• Comprehensive vineyard protection against mealybugs

  December 12, 2024

  attack second and fourth instars of the female vine mealybugs ( Planococcus ficus ). Pupae develop in the mummified skin of the host and look like swollen [...] mealybug species. The process of controlling mealybugs with Cryptobug is based on predation, and adults and larvae of Crytobug consume the mealybugs completely [...] first sign of pest presence. The adult female parasitic wasps parasitize the mealybugs , with the preferred hosts being the third instar nymphs, but females

• Koppert will be participating at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024

  May 3, 2024

  Climate change is impacting pollination and crop yields. Join us for a seminar with Remco Huvermann, Paul Arkesteijn (Svensson), and Paul van Gils (Lumiforte) [...] proud to have won the GreenTech Award with our Digital Assistant. This innovative tool is designed to be a 24/7 resource for both growers and consultants. By [...] knowledge base, the assistant can answer questions about crop protection challenges, product information, and biological insights. Simply ask the assistant about

• Panoramix launched in Serbia

  March 5, 2018

  last week, just before the start of the sowing season. The Vojvodina province of Serbia is part of an important ‘corn belt’ and has a very strong concentration [...] for 63 of the most important field managers of row crops in the Vojvodina region on 20 February, and both Product Manager, Rick van de Pas, and Business [...] presentation of the results from the local trials of the last 2 years, by Prof. Dr Momirovic,’ Ron, who introduced Koppert Biological Systems to the audience

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  June 25, 2020

  achieve the maximum effectiveness. The crops are now strong and healthy and the Tuta absoluta is not such a big problem anymore thanks to the comprehensive [...] than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly contributed to the condition of the plants,’ [...] ‘This is the first year we have applied Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop

• Koppert at GFIA Europe

  April 26, 2017

  Entrance is free and you can come and discover the Open Innovations Theatre and the Future Farming Theatre; the Science & Research Zone and the Start-up [...] with agriculture and horticulture. The initiative involved organizations such as the UN, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the World Bank. This platform [...] was established in 2014 and is an initiative by the Abu Dhabi authorities. They wished to facilitate the cooperation of 40 of the most influential organizations

• Digital Assistant nominated for GreenTech Concept Award

  May 13, 2024

  This innovative tool is designed to be a 24/7 resource for both growers and consultants. By leveraging our vast knowledge base, the assistant can answer [...] information, and biological insights. Simply ask the assistant about specific pests, product usage, or anything else related to your crops, and receive tailored [...] for both new and experienced growers, while also benefiting Koppert consultants by leveraging the extensive knowledge accumulated over the years. Stop by

• Village Farms bee-lieves in doing good with IPM

  August 4, 2021

  crops are healthy and that their fruit is safe to eat. One such person on the helm of this noble endeavor is Mike Bledsoe, who is the vice president of [...] America. The program focuses on stringent protocols to determine the best plan of action for the plants well-being. All this effort ensures that the food Village [...] markets, and distributes is 100 percent healthy for consumers. Among the many insects that are known to be a farmer’s friend, bees are the most popular

• International Training Course Entomology - 19 - 22 March 2018

  February 9, 2018

  working mechanism, the life cycles, the distribution behavior in the crop, the application in the field and biology of pests and their natural enemies. Practical [...] able to scout in the right part of the crop to monitor the pest. • You understand the functioning and biology of the natural enemies. • You get a better insight [...] insight in the development of pests and their natural enemies. • You are able to introduce the natural enemies in the correct manner. • You receive the book

• Koppert Brazil announces agreement with state research foundation

  December 27, 2016

  over the next ten years. The agreement is the first to be signed by the foundation and aims to develop biological solutions that control pests and diseases [...] education and research institutions in the State of São Paulo. FAPESP also supports research in strategic areas for the country and is crucial for the advancement [...] has been planned in the coming months and the creation of an Applied Research Centre for Biological Control, within the scope of the Program for Support

• Correct application crucial for effective vine weevil control

  July 20, 2016

  ornamental crops and various pot plants, etc. Application of the nematodes is safe for the user and fast and effective, when applied in the right manner. [...] nematodes within the host population is dependent on the number (dosage) applied and the size of the host population. In this regard, it is important that Larvanem [...] After application, the parasitic nematodes actively hunt for the larvae and penetrate them. The nematodes then feed on the contents of the larvae, releasing