• Capirel: the new champion of fruit cultivation and non-greenhouse vegetables

  January 28, 2019

  infestations of the hibernating larvae of the codling moth by 80%, reducing the damage to fruit by 60 to 80%. These can rightfully be called spectacular [...] usually be used. This lowers the infestation levels of their crops in the new season. A great deal of potential ‘Our new product Capirel can be used against [...] .' ‘The arrival of Capirel on the market has another important advantage for the fruit cultivation sector,’ says Cyrille. ‘As a lot of fruit is eaten fresh

• Attracker

  concentrate (SL). Content Mixture of equal concentrations of sucrose, dextrose and fructose. Preparation Prepare the spray solution of the insecticide according [...] product. Dosage Outdoor crops: 2-4 litres/ha Protected crops: 100-200 ml per 100 litre of water (0.1-0.2%). Compatibility Attracker can be combined with abamectin [...] sprays resulting in better control. Crops All crops. Mode of action Attracker is a solution of several sugars which lures thrips from their shelter places

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

  January 29, 2025

  less frequent intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory bug in combination with the banker plant [...] optimization frameworks all lend to evaluating the efficient use of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies on [...] management methods. Cost-saving advantages of biocontrol Cost savings through reduced chemical usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  explosion in the life of butterflies and moths Butterflies and moths are fairly harmless insects, but their caterpillars can do a lot of damage and have a [...] eggs, often in groups on the leaves or other parts of plants. Some species separate them, some lay a row of eggs, while others deposit them in layers. Every [...] shape, colour, and pattern. The number of eggs also varies: one species lays dozens, the other thousands. Phase 2: from egg to caterpillar A small caterpillar

• Koppert involved in new project aiming for sustainable control of poultry red mite

  April 10, 2019

  Dermanyssus gallinae ). The project is called MiteControl and runs until August 2023. MiteControl is a collaboration of 7 partners: Experimental Poultry Centre [...] raising awareness of farmers and implementing innovative and environmental friendly IPM approaches on farms. This includes the development of a communication [...] have long-lasting effects. This should result in the majority of poultry farmers being aware of IPM strategies 10 years after the project ends.

• 2023 trial season proves value of biological solutions in outdoor crops

  March 7, 2024

  opportunity to observe firsthand the effects of our products on their harvest. The power of trials With the arrival of the new year, almost all the results were [...] successes with the use of biofungicide Trianum in a wide range of crops. In fields treated with Trianum, there were few early symptoms of Rhizoctonia in potato [...] rid of wireworms is a multi-year process of restoring microbiological soil health. Even halfway through the growing season, there was evidence of our Casea

• The Netherlands acquires a registration extension for Trianum-G for an increasing number of crops

  December 17, 2020

  strengthening our outdoor portfolio, a so called ‘minor use’ request to the Dutch Board for the Authorization of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (CTGB) [...] was granted at the end of last month! Trianum-G (active Trichoderma harzianum T22) is a granulate biofungicide for the suppression of soil-borne pathogens [...] (CTGB) was sent in by the Regulatory Affairs team to extend the current label of Trianum-G for Witloof Chicory (roots), First year bulb onion, Silverskin onion

• In control of aphids and thrips: Koppert showcases biological crop protection solutions at Bejo Open Days 2025

  August 28, 2025

  diseases in your crops. Date: Tuesday 23rd until Friday 26th of September Location: Trambaan 2, Warmenhuizen, The Netherlands Visit our Outdoor Experience [...] thrips pressure in leek, onion, and cabbage. At the same time, the range of available chemical insecticides continues to decline, making thrips control [...] increasingly challenging for growers. The Orius predatory bug, a natural predator of thrips, is used in combination with banker plants, Lobularia, and is a great

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  the next generation of leaders for the first time in over twenty years. CEOs Paul Koppert and Henri Oosthoek and CFO Robert Pathuis of the biological crop [...] be taking over the leadership of the company. As a family business, we are focused on the long term and think in terms of generations. We will continue [...] assist the board in achieving the ambitions of the family business. With offices in thirty countries and a turnover of around 300 million euros, Koppert is world

• Sustainability drive continues - plastic buckets now recycled!

  March 30, 2024

  number of challenges still lie ahead of us. Solving the plastic bucket challenge One such challenge is the large Montdo Mite bucket which is made of sturdy [...] viable solution. As a supplier, it's our duty to shoulder the responsibility of growers from the environmental impact of plastic. It's imperative to recognize [...] vitality of our mites remained the all-important consideration.’ Chrysanthemum team to the rescue Chrysanthemum growers use large quantities of Montdo Mites