• A new formulation for Spical-Plus

  December 21, 2017

  A good start of the new year Research has shown that a modified formulation of Spical-Plus results in a more robust product. The formulation brings particular [...] logistical process is something that sets Koppert apart from competitors. However, that doesn't change the fact that natural enemies simply have a relatively short [...] product performance. Due to this improvement, the performance in the field is further enhanced, and the predatory mites get to work straight after introduction

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  mites?’ he asks with a smile. Koppert has been producing commercial quantities of predatory mites for more than half a century and is a global leader in this [...] Collaboration is key Staying ahead of the game by listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of [...] consistently available and quality ingredients is crucial and a good supply chain for the raw materials is key. We have constantly upgraded and refined their

• Koppert and PI Industries forge a strategic alliance to work on a sustainable Agriculture Agenda

  September 14, 2023

  Bengaluru, India - Koppert India and PI Industries Ltd. (PI) signed a strategic alliance recently to foster advancements in sustainable agriculture practices [...] (demissionary) Honourable Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mr. Mark Rutte. With a very apparent requirement to ensure food security, the importance of joint [...] Oosthoek, Advisory Board member of Koppert added, “Biological crop protection is at the forefront of reshaping agriculture. By harnessing the power of nature

• ‘Nutrients and plant resilience? A very simple mechanism

  April 6, 2020

  result is that plants begin to suffer from a form of plant obesity, and then you end up with all manner of imbalances. For example, you have a surplus [...] surplus of nitrogen which is evident in a surplus of amino acids, and then the aphids flock to the crop en masse. Too much potassium is also bad as it suppresses [...] cannot change by itself. The grower is the one providing the food – the plant doesn’t understand its five a day or have a nutritional advisor. The change needs

• V10: A biological against PepMV

  September 5, 2019

  V10 is a natural crop protection agent developed by Valto and distributed by Koppert Biological Systems. V10 is used to prevent the emergence of the virulent [...] like clothing and tools. ‘You can compare V10 to a flu vaccination.’ explains Valto’s Thorben Looije. ‘V10 is used preventatively and needs to be applied to [...] greenhouse. V10 covers both so mutation is less likely and plants are protected naturally. This twofold protection is what distinguishes us from our competitors’

• West Africa – business with a mission

  January 15, 2018

  safety and security in a sustainable way, so that it has a positive impact on both human health and the environment, is a matter that is close to his heart [...] Ivory Coast because it grows a wide range of crops, and has reached a stage in its infrastructure and technicity that can make it a reference for neighbouring [...] growth rate of 7-10 % and is expected to boom in the near future. The export of tropical fruit is big business here and it is mainly destined for European

• New year, new season: a good start.

  January 3, 2017

  Mirical now has a longer shelf life thanks to changes to the production and logistical process Last year, Koppert started up a special investigative process [...] processes. Two changes form the basis of this improvement. Firstly, Koppert is using a modified carrier material with effect from 2 January 2017. Secondly, changes [...] to, the shelf life of the product Mirical has been extended by 100%. That is a result to be proud of.’ Koppert indicates that it will continue its advice

• Attracker

  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. [...] protection products in crops that might be sensitive to phytotoxicity, test in a small area before proceding with application. Storage time after receipt See [...] been opened Storage temperature 2-30°C/36-86°F. Storage conditions Store in a cool and dark place Avoid direct sunlight

• Natutec Drive effective and efficient – ‘a fantastic device’

  December 16, 2020

  That blowing device is now here: it goes by the name Natutec Drive and is already being used in the cultivation of strawberries . It is a structure containing [...] precision agriculture are what Koppert is aiming for with its latest technological innovation. Natutec Drive is the name and a technology that will save horti [...] ‘Everything is moving towards greater precision. Natutec Scout is part of that, so is the Natutec Drone, and now the Natutec Drive as well. What we do is both

• Is there still hope for rapid change from pesticides to IPM in Europe?

  March 3, 2020

  safety, and a responsible food chain with a minimal impact on the environment and society. We need more activism to drive the change. Who is in?’ he enquired [...] Artemis and others initiated a review of the legal situation and came with a set of suggestions for regulatory improvements in 2019, a real change has not (yet) [...] sustainable agriculture. ‘It is of great importance to formulate a long term strategy since farmers do not know where they stand. A change to sustainable a