• Natutec Drive takes centre stage

  January 6, 2021

  works on a revolving 60 litre drum which dispenses its contents, e.g. Spidex , Thripex or Swirski Mite, into a hopper, then onwards via a series of tubes [...] rate of application required. “This is a first-class piece of machinery which exemplifies our superiority in the field of biocontrol-related innovations. [...] an outstanding level of innovation and prowess in the development of its latest offering to the strawberry sector, in the form of the Natutec Drive . This

• Larvanem Has Been The Number One Product Against Vine Weevil For Over 25 years

  August 22, 2024

  effective means of combating vine weevil. Of course, there are also chemical products for use against adult vine weevils, but without getting rid of the larvae [...] our nematodes are free of any diseases.' Rick also highlights how effective Larvanem is. 'You get a much better result than using a chemical pesticide against [...] its continued success lies in its special strain of Heterorhabditis bacteriophora , which is the basis of Larvanem . The product is also completely natural

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  diseases in the cultivation of fruit and vegetables in a variety of situations. Three versions of Natutec Drive The patented technology makes it possible to apply [...] versions of Natutec Drive to accommodate 4 to 8 row systems. 'There is the towed version of Natutec Drive that can be drawn behind a moving vehicle, a fully [...] different versions of Natutec Drive that take care of distributing predatory mites and insects essential for the biological control of pests and diseases

• Flowering and Pollination in Blueberry

  April 2, 2019

  The third critical period in the growth cycle of a blueberry plant is fruit maturation, and the growth of new shoots. Focus on Flowering and Pollination [...] Calcium Flowering and Pollination – one of the most critical blueberry growth stages Blueberries and bio-stimulants are a strong combination, especially during [...] the production of berries. But is it only pollinators that are important, or are there other factors to take into consideration? There are a few critical

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  solutions in a wide range of crops.’ ‘We aim to collaborate and co-create with partners in pursuit of our mission. We believe this branding will open a world [...] ensure a powerful image across all global markets and confirms Koppert’s unique dedication and commitment in providing a comprehensive range of biological [...] for an update, a branding that matches our ambition and reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people and the planet

• At Koppert, every day is Earth Day

  April 26, 2021

  contribute to the Restoration of the Earth in the field of agriculture with the help of natural solutions. Visit the platform of Resilience Food Stories . [...] pests and diseases hardly stand a chance. Using a holistic approach, solutions are developed for all the relevant elements of plant production and protection [...] protection. Koppert is at the forefront of a whole new way of thinking about agriculture in which classic methods and products are no longer relevant and where

• Control spidermite with Phytoseiulus in soft fruit

  May 8, 2019

  supplied in bottle sizes of 2,000 and 10,000. The mite is a specialist predator of spider mites and does not feed on anything else. As a result it is not usually [...] Applications of Spidex should continue on a weekly basis until a good balance between predator and prey is achieved. This can be seen by the new growth of the plant [...] largely rely on biological control of spider mites in their crops. Control of spider mite control is achieved with the use of predatory mites , the most effective

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

  July 20, 2021

  Technical Consultant in the South, has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in the biological control of TSSM in glasshouses-grown strawberries. “It [...] for an extended period of time in the absence of spider mite prey,” explained Stella. This biological control agent also has a higher temperature optimum [...] Tetranychus urticae, represents a significant threat to commercial strawberry crops grown in glasshouses. An in depth knowledge of this pest and the beneficial

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems [...] 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 process [...] soil health and a resilient root system. We also provide biological alternatives for chemical agents to combat pests and diseases in a way that does not

• Airobug – “the aerial application system”

  January 6, 2021

  needed a reliable and efficient system for the application of biological control products to our crops. We have used Koppert natural enemies for a number [...] lateral distribution of the product can be increased by adjustment of the revolving dosage containers installed on either side of the Airobug device, powered [...] fans.” “The ‘aerial application system’ is used almost on a weekly basis for delivering a range of Koppert products including Thripex , Swirski-Mite , Spidex