• New sachet improves spider mite control

  November 1, 2018

  grower and crop. Fully compostable The new Spical Ulti-Mite sachets are made of a newly-developed foil that conforms to the required industrial compostable [...] Ulti-Mite , which is widely used to control spider mite in a variety of greenhouse crops, can now also be applied to outdoor crops such as citrus and grapes [...] November. Extensive research has resulted in a sachet that creates a better environment for the predatory mite to build up its population. The superior quality

• A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops

  July 24, 2023

  Research and development The testing and development of several other solutions is still ongoing. “We have developed a new and more cost-effective way to produce [...] beneficial insects dates back many years. Greenhouses provide a safe and controlled environment for insects and mites to hunt their prey. But natural enemies [...] produce and package a type of beetle, a natural enemy of armoured scales in citrus. The result is a product that is both affordable and easy to use,” explains

• New foothold for integrated crop protection via CABI

  March 28, 2022

  executive manager of the Koppert Foundation . ‘Koppert wants to encourage many more farmers to work in a cleaner way, including smallholder farmers, where there [...] methods in recent years. This was done with a contribution from the Koppert Foundation for curriculum development. In 2018, there was a pilot in Kenya in [...] possible in a short time.’ Also, adapting the training to each country costs time and money. ‘In addition, in a country there must also be a desire from

• No visible residue with new nematode formulation

  November 8, 2017

  consultants who are ready to tell growers how to prepare the nematodes which are suspended in the gel formulation. ‘We have brought out a special flyer with ten [...] research and development, the company is replacing its clay matrix (in which the nematodes remain in a dormant state until released) with a gel formulation [...] says Bossinga. ‘The fair gives us the opportunity to tell growers about the benefits of nematodes and how to handle and prepare these beneficial organisms

• How digital innovation is shaping the future of biocontrol

  June 1, 2026

  How Koppert One combines digital innovation and biological expertise to support smarter crop protection decisions From scouting observations to climate [...] reality of growers in practice. A smarter way to manage IPM Most functionalities within Koppert One are freely accessible to growers worldwide, helping make [...] Koppert One has been fully rolled out, growers gain access to a connected IPM environment with a complete overview of crop protection activities, pest pressure

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 6, 2023

  confident this new branding supports us on our journey to increase our positive impact to the world.” New features Beautiful photography, our new logo and the [...] Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality Introducing a new design for Koppert products After introducing our new brand identity in January [...] colour reflect our connectivity with nature. Our new packaging also includes several new practical features. A range of supportive colours make each product

• New approach significantly reduces aphids in soft fruits

  March 7, 2019

  but the aphids continued to spread. The gall midge needed just a little too much time to build up its population in order to keep the entire greenhouse [...] artificial lighting. It proved to be a good decision. ‘In the spring, I can use artificial lighting to better tailor the climate to the needs of the crop. And [...] have a lovely quality to them that can be marketed in the niche segment. I want to seize this opportunity in the market. This will enable me to stay one

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

  February 4, 2019

  quality products if we are going to be able to continue to feed the world. Koppert intends to make a contribution to this, in the broad sense, together [...] delighted to welcome you to our stand at Fruit Logistica, where we would be more than happy to explain what we could do for you. Join us on the road to a healthy [...] 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 we offer growers

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

  January 10, 2020

  quality products if we are going to be able to continue to feed the world. Koppert intends to make a contribution to this, in the broad sense, together [...] delighted to welcome you to our stand at Fruit Logistica, where we would be more than happy to explain what we could do for you. Join us on the road to a healthy [...] 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 we offer growers

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 26, 2018

  vision on how to improve regulation for the biocontrol industry in a White Paper that it has presented to the European Union. It proposes a new EU regulatory [...] Switzerland, the IBMA published a White Paper that urges the EU to establish a bioprotection-specific body to develop and implement a short and precise timeline [...] current PPP legislation, something new has been introduced. New proposal, new terminology; such as the term ‘bioprotectants’ to describe the biological protections