• Koppert introduces Natupol Fly

  April 26, 2017

  keeps the pupae separate which has an amazing effect in stabilizing the temperature in the tube. In fact, we are now so confident about the packaging that [...] popular with seed producers in the Netherlands and many of the changes were made in response to growers’ feedback about problems in the past. ‘I am confident [...] packaging have resulted in a cardboard tube in which the pupae are mixed with a special sawdust to ensure it reaches its destination in top condition. ‘It

• Satisfied customers for Yug-Agro thanks to biological crop protection

  December 18, 2017

  Koppert Russia. This successful partnership is reflected in the reduced use of chemical agents and in the many satisfied customers that praise Yug-Agro for [...] assistant head agronomist at LLC Yug-Agro. The company is located in the region of Krasnodar in the south of European Russia. The company grows cut roses on

• Fruit Fly Attractant the best luring substance to combat Drosophila suzukii

  January 17, 2018

  the colour that strongly attracts the fruit fly. In addition, the opening of the trap is designed in such a way as to ensure that pollinators are not captured [...] fruit crops throughout Europe. After all, in contrast with other fruit flies , Drosophila suzukii lays its eggs in both ripe and unripe fruit. [...] and curative Growers can also use Fruit Fly Attractant and the Drososan trap in order to detect the presence of the fruit fly and to monitor the situation

• Pollination under artificial lights

  September 24, 2018

  coatings, screens and filters in greenhouses that may inadvertently restrict light. It even informs you how to respond in the case of a snowfall, for example [...] hives in their greenhouses. Useful illustrations make this manual easy to follow and put into practice. ‘We hope that the guidelines we offer in the manual [...] Beehome ’ system in 2005 which ensured that bumblebees only flew at moments when there was sufficient daylight. The next innovation came in 2010 when Koppert

• Unprecedented journey for future leaders

  July 17, 2018

  Jungle Talks, in close cooperation with leading horticultural companies Koppert Biological Systems, Ridder Group and Rabobank, is organizing the first [...] years old from around the globe, with a minimum of 5 years working experience in a leading position at a futureproof producer of ornamentals . The working [...] managers will be selected to be part of this first edition. Participation in the Pro Manager Master Course is free of charge, participants only pay for

• Dutch King attends Koppert’s jubilee

  September 14, 2017

  market leader in 50 year In the sixties, cucumber grower, Jan Koppert, just like other growers experienced a great deal of setbacks with pests in his crop. [...] solutions that the company produces and deploys in agriculture and horticulture. ‘We have been working hand-in-hand with nature for 50 years to made agriculture [...] to inform the many visitors that the company receives annually in an even better way. In 2017, Koppert welcomed about a thousand visitors from 35 different

• Koppert presents new edition of book Knowing & Recognizing

  October 23, 2017

  complex system in which many aspects need to be considered. This new and expanded edition of Knowing and recognizing will give professionals in horticulture [...] published in 2003. According to Managing Director Henri Oosthoek previous editions of the book have travelled far and wide: 'I even found a copy in Sudan last [...] reference book on pests and their biological solutions was launched at the ABIM in Basel, Switzerland, on Monday. This edition now also includes a brand new

• Expanded board to strengthen development at Koppert Biological Systems

  April 19, 2018

  The new roles are much more specific in nature and, together, cover all areas in which the company operates. In addition to the expansion, there is also [...] increased the size of its board in response to the projected growth of the Dutch family company. Koppert is a global specialist in biological crop protection [...] members will stay on to ensure continuity and pass on their valuable experience in leading the company. The new board represents a healthy balance between e

• Queen Máxima attends opening of World Horti Center

  March 9, 2018

  On Wednesday, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands opened the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk. The knowledge and innovation centre is a unique collaboration between [...] highlighted the international leading position of the horticultural sector in her speech. After the official opening, Queen Máxima was given a tour during [...] was shown the research greenhouses and the year-round trade fair. All links in the horticultural chain, represented by approximately 100 businesses, have

• Following Swirski, Spical undergoes revolutionary upgrade

  November 26, 2018

  control of spider mite in vegetable, fruit and ornamental crops. Ulti-Mite is a sachet that is highly resistant to drought and moisture in greenhouses, under [...] robustness of the system, Spical Ulti-Mite can yield even greater results in these places in particular.’ Thanks to its resistance to moisture and drought, Spical [...] revolution in crop protection More Ulti-Mite products are scheduled to follow Swirski Ulti-Mite and Spical Ulti-Mite, which can be used in addition to