• Biological Pest Control

  or parasitoids, to control invasive pest species. This method is typically used when a new pest species poses a significant threat to agriculture or ecosystems [...] referred to as biocontrol, is a method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain [...] but also minimizes the risk of pesticide resistance, making it a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers

• Koppert Kenya present at International Flower Trade Exhibition (IFTEX) 2016 in Nairobi

  May 18, 2016

  specialized international cut flower trade exhibitions. It has therefore earned its position as a must-attend event for key global players in the cut-flower [...] indeed look forward to hosting growers at our stand B5.08 . This year we are extending our specialist know-how and consultancy services to growers who will [...] will be held in Nairobi-Kenya from Wednesday the 8th to Friday the 10th of June 2016. According to the event organizer -HPP, the exhibition has now reached

• Koppert Invests in Latia Training Centre!

  September 25, 2018

  Koppert takes pride in being a “knowledge company”. Our strength stems from the ability to turn knowledge into practical applications that offer solutions [...] solutions to prevailing challenges in agriculture. Sharing this knowledge through as many avenues, and to as wide an audience as possible, is therefore a key [...] Latia Resource Centre (LRC), a social enterprise established in 2008 to provide training and business support services to farmers, pastoralists and ag

• Introducing NoPath for the Management of Diseases

  April 26, 2018

  reduced sensitivity to Downy mildew, while Botrytis noticeably reduced in these greenhouses. Prior to NoPath, it was very tricky to control Botrytis and [...] The series of events were intended to officially introduce NoPath, a new product based on plant essential oils. It is used for the management of fungal [...] thus guaranteeing safety to users and the environment. He assured the attendees that if well used, NoPath has the potential to be a central part of disease

• Tackling Tuta absoluta: Koppert proposes IPM

  April 8, 2016

  considered a serious threat to tomato production worldwide. Tuta absoluta can destroy an entire tomato farm, whether in the open field or in a greenhouse [...] project meant to tackle the two greatest threats to tomato farming -Tuta absoluta and Fusarium wilt -Nematode complex. This is in a bid to salvage an industry [...] reported in Brazil, Chile and Argentina. To avoid a similar predicament, a shift in current pest management practices in Kenya is necessary. An Integrated

• Plant Disease Management

  short, it's crucial to have effective treatment strategies at your disposal. Biofungicides Biofungicides offer a natural and eco-friendly solution to control [...] increasing pressure to adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent [...] ornamental plants. For successful biological disease control, it's vital to understand how host plants and pathogens interact closely. This knowledge forms

• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  specific batch of a product. A QR code helps navigate directly to the specific product webpage for full product information. Icons In addition to the existing [...] demonstrate the required storage conditions, a recycling icon was added to the design. This icon shows how to safely recycle our packaging, supporting s [...] product branding is more than a refresh. We've developed a recognisable look-and-feel across the entire product portfolio. It reflects our connectivity with

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  appear, it may be necessary to reintroduce predatory mites. Life cycle of Phytoseiulus persimilis The adult mites are orange-red with eight long legs and [...] are 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 [...] used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967. It is a specialist predator of spider mites and can control spider mite infestations

• Integrated Pest Management

  often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to manage pests effectively [...] g pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasizes

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  strives to increase their output in terms of volume and quality. Indeed, a flower is not just a flower, but different market aspects determine its quality [...] size and vase life are some of the aspects to name but a few. Pests and diseases still pose a great threat to crops. Several approaches are currently in [...] efforts to optimize either of the above benefits. For example, some growers use Trianum to get higher production numbers, while others use it to get longer