• Experience Centre

  e. Take a look inside a bumblebee hive and see these tireless workers do what they do best. Did you know that the vision of bumblebees differs vastly to [...] Berkel en Rodenrijs, the Netherlands. Practical info Our Experience Centre is aimed at target groups linked to agriculture and horticulture. Opening hours: [...] (Mon - Fri) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A tour takes an average of 1,5 hours and is suitable for groups of up to 15 visitors. In the case of bigger groups, the

• Natutec Drive

  product is a unit with a patented release system to disperse material into an airstream for distribution through tubes over crops. The Natutec Drive is applicable [...] been used for Natutec Drive is exactly the same technology as which has been used for Natutec Drone . This specific technology is patented.This technology [...] design, the natural enemies suffer no damage when the blower is used. Application This product is only available in combination with Koppert products. Please

• International webinar to mark Year of Plant Health

  December 10, 2020

  how a plant really works, it’s remarkable what it is capable of,’ says Mark van der Werf. This webinar series is facilitated by experienced webinar organizer [...] at Koppert Biological Systems. International webinar speakers Koppert Cress is an award-winning horticultural producer and family-owned company in the N [...] the company’s vision transcends the horticulture sector. ‘Good nutrition is crucial for a healthy life; the production and consumption of fresh, healthy

• Crops thrive on soil biodiversity

  February 28, 2023

  solutions are beneficial for crops, people and the planet. What we are now increasingly aware of, is how our organic soil improvers bring back the natural balance [...] that plants thrive on the resulting biodiversity in the soil. Ellen Klein is Koppert’s consultant for resilient growing and has studied the effect of Koppert’s [...] pesticides to control the remaining pests in the soil.’ ‘The steaming process is expensive – especially since the energy price hikes. Using organic soil improvers

• New foothold for integrated crop protection via CABI

  March 28, 2022

  diagnosis: what is wrong with the plant and what can be done to improve the crop. Growers trust that expert. So you can imagine how important it is that he [...] That is why it is so important to train plant doctors in this matter. It must be remembered that nature is the best ally,’ explains Ed Moerman. He is executive [...] management is a part of their education. What Koppert adds to CABI's knowledge is the focus on an integrated, sustainable way of working, which is also good

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

  March 7, 2024

  range of conditions that you simply cannot reproduce in the lab. That is what is so powerful about these trials.’ Small changes, big impact Over the summer [...] Now that the data has been collected and the numbers have been crunched, it is time to reflect on the 2023 European outdoor trial season. With over 100 trials [...] Manager Felipe Mendonça takes us through the highlights and gives a preview of what comes next. During the 2023 outdoor trial season, growers in France, Italy

• Koppert to introduce digital assistant in 2024

  December 19, 2023

  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 [...] 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 [...] decisions, explains Van der Kruijk. ‘To start a conversation, simply explain what you are looking for – like a solution for a specific pest or instructions

• Bugs

  leading to deformation, discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs [...] residue-free production. Solutions for bug control Learn more about bugs What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly [...] them, resulting in deformations and puncture holes. The most obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed

• Leading the way in sustainability: interview with Edwin Muijt

  July 2, 2024

  sustainability framework, Koppert highlights the significant progress it is making on multiple fronts. Muijt acknowledges the often unnoticed efforts [...] sustainable. Some of these efforts go unnoticed by becoming an integral part of what we do. Aligning with an international sustainability framework allows Koppert [...] sustainability goals are essential for rapid progress. ‘By clearly defining what we're working on, we can make quicker progress towards a more sustainable

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 7, 2025

  center stage. One predatory mite is showing exceptional promise: Limonica . Why Limonica? Limonica ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds [...] climates. Amblydromalus limonicus Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish quickly and target both first and [...] increased egg-laying and feeding activity, but what truly sets Limonica apart from other predatory mites is that it continues to be effective even when