• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region. That was when they learned about Koppert's [...] maintained a close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number [...] because a law is coming that will limit the use of many molecules and insecticides. Together with Koppert, Don Sánchez Fresh has managed to implement a successful

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  have been told it was near impossible? After years of research, Koppert has managed to develop a new formulation for better control of a number of vital [...] co-developed this product with a partner in our business. They will also supply this formulation of Phytoseiulus persimilis. Is this a different Phytoseiulus species [...] red-orange colour. This takes 1-2 days. 2 2. Application Why does it have a different colour than the Spidex I’m used to? During production of Spidex Vital

• 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 [...] capable of successfully applying these products on such a vast scale, which meant that it was unaffordable. Today things are different and it’s much easier

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  August 31, 2026

  Ulti-Mite represents a significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops [...] breeding sachets function like a continuous engine, allowing predatory mites to reproduce within the sachet and gradually emerge over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture [...] applied outdoors. Swirski Ulti-Mite : A secure choice Our first natural enemy utilizing the Ulti-Mite sachet was Amblyseius swirskii , branded as Swirski

• Happy Women’s Day!

  August 8, 2022

  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 [...] space is a lot bigger than you can imagine. Do proper research and find an area that you have a passion for. Love what you do, and you’ll never work a day in

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  predatory mite was the first biological control agent used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967. It is a specialist predator [...] usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony. They are approximately twice the size of spider mite eggs and a transparent light pink when freshly [...] Releases should be repeated once or twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

• Tobacco thrips

  known as tobacco thrips, is a notorious pest that causes extensive damage to a wide range of plants. Recognizing the symptoms of a Thrips parvispinus infestation [...] environments. This insect poses a significant threat to a variety of cultivated plants, including ornamentals and sweet peppers. With a short life cycle and high [...] several African nations. In Europe, Thrips parvispinus was first detected in Greece in 1998 as a pest on ornamental crops, later appearing in Spain in 2017

• 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 [...] to a few women that are passionate about agriculture and helping other women to find their feet within this space. One of the insights we loved was something [...] 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

• Laeveld_Agrochem_GROEI_20_-_Winter_2022.pdf

  referred to below (April 2022), a mineral leaf sample was taken in a fully producing macadamia orchard and a carbohydrate sample was taken on that exact GPS point [...] Phosphorus is a vital component of ATP, the “energy unit” of plants and a deficiency will limit plant productivity. A deficiency will have a direct influence [...] plants: A review. Environmental Pollution. 2007, 147, 422–428. 7. Meena, V.D.; Dotaniya, M.L.; Coumar, V.; Rajendiran, S.; Kundu, A.S.; Rao, A.S. A case for

• General Conditions Koppert

  which the damage relates, in case of a shortcoming attributable to Koppert, other than as a result of exceeding a delivery term. This choice will be at [...] provided this confirmation is signed by a person who is authorized to enter into the agreement; b. by the reaching of a written consensus on an order form [...] obliged to compensate Koppert in full for the losses Koppert suffers as a result of a fall in the exchange rate of the currency in which payment is made as