• Experience Centre

  suitable for groups of up to 15 visitors. In the case of bigger groups, the programme can be adapted in consultation. The Experience Centre may be visited by [...] natural pollination , come and visit the Koppert Experience Centre where you can take an interactive journey through the fascinating world of sustainable [...] you know that the vision of bumblebees differs vastly to that of humans and that we use that difference to provide our clients with the most effective

• Biological seed treatment

  stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. An overview of positive attributes of microbials depending on the organism: [...] colonize the roots and protect the crop during the entire growing season. Seed treatment increases the availability of plant nutrients in the root system [...] applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed when

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

  October 6, 2025

  quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium and the design of new production lines. After implementing these improvements, the results were quickly [...] protection Marjon is confident about the future of Limonica . “We have cracked the code. The rearing is good, the volumes are adjustable, and we are ready to [...] accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production complex.” From unstable produce to robust upscaling The challenge was not only in the rearing

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  structured, but the essence of the company—the accessibility, the shared commitment to sustainable growing—remains.” Predatory mites: the backbone of a [...] in Bergschenhoek and started growing lettuce. Over the years, the family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from [...] anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  vital role during the introduction and rollout.’ Making biocontrol the norm In the Netherlands, the use of biocontrol has become the norm when it comes [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis Preparing for the future ‘The future holds many challenges and one of them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact [...] strategies in horticulture. We have the most experienced consultants in the industry with years of practice in the field. We know our natural products

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  at Koppert, “part of the company furniture,” as he puts it. Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001 [...] application technologies like the Airobug.” Lifting barriers The Airobug is one of Koppert's air blowing systems for the efficient and even distribution [...] biological pest control , as the mites are able to reach the pest faster.” An innovation toolbox Since 2006, Koppert has accelerated the introduction of new solutions

• Pepino mosaic virus

  sed life cycle. Entry The virus enters plants through small wounds caused by handling, pruning, or harvesting. Spread within the plant It multiplies and [...] against PepMV US1. This approach is based on the principle of cross-protection, where: A mild virus strain occupies the plant It prevents infection by more severe [...] economic damage How V10 Works After application: V10 infects the plant in a controlled manner The plant activates its natural defense mechanisms More aggressive

• Fusarium spp.

  This species is the only Fusarium that actually grows inside the vascular system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species [...] towards the foot of the plant and enters the vascular system. Inside the vessels, the fungus produces mycelium and many spores (microconidia), which are [...] upwards. At the same time, the plant produces gum as a defence mechanism to stop the fungus from spreading. This gum blocks the xylem and causes the wilting

• Foot rot of cereals

  humidity, the conidia germinate and penetrate the host's tissues. Inside the plant, the fungus colonizes the root and lower stem, leading to the characteristic [...] staining of the lower nodes. Long dark streaks may also appear at the stem base. On older plants, infection can produce a true foot rot, where the stem base [...] ears often show above the point of infection around the milky ripe stage (GS 75). Later infections may result in infection of the grain without obvious