• Koppert Teams Up for First Automated Lettuce Farm in the UAE

  June 17, 2020

  Farms with all the solutions and expertise to fulfil the ever-growing demand for high quality produce in the Gulf region." The CEO and founder of Armela Farms [...] Yassin Lahiani. "The experience gained in the Mediterranean regions such as Spain and Morocco are already being applied in the Middle East for many years [...] vegetable growing facility in the United Arab Emirates. The 3-hectare farm is located in Abu Dhabi and will produce 9 million head of lettuce per year. Armela

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the piece presents [...] production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and [...] presents a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  In the Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as [...] for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major [...] as a curative measure against the oak processionary caterpillar for several years,’ explains Joep van Bergeijk, coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  unsaleable. The viruses that thrips can transmit in vegetable crops are a major threat. The best known are the tomato spotted wilt virus ( TSWV ) and the impatiens [...] thrips also 'delivers' many other types of viruses. The trouble is that you can't get rid of a viral infection, and the crop can die from it. Investing in safety [...] Types of damage What kind of damage do thrips cause exactly? In ornamental plants, the main problem is visual damage. This can seriously affect the product's

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 4, 2023

  resources for the benefit of future generations. Soil and water constitute the medium in which plants grow and derive essential nutrients. The role of soil extends [...] contributes to the overall adaptability of crops to challenging environmental conditions. Additionally, the use of our beneficial insects reduces the dependency [...] management practices. The future of agricultural soil does not solely rest in the hands of governments or growers. Education plays a pivotal role in shaping

• Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell

  November 28, 2021

  Spidex is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex . Take the following [...] Spidex at just the right time. You should ideally use Spidex on the day that you receive it. If that’s not possible, make sure to store it in a cool and dark [...] store the product for longer than three days! Do you know how to use Spidex in your crop? You can see the instructions on YouTube . Turn and shake the packaging

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  Trials conducted with the new composition showed the searching capacity of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults [...] eggs in the same time frame, hugely enhancing the biocontrol process and efficacy." Proof of predation The characteristic orange/red color of Spidex mites [...] Koppert Biological Systems by the company’s founder, Jan Koppert. The eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 19, 2024

  such as Citripar , out of direct sunlight. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Avoid the hottest part of the day. Avoid releasing during [...] If you are new to the world of beneficial insects, then review the steps below to help you start your biological program off on the right foot: 1) Evaluate [...] your compatible sprays There may come a time when you need to do a knockdown spray. Review your options ahead of time, and consider chemical side effects

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  left on the leaves or fruit of the crop. After a long trajectory of research and development, Koppert is replacing the clay matrix (in which the nematodes [...] Hence, the development of the new gel fomulation for its nematode products, including Entonem . This formaulation increase the shelf life of these highly [...] transparent solution. The former clay medium left a whitish film on the final product, which was affecting the economic value of ornamental crops especially

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  rising protectionism, the potential impact of Brexit, and the consolidation of breeding companies. New iQ innovation quarter The Koppert stand this year [...] comply to a growing number of regulations and the quality demands from retailers are issues we can help clients with.' 'The international nature of this fair [...] Trade Fair at Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, from November 7-9. Visitors from all over the world come to the fair to see the latest developments and to