• Rainy Woes – Conquering Downy Mildew and Botrytis Naturally

  November 3, 2023

  patches on the leaves. The leaves later turn yellow and fall off. On the underside of the leaves, you often see a greyish mould. This disease thrives on a [...] grower can deduce their occurrence based on the prevailing weather conditions and climate inside the greenhouse. This is primarily because the development [...] Botrytis: Botrytis is also called ‘grey mould’. This name indicates exactly what the fungus looks like grey powder on leaves, flowers, fruit, or the stem. The

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 5, 2019

  diseases using other organisms. The concept relies on an active human management role to achieve this and is an important component of integrated pest [...] such as is the case with Nairobi and its environs. This typically involves intensive growing of crops on small farms and often entails the use of greenhouses [...] farmer, feel free to contact Koppert for more details on how to implement such an IPM program on your farm. If you’re a retailer or a consumer, be sure

• Tutasan

  quantity of vegetable oil or liquid soap to the water Application Place the traps on the soil or substrate Maintain a distance of 15-20 metre between traps A

• The five main benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  January 28, 2025

  pest scenarios enables the customization of strategies based on specific conditions. This flexibility enhances economic efficiency by tailoring pest management [...] development and unfavourable for pests and diseases. It places a strong emphasis on preventing pest issues before they become significant problems and results [...] more efficient long-term approach to pest management. There are many benefits on implementing IPM into your crop strategy, from economic efficiency to reduced

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  practice. Downy mildew manifests itself on the leaves in yellow, green or white patches on the upper surfaces. On the undersides, these areas are covered [...] well as crops growing on vines such as cucumbers, grapes and passion fruit. Botrytis , or gray mould as it is commonly known, on the other hand, generally [...] Koppert launched and introduced NoPath to the Kenyan market. This is a product based on essential plant oils that is used for the management of fungal

• Natutec Airbug

  (depending on product/carrier material). Application Select the required dosing pot Adjust the size of the holes to the required dosage based on the information [...] natural enemies. The airflow from the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of this material up to a distance of 2-3 metres from the Airbug. Product components [...] information provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Connect the tube to the

• Green peach aphid

  crop and its fruit sticky. Black fungal moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) grow on this honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them unsuitable [...] young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual, the aphids lay eggs [...] yellow-green to green or even reddish abdomen. They have a dark brown spot on the abdomen and several transverse black bands across the body. Nymphs that

• Koppert Present at Biocontrol Africa and NewAG International Conference 2018, Nairobi

  October 12, 2018

  presentation on biological seed dressing of cereals -the case of Panoramix in East Africa. This presentation was given by Charles Macharia. On the sidelines [...] African-themed event was to expound on the subject of Scaling. Jan Ubels of SNV, an expert on the subject gave a talk on the topic. Peter Maes, the corporate [...] Biocontrol conference took place on the 19 th and 20 th March, attracting close to 300 delegates from Africa and beyond. This included representation from

• Equinox Farm Takes Soil Health Management To the Next Level With NatuGro Program

  January 8, 2026

  from stress. This resilience allowed the crop to maintain optimal performance even in older age brackets. The NatuGro system was rolled out on the entire [...] strong reputation for consistency, quality, and innovation. At the heart of this farm’s progress is Harrison Ndegwa Kirimi, the Crop Technical Manager, who [...] the agronomy team, but for the entire management,” Harrison explains, and this was where the partnership with Koppert deepened. Introducing NatuGro: A Holistic

• Boost Soil Health Naturally: Inside the Koppert Soil Health Program

  June 16, 2025

  focuses on restoring microbial balance in the soil and enhancing crop vigor using 100% natural, scientifically proven biological solutions. This program [...] of microbial cell permeability which permits loss of water. This has a drying effect on the pathogen, among other modes of action. NoPath is not prone [...] negative effects on the beneficial fungi. 2. Trianum: Root zone protection with Trichoderma harzianum T-22. Trianum is a bio-fungicide based on the unique hybrid