• Optimising disease biocontrol in propagation

  April 26, 2021

  hygiene programme is a significant part of the disease control strategy. The use of peroxyacetic acid, e.g. Jet 5, at a 1% v/v dilution, is the nurseryman’s [...] nursery stock propagation The nursery stock propagator’s productivity plan is based on three propagation productivity principles: ‘maintaining cleanliness’, [...] pathogens that infect the stem base. If infected, cuttings may, depending on the pathogen, develop a dark brown or black lesion that extends upwards from

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  soil health. Held on the 5th of December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation [...] degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognised as being among the most critical problems at a global level for food security and sustainability around [...] chemical agents to combat pests and diseases in a way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

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

  February 17, 2025

  laughs. “That was a lesson in balance—innovation is great, but practicality matters too.” A future built on collaboration One of the key reasons Stolk Brothers [...] Brothers continues to partner with Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner [...] chemical-free plant is actually the healthier choice. If a predatory mite leaves behind some residue, it’s proof that biological control is working—but consumers

• General Terms and Conditions of Sale - Koppert UK Ltd.

  respect of any Goods which is based on any defect on the quality or condition of the Goods or their failure to meet specification is notified to the Company [...] (Restrictions on Statements) Order 1976 the statutory rights of the Customer are not affected by these conditions. 8.5 Any claim by the Customer which is based [...] specified on the Order Form as the person who accepts a quotation from the Company for the sale of the Goods or whose order for the Goods is accepted by

• The Trianum and Vidi Parva Foundation

  February 27, 2019

  and a reduced dependency on inorganic inputs in the management of pests, diseases and nutrients. The Triangle The objective is to generate and maintain [...] balanced relationship between the plant roots and substrate is established. This relationship is developed further with the introduction of Fortafol-D, which [...] ml per 1000 m 2 , repeat after 5 days Please consult the Koppert Side Effects Guide and App for further information on compatibility.

• Mirical - Revolutionary Packaging Simplifies Application & Maximises Whitefly Control

  January 8, 2024

  establish themselves faster. Mirical is supplied in sets of ten strips which can be easily distributed when hung on plants. The cardboard corrugations provide [...] proven and trusted biological solution for the control of Whitefly , Mirical, is now available in revolutionary new packaging. First introduced in France, [...] reduction in application time. The predatory bug Macrolophus pygmaeus (Mirical) is now stronger and better able to establish, and develop, itself in the crop

• Koppert Launches Renewed Side Effects App

  October 11, 2024

  programs. The app currently provides critical advice on the side effects of chemical agents on biological control products and pollinators to more than [...] and improved features on our Side Effects app make it one of the most comprehensive and effective Integrated Pest Management tools on the market.' The Koppert [...] tools to feature this cutting-edge AI tool. The new Digital Assistant feature on the app won the international GreenTech concept award in June for its potential

• Phytophthora: symptoms starting to show

  April 7, 2021

  opportunity for further disorders. By focusing on continuous tip development and the ‘white root’ biomass, the plant is able support microbial life and keep nutrient [...] balance for longer. Look to apply the root biostimulant Vidi Parva (4-5 L/ha) when there is any concern about root stress or dieback. After two or three applications [...] Phytophthora: symptoms starting to show The sun is starting to shine and strawberry crops are moving from the vegetative to the generative development

• The Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production

  July 20, 2021

  control of TSSM in glasshouses-grown strawberries. “It is essential that the grower keeps a watchful eye on the long-term weather forecast, and specifically [...] knowledge of this pest and the beneficial mites which are used for its control, is fundamental to the implementation of a successful, season-long strategy against [...] temperatures occur At the beginning of the season, when the glasshouse environment is relatively cool, Neoseiulus californicus should be introduced in sachets,

• Poinsettia. Main pest pressures

  May 21, 2019

  nic nematode Entonem, at 0.5 million nematodes per m 2 of cultivated area Apply at 2, 5 and 8 days after planting; this is key to ensuring that cuttings [...] serious damage to the cuttings, to the extent of killing them. The larvae feed on the young roots of the plants, and can then progress into the stem, if not [...] damage, their scales and white waxy deposits are, unfortunately, highly visible on the undersides of the leaves, which can result in rejection and lost sales