• Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

  January 31, 2025

  . An important principle to scout for diseases is to understand what a healthy plant looks like. This is specifically key to identifying seedling diseases [...] become more active, leading to potential outbreaks if not monitored closely. Scouting during this period allows growers to identify pest populations before [...] seeds or seedlings is important to determine if an insect pest is present. Some insects, such as cutworms , can clip plants at the soil surface; some insects

• Premium Quality, Around The World

  March 6, 2023

  attention to handling, storage and shipping conditions. It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology, and strict adherence to protocols to control the [...] quality and leave nothing to chance. Our commitment to our customers is embodied in the peace of mind we offer them, thanks to our premium quality products [...] products are headed, they need to arrive on time and with their quality perfectly preserved. Koppert pulls out all the stops to achieve that for its customers

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  Psila rosae, emerges from overwintering pupae, to lay white, ovoid eggs, in cracks in the soil surface, close to the plant’s stem base. After a few days, the [...] Trap The flies are attracted to Koppert’s orange-coloured Carrot Fly Traps, which should be placed just above canopy height, at a 45 o angle, facing downwards [...] suggested, but up to 10/ha may be more appropriate in some situations. Traps should be positioned in the field from April, and again in June, to monitor for

• Cannabis

  helping to reduce their numbers and prevent further damage to the cannabis plants. Aphid control Biological pest control is an effective approach to managing [...] can be susceptible to various fungal and bacterial pathogens. These pathogens can cause significant damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and [...] have the potential to cause substantial damage, as they feed on the plant's sap and reproduce rapidly. Their feeding activities can lead to stunted growth

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

  August 5, 2025

  insect pests, but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination of in-depth knowledge, technical breakthroughs, and [...] ” From unstable produce to robust upscaling The challenge was not only in the rearing itself, but especially in scaling up to commercial volumes during [...] submitted a 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

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 4, 2021

  proved to be labour-intensive, time consuming, and not always accurate. We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and [...] On the road to precision biological control Natutec Drive takes centre stage Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the [...] Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was a brilliant move,’ says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. ‘When it comes to the even

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 4, 2021

  proved to be labour-intensive, time consuming, and not always accurate. We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and [...] Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was a [...] own. It also fits perfectly into our hi-tech, sustainable approach to cultivation. At Dyson farming, it’s all about innovation.’ Dyson Farming is the biggest

• Koppert Launches Renewed Side Effects App

  October 11, 2024

  We are excited to announce that we have rebranded and added new features and improvements to our Side Effects app to help growers optimise their integrated [...] biological control products and pollinators to more than 40,000 users worldwide. ‘At Koppert we are committed to continuous innovation,’ says Product Manager [...] potential to contribute to advancing sustainable agriculture. Now, the Digital Assistant is ready for its first commercial use, enabling growers to access

• Inspired by Nature: New design, Same Trusted Quality

  February 1, 2023

  are confident this new branding supports us on our journey to increase our positive impact to the world.” New Features Beautiful photography, our new logo [...] branding is rooted in nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture by partnering with nature, supporting [...] protection . Always looking forward, we continuously work to improve and find new solutions and services to face current and future challenges. We are confident

• Modified formulation for Macro-Mite

  December 18, 2018

  Upon delivery of the product, it remains important to apply the product as soon as possible due to the cannibalistic nature of Macrocheles.' The application [...] and feeds on a variety of pests. Not only can this predatory mite be used to combat sciarid flies white worms, and thrips , it also makes short work of [...] densities, which promotes better pest control. It therefore has a great part to play as the basis for integrated control in both vegetable cultivation and