• Tree specialist Wolterinck BV: biological control of the oak processionary caterpillar

  March 9, 2022

  Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies. Co-owner and general [...] witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred [...] nematodes plus Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus

• Koppert teams up for first automated lettuce farm in the UAE

  June 9, 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 [...] 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 Farms is making [...] with several leaders in the Dutch horticultural sector, Koppert Biological Systems is helping to build the largest automated and data-driven vegetable growing

• Koppert acquires BUG creating the largest biocontrol company in Latin America

  December 19, 2017

  presence in the sugar cane market is very representative, with the Trichogramma galloi wasps sales covering more than 400 thousand hectares. And the company [...] Piraciacaba, in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, and are characterized by the worldwide innovation vanguard of this biotechnology segment which is reported to [...] took over the company Itaforte Bioproduto, involved in the Biological Control of pests and diseases in agriculture since 1996. In 2014, the company acquired

• Latest R&D data about the new strain of Myzus persicae

  February 9, 2025

  working diligently to understand and combat this strain. Identifying the problem The first signs of the new stain of the green peach aphid surfaced when [...] including The Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Hungary, Poland, Canada and Mexico. The impact and awareness vary. Countries like the Netherlands [...] The emergence of the new Myzus persicae strain, informally called ‘Myzus 2.0’ is presenting significant challenges to growers worldwide. However, the dedicated

• Koppert and Orion's partnership boosts in-furrow biological crop protection in Europe

  March 17, 2025

  innovated and refined the technology, growing the business from serving family and friends to providing cutting-edge solutions for growers around the world [...] this important region. The key to this successful implementation has been the direct contact with growers and the trust built from the very beginning!" Rodrigo [...] Today, Orion is among the leading providers of equipment designed to enhance efficiency, reliability, and practicality in both operations and biological

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards [...] y critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are safe

• Amblydromalus limonicus, a versatile predator in the fight against soft-bodied pests

  July 21, 2025

  efficiency is a key advantage in dynamic greenhouse environments. High reproductive and predation rates Another distinguishing feature of A. limonicus is its [...] profile is undeniably impressive. From its ability to target later thrips instars to its high reproductive and predation rates, it represents the most powerful [...] offering growers a robust and adaptable solution for sustainable pest management. The predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus is available in a bottle ( Limonica

• High temperatures, stable results: Biofungicide Trianum's heat resistance put to the test

  June 21, 2024

  positive effect on water and nutrient uptake promotes plant growth and uniformity, keeping the plant healthy and strong. Highly resilient The potential for Trianum [...] Trianum is approved for use in many different crops, the time of year that Trianum is introduced to the soil varies greatly. We know that the temperature [...] it interacts with fungal pathogens in the soil, how it protects roots and promotes crop health and development, and how it responds to different conditions

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  January 29, 2025

  prices, and the costs associated with pesticides or alternative management strategies, to estimate costs and benefits. In some studies, value is defined [...] time-consuming and costly. Biocontrol, on the other hand, often requires less frequent intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a c [...] in addition to planting the banker plants and significantly reduces workload during the season. Prevent pest resistance and enhanced long-term sustainability

• Koppert and Lantmännen BioAgri partner to further develop biological seed treatment

  September 29, 2016

  Koppert and Lantmännen BioAgri have agreed on the acquisition of the assets of BioAgri’s microbial products, registrations and IP by Koppert. The agreement [...] partnership around the acquired product portfolio with joint R&D and marketing. Koppert Biological Systems is the international market leader in the field of biological [...] triticale (Cedomon and Cerall), carrots and peas (Cedress). The patented bacteria Pseudomonas azotoformans is also included in the transaction. Great potential