• Koppert to introduce digital assistant in 2024

  December 19, 2023

  a specific pest or instructions on how to use our products – and get an answer almost instantly. The more specific your prompt, the more relevant the response [...] products. If you specify that it is cold and overcast, it will take this information into consideration. The digital assistant is trained on vast amounts of [...] What began in a greenhouse and has journeyed into the field, is entering the digital domain. For over 50 years, we have been pushing agricultural innovation

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  and tunnels), and which once again boosted the popularity of the predatory mite. The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage [...] ‘ Swirski-Mite is versatile and reliable, which often makes it an extremely robust basis within integrated plant protection. This is certainly true for [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

• Biological control of thrips in leek with Orius

  November 2, 2023

  Orius predatory bug is a natural predator of thrips and is used in combination with banker plants, Lobularia, which are planted or sown at the beginning [...] season. An additional advantage is the increase in biodiversity on your field, as no insecticides are applied. This attracts more natural enemies that will help [...] since there is less use of machinery in the field. Prepared for the Future The chemical insecticides that can be applied are becoming more limited and

• At a glance: allies in the fight against whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  Lecanicillium muscarium is used for the biological pest control of whitefly larvae with side effects on thrips larvae (when there is more humidity and in combination [...] the Mediterranean region, which is where the insect originates. However, as it feeds on both plant sap and prey, it is rarely used outside the region. * [...] eremicus . * Encarsia formosa is particularly effective at combating the greenhouse whitefly , while Eretmocerus eremicus is primarily used against tobacco

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  April 9, 2020

  There are parasitic nematodes such as Steinernema feltiae . Or a product like Mycotal , which is especially effective against larvae. The spores of the fungus [...] battle alone! 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 [...] introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: this predatory bug is very sensitive to chemicals. Pupae

• Insect Science becomes Koppert's preferred supplier for semiochemicals

  August 6, 2025

  and mass trapping) or disrupting mating life cycles (mating disruption). Insect Science’s strength lies in its dedicated R&D team, which combines deep expertise [...] innovation in sustainable agriculture. Why semiochemicals? Insect Science is a pioneer in the development of semiochemical solutions, naturally occurring [...] recreate, and formulate these compounds for use in the field. Each solution is rigorously tested under real-world conditions to ensure reliability and e

• Orchid

  racemose inflorescence, which can consist of many flowers. The majority of orchids which are commercially sold is tropical or subtropical. There are varieties [...] About The orchid is part of an extremely large and diverse of flowering plants, the Orchidaceae or the orchid family . The plant’s flower are usually colourful

• Rapid growth in Trianum-G use for outdoor crops

  June 8, 2021

  results in carrots. ‘Emergence is better, the plant numbers are higher per metre, there is less loss, and the crop is more uniform. You can see the smaller [...] when using Trianum-G. That's why more and more farmers are using it,’ says agriculture consultant Frank Druyff. Trianum is based on the fungus Trichoderma [...] That's why it's good that the granulate version of Trianum-G is authorized in more and more crops here in the Netherlands,’ says Frank Druyff. Examples

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  prey, a high population of bugs (more than 100-150 per plant), and a weak crop. More delicate types of tomato are more susceptible to damage. In tomato [...] When the bug is present in a crop in large numbers, it can contribute substantially to the control of these pests. Although plant sap is necessary for [...] markings: the first antennal segment is black, and a black stripe runs behind the eyes. The first part of the forewings is a transparent, soft green with a

• Koppert Biological Systems partner of Resilience Food Stories

  February 24, 2021

  production healthier, safer, more productive, and more resilient around the world. Storytelling Resilience Food Stories is the brainchild of photographer [...] new world. Ruud adds, 'We wondered why people aren't more aware of this. By Dutch standards, Koppert is an iconic company. Why don't we know about this?' [...] and horticulture. However, many fantastic things are currently happening which are the result of great optimism because the companies steadfastly grow in