• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was [...] too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience [...] result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional

• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  roots on the stem. The vascular stem tissue is coloured brown and when the stem is cut, bacterial slime oozes from the wound. This is the way to distinguish [...] vascular browning is common with bacterial slime oozing from the cut. When the bacteria transfers to young plants through infected tubers, the wilting and collapse [...] signs of wilting during the day which may disappear in the early stages of infection. Under conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will wilt

• Earth Day 2023

  April 22, 2023

  contribute to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability is through our [...] a time to reflect on the state of our planet and to take action to protect it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth is [...] is not just a responsibility, but a way of life. We are committed to promoting sustainable agriculture practices that protect the environment, support

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus , which is biologically very [...] on several blocks to regulate the bug and have tried several application methods: the small backpack sprayer directed at the head of the plant in a very [...] very localized way, and also the treatment robot, which is used by blocking the lower nozzles so that it acts only on the head and avoids our Macrolophus

• Black root rot of cucurbits

  else is known about the life cycle. The fungus is dispersed by water, air and soil particles. How to prevent Black root rot of cucurbits Test for the presence [...] restricted to a few of the roots but in severe cases all roots may be infected. At the final stage of the disease, only vascular tissue remains because the cortex [...] may kill the plants. In case of a less severe infection, the vines may wilt at a late stage of the crop, but when water supply is in any way limited during

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  one day to allow the bumblebees to find food sources. Placement To maximize pollination results, evenly position the hives throughout the plot. The number [...] days before the flowering period begins. The bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned in the crop immediately [...] depends on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Position the hive horizontally, so that the bumblebees always have access to the sugar water

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production complex.” From unstable produce to robust upscaling The challenge was not only in the rearing [...] new project to R&D. Together with production, they reviewed the entire process, from the type and quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium [...] about the future of Limonica . “We have cracked the code. The rearing is good, the volumes are adjustable, and we are ready to support growers worldwide

• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 18, 2021

  can be used and that is where Anso-Mite comes in to fill the gap early in the growing season.’ Natural range and crop Anso-Mite is a naturally-occurring [...] Systems, now has a predatory mite that is active at lower temperatures at the beginning and towards the end of the growing season. A strong egg laying capacity [...] which adds strength to the thrips management strategy. The Koppert A. andersoni strain has been tested in several field experiments in the Netherlands and

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  structured, but the essence of the company—the accessibility, the shared commitment to sustainable growing—remains.” Predatory mites: the backbone of a [...] lettuce. Over the years, the family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and [...] Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner in our journey. Their consultants

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 28, 2018

  not been successful due to the European Commission which is reluctant to move forward. An example of this is the repeal of the resolution for low risk [...] such as the term ‘bioprotectants’ to describe the biological protections tools for the management of pests and diseases, and that is great! The current [...] He says that the IBMA foresees a centralized procedure under the direction of the proposed regulatory body with the participation of the member EU states