• Ahold Delhaize: ‘We can't sell anything without substantiated information’

  December 18, 2018

  ‘Continuous improvement is only possible if the relationship between the producer and the buyer is clearly defined.’ Leon Mol is the director of product safety [...] products are of a sustainable nature. Mol believes that the potato, vegetable, and fruit sector is ahead of the ornamentals sector in terms of sustainability [...] product and show how they are produced. We are not able to do this if we do not have that information. If there is no information, there is no product.’ Reactive

• Expanded board to strengthen development at Koppert Biological Systems

  December 18, 2018

  Systems has increased the size of its board in response to the projected growth of the Dutch family company. Koppert is a global specialist in biological [...] René Koppert and René Ruiter will take up the position of Director Horti. The new roles are much more specific in nature and, together, cover all areas [...] realize that it was time for change within the top tier of the company’, says CEO Paul Koppert. ‘Three of the original board members will stay on to ensure

• Koppert’s Mirical Wins Prestigious Innovation Award

  February 13, 2024

  the award on behalf of Koppert, product manager Tim Bossinga said that innovation lay at the core of Koppert’s DNA and is a result of its continuous product [...] Berlin on the 9th of February, honours outstanding innovations in the entire fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to the point of sale. Accepting [...] bugs , has created a highly efficient and sustainable release system that is much easier to use. The cardboard strips are fully compostable resulting in 99%

• Mirical - Revolutionary Packaging Simplifies Application & Maximises Whitefly Control

  January 8, 2024

  fully compostable, and the protective seal is recyclable, which results in much less waste. Mirical comes in sets of ten strips carrying the predatory bugs [...] Koppert's proven and trusted biological solution for the control of Whitefly , Mirical, is now available in revolutionary new packaging. First introduced [...] performance and ease of use, with some growers reporting a 50% reduction in application time. The predatory bug Macrolophus pygmaeus (Mirical) is now stronger

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving solutions. Peter Couwels is a fixture at Koppert, “part of the company [...] Airobug is one of Koppert's air blowing systems for the efficient and even distribution of natural enemies. “By introducing different types of application [...] conditions. When speed is of the essence, we rely on this toolbox of solutions. By choosing the right combination, we can respond much more quickly than if

• Aphids

  aphids have two pairs of wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females [...] reproduction is asexual, the progeny of a single female is genetically identical to the mother. In other words, they are clones. Because there is no genetic [...] Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a combination of natural enemies that attack

• Premium Quality, Around The World

  March 6, 2023

  with precise climate control in terms of temperature and humidity. That climate is specifically tailored to the needs of every individual beneficial, bumblebee [...] Possible Condition Stacking the boxes on pallets with proper ventilation is one of many steps taken to regulate optimal conditions for specific products. [...] It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology, and strict adherence to protocols to control the health and reproduction of beneficials, pollinators

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  cucumeris is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips Neoseiulus cucumeris mites actively seek out and prey on the first instar larvae of various [...] lays about two eggs per day. Life cycle of Neoseiulus cucumeris The life cycle of Neoseiulus cucumeris consists of the following stages: egg, larva, protonymph [...] laid on the underside of leaves on leaf hairs or in the axils of main and side veins. They are oval, white and have a diameter of approximately 0.14 mm

• Neoseiulus californicus

  thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to [...] will preferentially feed on them and the population development is much faster on a diet of spider mites than on other food sources. They can also survive [...] persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining in the crop to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental

• Mycotal FAQ

  spores on the outside of the cadaver, which may Mycotal: how does it work? spread the infection to other vulnerable pests. How long is Mycotal effective [...] Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6 Frequently Asked Questions What is Mycotal What is Mycotal? Mycotal is a natural insecticide. It contains a so called entomopathogenic [...] that disables and kills insects. The product is packed in a cardboard box which contains a bag of blastospores of the unique fungus, Akanthomyces muscarius