in food production. More than 60 participants took part in presentations [...] challenges in Europe were to promote healthy living, support active ageing and improve health care, and that nutrition played a vital role in this. Koppert [...] Henri Oosthoek, remarked that a much greater degree of involvement by the medical world was needed for consumers to understand how food impacted on their health