• A decade of investing in South African soil

  August 24, 2022

  represents is clear: “I really like the people we get to work with in agriculture and horticulture – they are the salt of the earth. Also, it is great to [...] A decade of investing in South African soil “Adventure!” This is the word that motivated Frank Enthoven, co-founder, and Managing Director, and Ingrid [...] better place to now employing 20 staff and growing strong, Koppert South Africa is on a mission to help South African agriculture and horticulture be healthier

• On the farm with our fly control enthusiasts

  May 19, 2022

  It is also important to us to help clients in putting out biological products to ensure the correct application and optimum control. Our motto is – Don’t [...] enthusiasts When it comes to biological control, the proof of the pudding is often in the passion of our agents and testimonies of satisfied clients. We [...] end of April. “ The team emphasises correct product use: “The key to success is to put out Biopar every 14 days and Macro-Mite at least 4 times per summer

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

  August 1, 2022

  Green Shield ( Trissolcus basalis ) is the game changer you have been waiting for. These powerful biological agents are very strong flyers which results [...] and 20 days, depending on temperature and food availability. Green Shield is a potent weapon you need to combat stinkbug this season. As a first for macrobial [...] ) • Coconut Bug ( Pseudotheraptus wayi ) How it works : Trissolcus basalis is a parasitic wasp that targets the eggs of various stinkbug species. The adult

• The crucial role of ant control in your IPM strategy

  September 26, 2024

  to fruit trees, play a complex role in orchard pest dynamics. Their control is crucial for several reasons: Facilitators of other pests: Honeydew production: [...] strategy Cultural controls Sanitation: Maintaining cleanliness around the orchard is crucial. Fallen fruit, leaf litter, and other organic matter can attract ants [...] less favourable for ant nesting and pest proliferation. Effective ant control is a vital part of managing a successful fruit orchard. By understanding the

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  - Drain water is recycled, but first disinfected by UVC radiation using a Ridder Vitalite system. - Rainwater is harvested and storage is installed for [...] litres. - The pump room is part of the greenhouse and covered in double walled polycarbonate instead of greenhouse film. - Fertigation is the responsibility

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  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 [...] rely on technology and innovation to grow and become more sustainable. There is a shortage of well qualified scientific minds within the industry.” Elaine [...] Cecilia said, equip yourself with the right skills and training. Laurika du Bois is just the person to talk to when it comes to skills and training. Having grown

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armoured scale

  October 25, 2023

  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 include citrus, [...] packaging from a plastic bottle to a more sustainable cardboard tube which is more suitable for agriculture.’ Why use Rhyzobug? It reduces the number of

• Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species

  March 29, 2022

  as a result – we must just discover it! Entering 2022, Koppert South Africa is not only celebrating a decade of investing in the health, safety, and productivity [...] introduce the newest member of our team. Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius lophanthae ) is a classic biological control agent which preys on most armoured scale species

• Rhyzobug Brochure

  Small scales are consumed entirely. 09-2023 In larger scales, feeding damage is visible as irregular holes in the scale cover.

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

  February 22, 2024

  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