• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  experimenting with a number of new pesticides for corrective control, but the interaction with biocontrol measures is mostly unknown. The compatibility of these [...] by dedicating focused research to the biology of the pest and diagnosing the prevalence of this new strain found in the field. Newly Resistant Myzus Strain [...] Persicae After a thorough diagnosis of the new strain, Koppert’s R&D established two approaches: A quick fix strategy, and a long-term strategy with ongoing research

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  experience A healthy future, that's quite a challenge. Growing a resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience! Growing in a sustainable [...] with the aim of achieving sustainable food production for a healthy planet. Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything we do! Pioneering [...] valuable legacy of knowledge and experience to the field of Agriculture. Working together with farmers We look at the problems at hand with fresh and experienced

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] alongside Koppert in the development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful. He believes [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure that the underside of the hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during the flowering [...] therefore be released into the same crops. Position a bumblebee hive at least 100 metres away from a honeybee hive, out of the sight of the honeybees. This is [...] begins. Once the flowers open, the bumblebees will start pollinating. Position the hive in the crop immediately after delivery, or a maximum of one day later

• Earth Day 2023

  April 21, 2023

  It's a time to reflect on the state of our planet and to take action to protect it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth [...] support biodiversity, and contribute to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability [...] facilities in the Netherlands, leading to a reduction of 89% in CO2 emissions from electricity use. Three out of four cars added to the KBV and Koppert

• Natutec Drive

  Attach the Natutec Drive onto the pipe-rail, a trailer or a boom Turn on the switch of the Natutec Drive to start releasing the content of the drum Recommended [...] Drive for the distribution of large quantities of natural enemies in the crop. The Natutec Drive can be customised based on the specifications of the greenhouse [...] drum with the product to be released Place the drum inside the Natutec Drive Choose the speed based on the amount of natural enemies required per running

• About bumblebees

  pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated Bumblebees lack the sop [...] they are much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our [...] throughout the winter season. Before hibernation, the new young queens will leave the old nest and mate with drones. As temperature rises and the spring season

• Natutec Airobreez

  when the light is green Place the battery to connect to the device Clip on the shoulder belt of the Natutec Airobreez Place the bucket wheel and the dispense [...] using the dosage chart Select the right dosage speed for the determined amount to be released Remove the cap of the reservoir Fill the reservoir with the [...] Mode of action The innovative combination of the fan and patented rigg ensures a very precise distribution of carrier material containing natural enemies

• Integrated Pest Management

  insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory mites , parasitic [...] detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps ( e.g. Rollertraps or Horiver) is very important for monitoring the flying [...] capable of keeping pest or disease levels below the economic threshold, chemical intervention might be necessary. IPM advocates for the use of the least

• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage based on the information provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material [...] well as for the distribution of Artefeed and Entofood. Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Mini-Airbug and the revolving [...] pot ensures a uniform release of carrier material containing natural enemies. The airflow from the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of this material