• Breaking ground in SA for the macrobial control of stinkbug done by parasitic wasps

  August 1, 2022

  can vary between roughly 10 and 20 days, depending on temperature and food availability. Green Shield is a potent weapon you need to combat stinkbug this [...] Green Shield ( Trissolcus basalis ) is the game changer you have been waiting for. These powerful biological agents are very strong flyers which results [...] hardy species that can survive up to 2 weeks without food. Trissolcus feeds on pollen and nectar, and stinkbug eggs are only a means of reproduction. The

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  highly specialised industry that rely on technology and innovation to grow and become more sustainable. There is a shortage of well qualified scientific [...] skills and training. Laurika du Bois is just the person to talk to when it comes to skills and training. Having grown up on a farm herself, she now serves the [...] insight are from the perspective of recruitment and training. Elaine van Niekerk is the Managing Director of Mayfly Agri and has been a specialist in recruitment

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 16, 2024

  first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap product range that will enjoy a total makeover. The sticky traps are available on the market under the well-known [...] design perfectly aligns with the positioning of Horiver in the market, focusing on the highest efficacy, user friendliness and extended performance. As our [...] perfectly into the sticky trap portfolio, they will also carry the Horiver brand on the packaging.’ Horiver sticky traps Among the widely adopted products in

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  What is the difference in the product presentation? Spidex Vital consists of all mobile stages of Phytoseiulus persimilis. The carrier material is the same [...] formulation of Phytoseiulus persimilis. Is this a different Phytoseiulus species to the Spidex I am used to? No, it is exactly the same Phytoseiulus species [...] This results in keeping the surrounding conditions better under control. Is this product exclusive to Koppert? We have co-developed this product with

• Koppert, trotse nuwe eienaars van Vital Bugs

  September 26, 2024

  Suid-Afrikaanse grond is Koppert toegewyd tot die uitbou van plaaslike besigheid en landbou-kundigheid. Die oorname van Vital Bugs is ‘n groot stap om Koppert [...] sitrus industrie by die besigheid aangesluit, waarna die naam in 2008 verander is na Vital Bugs cc. Vir meer as 30 jaar het Vital Bugs ‘n groot impak gehad [...] uitstekende teelfasiliteite vir insekte. ‘n Nuwe era het aangebreek en Koppert is sedert Julie 2024 die trotse nuwe eienaars van Vital Bugs Pty (Ltd). Met voetspore

• GROW article on Koppert participation in Dutch Innovation Mission

  April 19, 2022

  GROW article on Koppert participation in Dutch Innovation Mission Koppert South Africa recently had the valuable opportunity to participate in the Netherlands [...] technology with South African counterparts. The workshops and field visits focused on plant health , sustainable water use and crop protection in agriculture, [...] the agri-food innovation mission was the exploration of equal cooperation on research and development for both researchers and companies. Travelling through

• Biological crop protection boosts yield and profitability with longer spraying windows and zero residue risks

  February 22, 2024

  hands of farmer with tablet with infographics on the screen Biological crop protection boosts yield and profitability with longer spraying windows and [...] constantly adapting to changing conditions. One of these many challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining productivity and keeping [...] higher prices and turnover. Efficient labour and logistics Labour availability is an increasing problem for many growers around the globe. Availability can

• 'n Gunstige ekosisteem vir pesbeheer

  August 31, 2024

  use: 5 May 2024. Lorena, P. & Alomar, O. 2012. The role of omnivory in the conservation of predators: Orius majusculus (Heteroptera: Anthocoridae) on sweet [...] Bewarings biologiese beheer as volhoubare benadering tot ons hedendaagse landboupraktyke kan beskryf word as pesbeheer wat fokus om die natuurlike vyande [...] 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

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

  September 26, 2024

  recommendations for pest management strategies based on your findings. 8. Follow-up actions Based on your findings, make any necessary adjustments to pest [...] building a successful IPM strategy for macadamia farming, knowledge truly is power. Crop scouting holds immense importance in modern agriculture due to [...] control fit into an IPM strategy? Complementary methods : Biological control is most effective when combined with other IPM strategies, such as monitoring

• 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 [...] Ready for the future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture [...] products After introducing our new brand identity in January 2022, Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly present our new product branding. Each