• Larvanem - The number one product against vine weevil for 25 years

  February 11, 2019

  biological approach. Larvanem was developed 25 years ago by Koppert Biological Systems, the market leader in biological plant protection. The product did its job: [...] results you want,' explains consultant Rianne Lek, Koppert's specialist for the tree nursery industry in the Netherlands and abroad. 'Time and time again [...] product used to combat vine weevil. The secret to its continued success lies in its special strain of Heterorhabditis bacteriophora , which is the basis of

• Recognising the power of agriculture

  November 22, 2022

  that the problem lies not in agriculture itself, but in the agricultural practices being used around the world. Agriculture, in fact, is an integral part [...] took place in Egypt this November, brought together world leaders to discuss climate action. The role of the agricultural and food sector in achieving the [...] the UN climate targets were major themes. In light of these discussions, we reflect on the relationship between agriculture and climate change and the

• FAQ Nematodes

  larvae, especially in the case of large insects. Do entomopathogenic nematodes only work as a soil application? In nature they live in soil and are therefore [...] substance the nematodes are packed in? In order for the nematodes to survive during transport and storage they need to be packed in a carrier material. This b [...] 1. Nematodes in general What are nematodes? Nematodes are microscopically small (0.6 to 1 mm), unsegmented worms that occur naturally in the soil throughout

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  July 31, 2025

  valuable tool in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Field results and performance Limonica has proven particularly effective in ornamentals and [...] vegetables: Thrips parvispinus : Trials by Koppert Spain show Limonica outperforms other predatory mite species in controlling this aggressive thrips species [...] that range. That said, it’s important to keep in mind that the hatching rate of Limonica eggs is low in hot, dry conditions or when humidity drops below

• New strain of green peach aphid Myzus persicae needs more aggressive beneficial insects

  August 30, 2023

  persicae that presents an increasingly frequent and harmful challenge in greenhouses. Koppert has responded to the growers’ crisis by focused research on the [...] strain in the field. New aggressive strain of green peach aphid Many sweet pepper growers started having serious problems with Myzus persicae in the season [...] one and has also been found in crops such as eggplant, cabbage, chrysanthemum, roses and many others. It is establishing in the Netherlands and the UK and

• New Larvanem formulation with excellent dissolvability

  October 3, 2022

  spraying/irrigation systems in the market, including Dosatron. Larvanem and Sportnem-H are the last products in the Koppert nematode portfolio to switch [...] to this new formulation. In 2020 the nematode Steinernema feltiae and Steinernema carpocapsae based products became available in this new formulation. Continued [...] dissolvability Our nematode products, Larvanem and Sportnem-H , are now available in a new formulation. The composition of the carrier material has been entirely

• Protect your crop when temperatures drop: The benefits of early crop protection

  December 12, 2024

  controlling overwintering larvae of whiteflies in non-heated crops such as strawberries in winter/early spring. Cerall in winter wheat against seed-borne diseases [...] protection in overwintering crops can significantly enhance plant health , optimise yields, and reduce the risks of pest and disease outbreaks in spring. [...] nematodes can target pests like cutworms before they can emerge in the spring. Koppert’s products Entonem and Capirel both contain the beneficial nematode

• Soil grown strawberries thrive on Vidi Funda

  March 1, 2023

  Vidi Funda Koppert’s soil improver, Vidi Funda, adds more than 25% to the crop yield in soil grown strawberries. Independent trials carried out in Belgium [...] successful trial in outdoor strawberries in Belgium last year. ‘The trial was carried out on 3 replica fields and showed a 25% improvement in yield. That is [...] ‘Besides a significant increase in crop yield of up to 25,6% in conclusive trials, we have observed a rewarding increase in the shelf life of strawberries

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your outdoor crops

  December 7, 2023

  more pests. In the meantime, beneficial mites are reproducing and eating bad mites, while the biofungicide Trianum is controlling pathogens in the soil and [...] the soil conditions, climate conditions and with other products used in the field. In everything we do, we involve the grower and the distributor. Leveraging [...] on investment Growers who adopt Koppert's biological solutions can trust that each product has been thoroughly tested in controlled and real-world environments

• Natupol - Consistent quality and continuous innovation

  June 8, 2020

  pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved quality in tomato, soft fruits and seed production. For the [...] role in communicating the problems they encounter in the field. When it comes to finding solutions for today’s cultivation issues, we are all in partnership [...] authorities. Koppert’s success lies in the fact that it takes full responsibility for the whole distribution chain. The distribution of bumblebees in different