• Meet Capirel!

  February 13, 2023

  beans. Click here for a full overview of the targeted pests. For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing role and [...] cannot move. Easy to use Beneficial nematodes offer a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. Capirel is sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or i [...] Capirel contains the beneficial nematode Steinernema feltiae . The product is used for the control of various insect pests in top fruits such as apples

• Urgent need to accelerate the pace of change for sustainable cultivation

  April 4, 2018

  ‘It’s frustrating when I have to tell a farmer that we have a biological solution for his problem, but that it is unlikely to be registered before 2023 [...] better informed citizens when it comes to food safety, and a responsible food chain with a minimal impact on the environment and society.’ Crucial need [...] cultivation: ‘Don’t wait for the NGOs to take a stand or consumers to protest. Tell consumers our story so that it is relevant to them.’Much of the debate revolved

• Koppert collaborates to launch free biocontrol tool

  February 14, 2020

  will follow. It is the aim that this tool becomes a global go-to resource for information on biocontrol and biopesticide products. *CABI is an international [...] options for growers – has been launched in Kenya. Koppert Biological Systems is one of the partners to share its expertise to produce an innovative free-to-use [...] Users of the portal enter their country and crop pest problem query to start a search which generates information on biocontrol and biopesticide products

• Reinforced hook for all predatory mite sachets

  July 12, 2018

  paper sachets will be delivered with a hook that has a moisture-resistant coating on both sides. As a result, the hook is sturdier and more resistant to moisture [...] Thripex-Plus : for control of various thrips species The use of our sachets offers a lot of advantages. Constantly large population of predatory mites in your crops

• Mycotal – also effective against aphids!

  November 5, 2020

  Mycotal , which is an entomopathogenic fungus ( Lecanicillium muscarium Ve6), was described for the first time more than a century ago and has a worldwide [...] found to have a greater potential than previously thought. Recent research has shown that it has an extended effect on aphids . Aphids are a stubborn problem [...] leading to their death. It is one of the oldest microbial products in Koppert’s portfolio. Originally it was mainly marketed as a solution for greenhouse

• Thrips Identification Guide

  egg laying, and a complete generation develop within a single gall. Adults exit galls and migrate to new terminal leaves to begin a new generation. The [...] day. Developmental time at 25°C is 13 days (measured on cucumber). Both adults and larvae cause damage that appears as a silvery streaking or whitish blotches [...] the substrate. Feeding causes a greyish colouration of the leaves and eventually leaf death and abscission. The species is not known to transmit viruses

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

  January 17, 2018

  fly. The trap is red, which is 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 the Drososan trap is more effective than standard traps. Koppert's Fruit Fly Attractant, for use in the Koppert Drososan trap, is the most effective luring [...] luring substance for combating this harmful fruit fly. This was the finding of a study by pcfruit, the Belgian centre of excellence in fruit research. The centre

• Tech-driven innovations at GreenTech Amsterdam 2026

  April 13, 2026

  in practical solutions that support growers worldwide. Visitors can explore a selection of Koppert’s latest innovations, including: The new Natutec Airobug [...] be demonstrated across different locations at GreenTech, offering visitors a glimpse into Koppert’s ongoing work on future application technologies. Visit [...] support sustainable and profitable crop production. Free registration Koppert is offering free entry to GreenTech Amsterdam for you and your network until

• IFTF 2019 - Koppert presents its innovative scouting app

  September 1, 2019

  from 6-8 November. A leading innovator when it comes to biological solutions, Koppert’s Natutec Scout is currently being used by a number of leading tomato [...] of Koppert’s Crop Team Ornamentals. ‘Together with Global G.A.P., Koppert is now looking at a global crop protection protocol to support growers who aim [...] IFTF 2019 - Koppert presents its innovative scouting app A new scouting tool – Natutec Scout – will be the focus of Koppert Biological Systems’ stand at

• Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future

  April 17, 2023

  With our beneficial nematodes, growers spray a solution that is full of life! Free of residue and ready for a 100% sustainable future in agriculture. [...] pesticide resistance, growers rely on nematodes as a permanent solution for crop protection. That solution is also safe for growers and consumers alike. Nematodes [...] possible, we have put endless efforts into research and development. The result is an innovative nematode spray solution, which acts as an effective alternative