• Biological Pest Control

  or parasitoids, to control invasive pest species. This method is typically used when a new pest species poses a significant threat to agriculture or ecosystems [...] referred to as biocontrol, is a method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain [...] friendly products, the demand for biological pest control methods is likely to grow, making it a forward-looking choice for agriculture and pest management.

• Common garden flower can tip the scales against thrips

  August 4, 2026

  management (IPM) programmes locally is very new and not often seen," De Groot remarks. "However, in Europe it is much more of a common practice." Read the full [...] the crop, or by indirect damage through acting as a virus vector, spreading viruses from one plant to the next," says Emile de Groot, product innovation [...] technical development manager at Koppert South Africa. "Most crops in general will be affected by thrips either directly damaging leaves, flowers and fruit or carrying

• Understanding the importance of scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards

  September 26, 2024

  IPM in Macadamia Orchards When it comes to building a successful IPM strategy for macadamia farming, knowledge truly is power. Crop scouting holds immense [...] immense importance in modern agriculture due to its instrumental role in optimizing crop management, increasing yields, and ensuring sustainable farming practices [...] strategy Integrating biological control within an IPM framework ensures a holistic approach to pest management. Key beneficial organisms targeting pests in macadamia

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 13, 2023

  branding, which is characterised by a green, natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’. And though our packaging is new, growers [...] chain. While a QR code helps navigate directly to the product webpage for more information. Ready for the future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in nature [...] nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture by partnering with nature, supporting growers worldwide. With

• 'n Gunstige ekosisteem vir pesbeheer

  August 31, 2024

  W., He, W., You, M. & Gurr, G.M. 2020. Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) selectively attracts and enhances the performance of Cotesia vestalis, a parasitoid [...] parasitiese wespes in. Die sleutel tot sukses in volhoubare biologiese beheer is om ‘n gunstige omgewing te skep wat die groei van die voordelige insekpopulasies [...] Die maklikste en mees effektiewe manier om natuurlike vyande te ondersteun is om diverse plantspesies te vestig in en om gewasse, veral waar monokultuur