• Say “Tata!” to Tuta

  September 29, 2023

  but also have a taste for other members of the nightshade family of plants. They can also feed and survive on potatoes, aubergines, sweet peppers, tobacco [...] them. Contact us to find out more on how to effectively control Tuta absoluta in partnership with nature. [...] nuisance that is also a master of concealment. So, be extra alert if this moth decides to visit your greenhouse or farm. In order to tackle this pest effectively

• GROW article on Koppert participation in Dutch Innovation Mission

  April 19, 2022

  connected to Durban harbour and will be upgraded in the future by Flying Swans to facilitate emerging farmers to have cold storage and be able to ship their [...] Cursus en Consult, Maastricht School of Management, Oost NL, Royal Eijkelkamp, Syngenta, and the University of Twente, to travel across the country linking [...] visits focused on plant health , sustainable water use and crop protection in agriculture, specifically the fruit and vegetable sector. Central to the agri-food

• The War on Pests Isn’t Working. Here’s What Is.

  August 4, 2026

  that we somehow manage to overcomplicate it. Healthy soil grows healthy plants. I see it in my own vegetable garden. I see it on commercial pivots stretching [...] colemani, Hans Smid The War on Pests Isn’t Working. Here’s What Is. There is something fascinating about the way we’ve waged war on pests. For decades we’ve [...] biology left to cycle nutrients and build structure, are almost always the areas with the greatest pest pressure. Meanwhile, the healthier parts of the field

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  been released and they get right down to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three [...] problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that the [...] Koppert promised in the leaflet, he tells us. ‘Spidex Vital immediately gets to work on tackling spider mites and hot-spots, the beneficials search more effectively

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  access to credit and financial services. We need to work at two levels to address this discrimination: at government level, we need to help women to ensure [...] news, so how do you get started? As Cecilia said, equip yourself with the right skills and training. Laurika du Bois is just the person to talk to when it [...] Continuing in our celebration of Women’s Month we chatted to a few women that are passionate about agriculture and helping other women to find their feet within

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armoured scale

  October 25, 2023

  that will help you to control various types of armoured scales in your crops. The species is proving to be effective in a number of outdoor crops that [...] dying back of twigs or larger branches. To prevent this, Rhyzobug can be applied both in greenhouses and in outdoor crops to control a wide range of harmful [...] species of armoured scales effectively Easy to apply Easy to combine with other natural enemies like Aphytis melinus Both adults and larvae predate on armoured

• Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species

  March 29, 2022

  offer an integrated system of natural solutions to cultivate healthier crops and improve quality and yield. We use natural enemies to combat pests, microbials [...] crops and improve plant health , above and underground. In this pursuit of helping our clients partner with nature, we are excited to introduce the newest [...] Koppert South Africa is not only celebrating a decade of investing in the health, safety, and productivity of South African soil, but we are also moving forward

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable [...] Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] Faced with different pests, he sought alternative solutions, leading to the adoption of biological control methods. He has been actively controlling mealybugs

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales and long tailed mealybugs

  comprehensive set of frequently asked questions. To download the FAQ, click on the button below. Rhyzobug FAQ How to recognize damage of mealybugs Mealybugs [...] results. Results of Rhyzobug Lifecycle of Rhyzobug Rhyzobiius lophanthae is able to predate on several armoured scales species. It is easy to see what they [...] the plants based on 500-3000/ha (for outdoor cultivation) in several applications depending on the degree of infestation.’ Everything you need to know

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  ty of the business. The implementation of a biological control program is one of the key tools that can help you achieve this. This is attested to by La [...] management of pests and diseases, making it a benchmark in know-how in the production of peppers. The harvest cycle for peppers varies according to region [...] enemies of these pests and the reduction of agrochemical applications have had a positive impact on their crops. "Koppert products are easy to implement