• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  demand for biological solutions for agriculture and horticulture continues to mount. This, together with an increase in labour costs and decrease in the [...] e 4 to 8 row systems. 'There is the towed version of Natutec Drive that can be drawn behind a moving vehicle, a fully autonomous pipe rail, and a module [...] alternatives. 'I think a tool like Natutec Drive answers perfectly to these demands and current trends. Natutec Drive is essentially a tool to apply predatory

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  Orius . It was a turning point. “For the first time, predatory mites offered a working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift in mentality [...] and, eventually, a pivotal role in shaping the course of biological control in Spain. A passion for insects – and a new beginning in Almeria After studying [...] developed a rigorous pipeline to ensure each solution works in real Mediterranean conditions. “Our research approach is classic but powerful — from lab to greenhouse

• Trial_and_Field_results_nematodes_in_fruit_orchards_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

  good. There is only a little damage but it’s not excessive,’ he confirms. ‘We do it every year to avoid pest invasion so it is fully included in the treatment [...] ‘Yes, I would recommend it to anyone who has problems with codling moths and leafrollers. It really helps to reduce the pest pressure. I’m proud to spray [...] treatment programme. It’s a must have!’ ‘I had some difficulties with codling moths and leafrollers at the time and switched to biocontrol to save my production

• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 18, 2021

  biological solution for thrips infestations this spring. ‘In our trials we have seen that A. andersoni was better at establishing itself in the crop, [...] Anso-Mite introduction in UK Regulations in the UK have severely limited the introduction of some of Koppert’s biocontrol solutions for some time. ‘Up until [...] able to use Swirski-Mite in growing tunnels, which will be a great help. Swirski however needs warmer temperatures before it can be used and that is where

• World Food Day 2020

  October 16, 2020

  other finite resources?" In the search for answers, Koppert Biological Systems, as a world leader in innovative solutions for agriculture and horticulture [...] microbiological solutions can contribute to soil health and plant resilience to stress, a new world to explore. Microbes are essential for the overall f [...] resilience and resistance to drought, diseases and pathogens. 'Having initially focused on entomological solutions to combat pests in agriculture and horticulture

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

  March 17, 2025

  It all started nearly a century ago. The Stolk Brothers’ journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk’s great-grandfather purchased land in [...] specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and [...] families have known each other for years. That foundation of trust made it easy to work together,” Pieter explains. “Koppert has grown tremendously, but it remains

• Cerall.. a powerful weapon against Fusarium, Tilletia caries and Septoria nodorum

  July 13, 2021

  abiotic/biotic stress This is a great beginning for a healthy, flourishing and resilient crop, and is the perfect starting point for better production results [...] farmers now have a powerful weapon against fungal diseases: Cerall , available from Koppert Biological Systems. Cerall protects seed used for sowing. It is based [...] instructions) for the entire system. In continuously operating seed treatment equipment, the exact setting of the sprayer must be carried out, to ensure a precise

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  chemicals. It meant smarter solutions, based on the solutions that are already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key [...] and there’s a wide variety of species - each with its own pest target. And there are still many more to discover, ” he says. “ We will continue to innovate [...] could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution in time .” Staying ahead in a globalized world In today’s interconnected world, pests travel faster

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  plant protection in particular a crucial factor. ‘We obviously want our cultivation to be as organic as possible. It has to be, as there’s only one chemical [...] can only use this product a few times a year, we have very little leeway in terms of spraying frequency. We therefore need to leverage the full potential [...] from week 34 to week 31 inclusive. ‘It never gets cold in there, so the level of infestation is higher and whitefly levels are high earlier in the year. We

• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  effective. ‘We have already proved its effectiveness in the lab, and are now doing cage and field trials to acquire hard data for recommendations for use.’ Research [...] strain: ‘For the long-term solution we are not only looking at products from our portfolio but also at new candidates for the target crops. For example [...] as they had done previously. It was then discovered that a new genotype of Myzus persicae had appeared in the greenhouses. Research by Wageningen University