• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  provide insight are from the perspective of recruitment and training. Elaine van Niekerk is the Managing Director of Mayfly Agri and has been a specialist [...] Student Recruitment and New Business Development of Agricolleges International. When speaking about trends of women working in agriculture, Laurika provides [...] participation of women in commercial agriculture will significantly increase the potential to address food insecurity.” With this insight, it is important to look

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

  September 26, 2024

  sustainable farming practices. The importance of regular scouting Monitoring and scouting involve systematically inspecting the orchard for signs of pest activity [...] activity and the presence of beneficial organisms. The key benefits are: Early detection of pest problems Assessment of biological control efficacy Data-driven [...] the presence and abundance of beneficial insects. Look for indicators of biological control success, such as high numbers of parasitoids or predatory insects

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  are of crucial importance. There's a kind of triangular relationship, and each of the three sides of the triangle must receive the same amount of attention: [...] can be applied from the start of the cultivation. These enrich the microbial composition of the rhizosphere. The consortium of beneficial microbes induces [...] the introduction of natural enemies. Strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies In the case that you do resort to the use of chemicals, make

• The five main benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  January 7, 2024

  control pests The integration of various control methods, such as biological controls, cultural practices, and the judicious use of traditional pesticides, reduces [...] IPM framework not only safeguards the efficacy of control measures but also underscores the importance of a sustainable and adaptable approach to pest control [...] control pests The integration of various control methods, such as biological controls, cultural practices, and the judicious use of traditional pesticides, reduces

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  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 [...] different pests, he sought alternative solutions, leading to the adoption of biological control methods. He has been actively controlling mealybugs with [...] . The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable practices, Balbino and his team have transformed their citrus cultivation methods

• How digital innovation is shaping the future of biocontrol

  July 16, 2026

  surrounded by data. Koppert believes the real value of digital innovation lies in turning that data into practical insights that support faster and more confident [...] built not around technology alone, but around the day-to-day reality of growers in practice. A smarter way to manage IPM Most functionalities within Koppert [...] How digital innovation is shaping the future of biocontrol How Koppert One combines digital innovation and biological expertise to support smarter crop

• A decade of investing in South African soil

  August 24, 2022

  celebrate the 10th anniversary of Koppert South Africa – a decade of helping farmers on the sunny tip of Africa become Partners with Nature. After visiting [...] A decade of investing in South African soil “Adventure!” This is the word that motivated Frank Enthoven, co-founder, and Managing Director, and Ingrid [...] Ingrid Enthoven, co-founder, of Koppert South Africa to bring the best Dutch innovation roots and plant them firmly in South African soil. This year we celebrate

• 6 Reasons to Switch - The Benefits of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  impact on people and the environment. IPM combines the use of natural enemies with minimal use of chemicals. Biological, if possible, chemical if necessary [...] 6 Reasons to Switch - The Benefits of IPM Chemical plant protection was the standard for many years. But these days, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is [...] system that can always be adapted to new circumstances. Here is a summary of the major reasons and benefits for the switch from chemicals to IPM: Many

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage

• The crucial role of ant control in your IPM strategy

  September 26, 2024

  crucial role of ant control in your IPM strategy The impact of ants on fruit orchards can be significant, making ant control an essential component of an Integrated [...] mitigate the impact of ants and enhance the health and productivity of their orchards. Through careful monitoring and a combination of cultural, biological [...] efforts. Disruption of beneficial insects: Predator protection: By defending the pests they farm, ants can hinder the effectiveness of natural predators