• In control with Koppert: Biological crop protection since 1967

  do not develop resistance to natural enemies compared to chemical pesticides. As a result, biological crop protection provides a lasting solution for managing [...] future bans. Want to know more about biological crop protection? Would you like to know more about biological crop protection and how it can help you maximize [...] Biological crop protection is an effective way to control pests and diseases using natural enemies and beneficial organisms. It offers many benefits, such

• Koppert Sustainability Report 2023

  for a company that introduced sustainability to the Dutch horticultural sector long before it was even “a thing” is a dream job for Peter Maes. It dovetails [...] sustainability, it could be very difficult to get a bank loan in 5 to 10 years. That’s why pursuing a sustainability strategy is vital for a company’s financial [...] not just a choice; it is a necessity for success. In 2023, we embarked on a transformative journey that challenges us to look beyond what we do and consider

• Nothing beats original

  purchase, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Don't let pests compromise your harvest. Contact us now to discover how Koppert's predatory [...] portfolio is developed to meet these unique needs, supporting growers to safeguard both quality and yield. Discover which predatory mite fits your pest problem [...] Be the first to receive updates about new stories. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Koppert Predatory Mites Predatory mites stand as a cornerstone in

• Thrips Management with biocontrol solutions

  control When tackling a pest such as thrips , it is vital to work systematically. While there is a whole range of products available to control thrips, not [...] different species of predatory mites is not a good idea, and if the use of chemicals proves necessary, be sure to tailor them to the biological control methods [...] Thripor-I ) is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: this predatory bug is very sensitive to chemicals. Thrips pupae require a special

• Consumers

  around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society [...] greenhouses. By the time a delicious little tomato reaches your plate, it has already had a very long journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the [...] sufficient quantities to feed a rapidly growing population. Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and microbiological solutions is a knowledge-intensive

• Swirski-Mite helps you stay in control

  September 7, 2023

  Sometimes responding quickly to a pest is a must, other times you want to slowly build up a standing army of predatory mites that is ready and waiting when problems [...] Swirski-Mite is contained in a bottle with a handy dosing cap, making it very easy to scatter the predatory mites in the crop. Blower dispersion is also an [...] greenhouses! But if your crop is grown in tunnels, in the open air, or if it's always very humid, Swirski Ulti-Mite is a better solution. It has the same c

• Sustainability report 2024

  our Board Sustainability at Koppert is not a topic that sits next to the business; it is the business. Today, value is measured not only in financial returns [...] We are taking a pragmatic and forward-looking approach to integrating sustainability into our day-to-day decision-making. Our priority is to align our operations [...] consequences of our activities. This reporting process is not just a compliance exercise, it is an opportunity to better understand our performance, engage meaningfully

• Advice and insight remotely with Natutec Scout

  March 24, 2020

  greenhouses, which is programmed into the app, allows us to see where an infestation is and how it is evolving. It also allows us to see if the natural [...] threshold, it’s a signal to the grower that he needs to take action. This is how Barry Enthoven of Lema Tomaten in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands sees it, manager [...] 2019 and is very happy with how it works. ‘Scouting with the app is much faster thanks to the scanner’s digital image recognition and the link to the Koppert

• Promising talent in the vegetable sector invited for Master Course

  November 22, 2018

  Jungle Talks is inviting talented managers in the international vegetable sector to sign up for a Pro Manager Master Course. Earlier this month Jungle [...] managers between the ages of 25 and 40 with a minimum of 5 years’ working experience in a management position within a future-proof production company. During [...] an intensive training programme for a period of two weeks. The partnership with top Dutch companies in the horticultural sector, guarantee a high level programme

• Southern green stink bug

  bug ( Nezara viridula ) is one of the most important pentatomid pest species. It is believed to have originated in Ethiopia but is now distributed throughout [...] almost all tropical and sub-tropical areas, and it continues to spread also in temperate areas where it is mainly found in greenhouses. The Southern green [...] damage to fruit is visible as hard brownish or black spots, attacked shoots usually wither away, or in extreme cases die off. Young fruit growth is retarded