• Big impact starts small

  May 16, 2023

  are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our micro products are a great way to biologically control various soil-borne [...] agriculture is ongoing. To reach this goal, we work closely together with growers worldwide. And our micro products, although very small, help us take a big step [...] about the harvest interval. All important reasons why our micro products are a valuable and effective addition to the IPM strategy of growers. We keep improving

• Ulti-Mite Swirski: nominated for FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award 2018

  January 4, 2018

  used by farmers of a.o. peppers, strawberries, and other crops. The innovation (patent pending) makes the predatory mite available for a broader spectrum [...] are made from a newly developed film and can be industrially composted – which means they can be combined with plant waste for disposal at a composting plant [...] February 2018 in a special exhibition between Halls 20 and 21 (north side) and in hall B City Cube (south side). The foyer between halls 20 and 21 is where the

• Entonem_research_results_cold_tolerance_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

  the full effect of the nematodes is visible (best visible in trial 3). With difficult pests like black vine weevil it is more often observed that mortality [...] Entonem proves to be cold tolerant Cold tolerant nematode A strong player to control black vine weevil in early spring and autumn Cold day 24h: 5-9-13-9°C [...] between 5 and 13°C within 24 hours, showed that Entonem can already be used from a lower threshold of 5°C. Efficacy % 80 60 40 20 Figure 1: Efficacy (%)

• International Training Course Entomology - 19 - 22 March 2018

  February 9, 2018

  From 19 to 22 March Koppert Biological Systems is hosting an international training course Entomology in the Netherlands. To implement and understand IPM [...] IPM in different countries and different crops you need a lot of skills and knowledge. In this international training course we teach you about the most [...] You understand the functioning and biology of the natural enemies. • You get a better insight in the development of pests and their natural enemies. • You

• Koppert's Cryptobug-L replaces chemical treatment of mealybugs

  March 7, 2017

  Cryptobug-L is concerned with larval stages two and three of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri . These larvae have a voracious appetite and [...] cannot fly. It is precisely because of this that the larvae can tackle the mealybugs so powerfully. Research indicates that Cryptobug-L is as effective as [...] hot-spots, in ornamentals , and vegetable crops. Furthermore, Cryptobug -L is also extremely effective in outdoor crops in warmer regions; it can be used

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 15, 2021

  showed the searching capacity of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing nymphs in an [...] Jan Koppert. The eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force in biocontrol. The advanced Spidex Vital biological [...] and adults, for prolonged and continuous activity in the crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative presence of predatory mites on infested leaves and proof

• Koppert meets American Secretary of Agriculture

  January 29, 2020

  spoke with the American Secretary of Agriculture at a meeting hosted by Koppert Cress. Perdue is on a visit to the European Union to get to know the European [...] the message conveyed to the US Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue, at a meeting with four select companies in the Netherlands last week. Koppert Biological [...] new and safe technology for horticulture and agriculture.’ The United States is one of Koppert Biological Systems’ largest markets, which makes streamlining

• Koppert introduces Natupol Fly

  April 26, 2017

  package for a few extra days at low temperatures, or let it develop a bit further in the packaging at room temperature. The emergence of the flies is therefore [...] common green bottle fly, Lucilia sericata , is a more gentle pollinator geared to do its job in crops that cover a small area or produce little pollen. Koppert’s [...] 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 represents a huge

• Poster - Recognizing stink bugs

  Recognizing stink bugs The Southern green stink bug Nezara viridula is a highly destructive pest damaging many important food crops. Nezara viridula goes [...] Eggs are laid on the under surface of leaves. The egg package usually has a hexagonal shape. Nezara viridula Eggs First instar nymph Third instar nymph

• Koppert and Fresh Energy Forge Partnership

  June 10, 2024

  has been striving for many years to establish a presence in Egypt. This is just the beginning, and we see a multitude of opportunities for growth and development [...] horticultural producer, plays a pivotal role in the global fruits and vegetables market. Both Fresh Energy and Koppert share a vision of fostering healthy [...] standards for consumers. The initial phase of the project sets a promising foundation for a fruitful and impactful collaboration.