• SWD

  May 8, 2019

  reduce numbers of over-wintered SWD in the environment and slow the build-up of the pest to damaging levels later in the year. Early detection of SWD also ensures [...] Their red colouring makes them very attractive to the pest and the mesh openings are large enough for the fruit fly but will keep out unwanted by-catch of [...] line inside the trap) Check the traps each week, recording SWD numbers if required, and replenish/change the attractant every two weeks for best effect

• ‘Knowing & recognizing’ now available in 4 languages

  December 18, 2018

  and Spanish. The English version was launched in October last year. ‘The success of the English version underlined the urgent need to have the information [...] and microbiological solutions for growers increases around the world. For effective control of pests and diseases through the use of biological control agents [...] solutions. The first edition of ‘Knowing & recognizing’ was published 25 years ago. The new version is the biggest to date, partly because of the new section

• Effective Spider Mite Control on Ornamentals

  April 10, 2019

  greater durability. The sachets also have an exit hole through which the mites will disperse into the crop. Due to the smart design of the Spical Ulti-Mite [...] environment for N. californicus to establish its population. The sachets are hung within the crop by the means of a strengthened hook, which gives greater [...] been used for effective spider mite control, but with the added use of Spical Ulti-Mite, control is greatly improved. Use Spical Ulti-Mite for: two-spotted

• World Food Day 2020

  October 16, 2020

  essential for the overall functioning and well-being of the ecosystem. There's still a lot of research to be done. 'At Koppert, we are aware of the enormous [...] safe food for all. In September 2015, the UN approved the Sustainable Development Goals. World Food Day is held today at various places. For more info [...] lives and the changing climate, the resilience of crops has become a crucial factor in our struggle to produce food with dwindling resources. The enduring

• Koppert collaborates with Valto to control harmful tomato virus

  December 18, 2018

  were needed for the full European registration dossier. The two low risk active ingredients and the product V10 have been approved by the Dutch registration [...] access to tomato growers around the world. The two innovative biological solutions producers are located in the heart of the Dutch fruit and vegetable growing [...] prevent the emergence of the virulent Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) which has been accountable for substantial losses in tomato production around the world

• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  will provide the perfect opportunity to engage with experts and find the answers. There will also be an opportunity throughout the conference for leading figures [...] provide the product portfolio to ensure you get the best from your relative industry. Register Your Interest Now To register your interest for the event [...] working within the same broad field to connect, strategise and discover the wide range of options available from Koppert UK. In light of the diversified

• Biological solution against green shield bug

  June 23, 2021

  partners. Over the course of the previous decade, the southern green shield bug has ravaged unheated pepper, aubergine and cucumber greenhouses in southern [...] method to combat the southern green shield bug ( Nezara viridula) . Koppert is working hard to make this product available in 2022 for their commercial [...] and central Europe. The disappearance of chemical products, in combination with climate change, has resulted in an increase in the level of infestations

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  ethical manner, by reducing the use of peat, diminishing the use of chemical pesticides and using biological methods for the control of pests and diseases [...] works for us. The programme combines the use of aphid parasitoids, predatory mites and beneficial nematodes . It’s critical that we are using the right [...] developing new propagation facilities. The primary aim is clear: to become one of the leading producers of climbing plants in the home and European markets. “We

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] is recognised as being among the most critical problems at a global level for food security and sustainability around the world. When soils are degraded [...] practices - Protecting the soil-food web - Committing to nutrient recycling - Opting for biological pest management Adding organic matter to the soil instead of

• Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

  June 20, 2019

  gamma - Silver Y Moth The most harmful caterpillars that occur in the greenhouse belong to the Noctuidae, which is the largest of all the lepidopteran families [...] Tomato looper The Tortricidae are another group of caterpillars that affect greenhouse crops. The term ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars [...] Always read the label and product information before use. Pay attention to the risk indications and follow the safety precautions on the label.