• Ten facts about Spical

  August 9, 2022

  start. The Spical predatory mite is more resistant to hot, dry conditions than the predatory mite in Spidex . Spical is available in different product [...] slow-release sachets made of paper or foil. Mites from the bottles can be dispersed by scattering them over the crop by hand or by using a blower. You can hang [...] Ten facts about Spical The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus in Spical is one of the old hands at Koppert, having been used for over 35 years to control

• Biological pesticides and fungicides for pest control in outdoor crops

  December 6, 2023

  pesticides and fungicides for indoor use. Now we are working hard to extend more and more registrations to outdoor crops, such as onion, potato, corn and lettuce [...] fungicides will eventually help minimise or even eliminate growers’ reliance on chemical products and contribute to more sustainable agriculture. Continuous [...] residue and require no preharvest interval. These benefits are offering growers more control when it comes to harvest timing and sales channels. Additionally

• Meet Casea!

  April 4, 2023

  international and local authorities, or pests have become resistant to them. In addition, the list of prohibited pesticides is growing. Special characteristics [...] offer a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. Casea is sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or irrigations systems in the same way that conventional [...] Casea contains the beneficial nematode Steinernema carpocapsae . The product is used for the control of various insect pests in stone fruits, soft fruits

• Southern green stink bug

  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, [...] 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 [...] between the segments. The abdomen is red. The third and fourth instars differ from the second in size and colour, which becomes greenish all over. Fifth

• Unprecedented journey for future leaders

  July 17, 2018

  and Rabobank, is organizing the first edition of the Pro Manager Mastercourse – Floriculture. The course (28 October to 10 November 2018) is open to future [...] language during the course is English and floricultural managers from around the globe are welcome to apply. Application is followed by a selection procedure [...] in the Pro Manager Master Course is free of charge, participants only pay for their own travel costs and lodging. More information on the programme and

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 14, 2024

  Unforeseen events such as rain, storms, or unexpected temperature fluctuations may delay harvesting schedules. Or even mean that growers have to start the [...] constantly adapting to changing conditions. One of these many challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining productivity and keeping [...] often necessitate waiting periods ranging from a few days, to several weeks or even months. By not having this limitation when using biological crop protection

• Queen Máxima attends opening of World Horti Center

  March 9, 2018

  exhibition space, Koppert shows visitor which, sometimes very simple, measures are possible to work with less or no chemical products at all. [...] opened the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk. The knowledge and innovation centre is a unique collaboration between education, research, government, and business [...] speech. After the official opening, Queen Máxima was given a tour during which it was explained how education, research, businesses, and government work

• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 29, 2021

  fight for Zero Hunger and against Climate Change. Globally, more than 14% of food produced is lost between harvest and retail. Significant quantities are [...] and at the consumption level. In the case of fruits and vegetables, more than 20% is lost. At Koppert, we are well aware of these losses and play an in [...] approach. NatuGro is a perfect example of this. We also improve efficiency and help growers get the most out of their crops with the same inputs, or even less

• Cyclamen mite

  Infested leaves are twisted or curled, distorted, brittle and smaller than usual. In cyclamen, the flowers are damaged and leaf growth is inhibited. In hedera [...] their larval skin until they emerge. This stage is often considered a fourth stage called pupa, false pupa or quiescent nymph. Adult females are yellowish [...] into the resting stage (pharate nymph). This is a transitional stage between larva and adult mite during which the mite remains immobile on the leaf surface

• Koppert at Fruit Logistica – join us on the road to a healthy future

  February 4, 2019

  their fruit and vegetables. More and more growers are therefore looking for solutions in integrated cultivation methods or even fully biological cultivation [...] solutions with advice and knowledge is key for success. Growers need to learn how to work with our products. That's why advise is a key element and that’s why [...] partnership with nature, we make agriculture healthier, safer, and more productive. This is summarized in the motto: Partners with Nature.'