• Happy Women’s Day!

  August 8, 2022

  describes it: “I love the contribution we make to our planet and the people I get to work with inside and outside of Koppert. I love being a partner with [...] work within a space that was traditionally more a male working environment? “You have to be willing to take risks, educate yourself and build a strong support [...] what would their advice be to young women with a passion for agriculture? “It is not about being a man or a woman. If you are passionate about what you do

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your crops

  January 7, 2024

  Mendonça, Market Development Manager at Koppert. 'It is a comprehensive strategy for promoting a healthy crop and healthy soil conditions, and for utilising [...] 'And we zoom in on the need: Is it a must to prevent any and all damage to the crop because the customer demands a perfect fruit? Or can the plant handle [...] There are many reasons to implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM), from a desire to grow more sustainably to an urgent need to find alternatives to

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  into a job with an open mind.” A valuable starting block, or needed reminder, for a career in agriculture. When exploring the possibilities for a career [...] in agriculture. You do not have to be like a man, but rather work with the unique strengths you have as a woman. “Know that you are going to work very [...] Mayfly Agri and has been a specialist in recruitment within the agricultural industries in Southern Africa for the past 12 years. With a background in Chemistry

• Biological solutions offer multiple benefits

  November 8, 2022

  Over the past few years, we have developed a range of biological solutions for outdoor crops and gathered a wealth of experience on multiple continents [...] solutions can make a big difference,’ explains Martin Koppert, Chief Business Officer for Agriculture at Koppert. ‘We’ve long maintained a comprehensive range [...] world’s largest agricultural market. ‘In Brazil, we have a local subsidiary where we have developed a wide-ranging portfolio of products for major industrial

• FAQ Nezapar

  adult Trissolcus basalis. What is a Dibox? A Dibox is a carton box of 4x4 cm with a hook with which it can be hung in a plant, and in which Nezapar can be [...] accordingly. If I find an egg package, how can I tell if Trissolcus or Nezara emerged? Check the edges of the eggs (with a loupe). If they have a nice round [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Is it possible to have a longer

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armoured scale

  October 25, 2023

  Rhyzobug from 250 to 500 ladybirds and changed the packaging from a plastic bottle to a more sustainable cardboard tube which is more suitable for agriculture [...] of armoured scales in your crops. The species is proving to be effective in a number of outdoor crops that include citrus, grapes, blackberries, kiwi and [...] Rhyzobug can be applied both in greenhouses and in outdoor crops to control a wide range of harmful scale insects. Product Manager Jenette Douma: ‘Our colleagues

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  markets. Just a few of the innovative technologies we have in place are: - Drain water is recycled, but first disinfected by UVC radiation using a Ridder Vitalite [...] various recipe options. -The greenhouse has a motorised shading system to protect crops against excess light levels. - A centre pathway of concrete provides easy [...] for crop cultivation and harvesting activities. - A bio-security entrance room helps maintain hygiene. - A safety rail on the two side gutters, 5m above ground

• Say “Tata!” to Tuta

  September 29, 2023

  tomatoes grown in nice and warm conditions. But this moth is a true nuisance that is also a master of concealment. So, be extra alert if this moth decides [...] moth lives freely in nature, but this moth has also become a pest in heated greenhouses. In a temperate climate, the moth cannot survive outside the greenhouses [...] environment, the bigger the problem. These moths prefer tomatoes but also have a taste for other members of the nightshade family of plants. They can also feed

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

  September 26, 2024

  scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards When it comes to building a successful IPM strategy for macadamia farming, knowledge truly is power. Crop [...] IPM strategy Integrating biological control within an IPM framework ensures a holistic approach to pest management. Key beneficial organisms targeting pests [...] need for chemical pesticides, biological control supports the creation of a healthy natural ecosystem within the orchard. It helps preserve beneficial

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

  August 1, 2022

  and they are a 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 r [...] temperature and food availability. Green Shield is a potent weapon you need to combat stinkbug this season. As a first for macrobial control in South Africa it [...] . One container has 100 adult Trissolcus wasps, normally released at a rate of a 100 wasps/ha. Directions for use : Containers can be left open in the