• Biological seed treatment

  exposure of growers to chemicals and lessens their impact on the environment. The potential exposure of the soil to agrochemicals is also limited in this way [...] applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed [...] by minimizing crop loss. Koppert’s biological seed treatment products can be divided into crop protection products (Cerall, Cedomon, Cedress), which have

• Green peach aphid

  sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the [...] start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual, the aphids lay eggs that overwinter. In greenhouses reproduction also takes place [...] of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early enough in the season,

• Koppert participates in the 2023 GLOBAL G.A.P. Tour stop event in Kenya

  March 29, 2023

  stakeholders a platform to understand why it is crucial to get certification in a bid to access vital markets. The event also aimed at encouraging safe [...] increasing opportunities for Kenyan produce to reach untapped regional and international marketplaces. They also focused on issues currently affecting the [...] latest Koppert technologies and biological solutions that are today being used by growers to achieve the highest food safety demands in the market. Among the

• Tobacco whitefly

  different developmental stages can be found together. When shaking infested plants, adults will first fly, then return to the underside of the leaves. The [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty [...] General The tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ) belongs to the family Aleyrodidae , and the sub-family Aleyrodinae . This insect was first identified on

• Koppert Kenya proud supporter of Rhino Charge 2016

  September 6, 2016

  edition lived up to its reputation -to be an exciting test of mettle. Founded in 1989, the annual off-road motorsport competition seeks to mobilize motorsport [...] incredible USD 1.4 million towards the same. We were delighted to support this inspiring team and to be part of such a significant event that champions environmental [...] motorsport enthusiasts to raise funds to support the conservation efforts of Rhino Ark- a Kenyan charitable trust. The organization is engaged in various crucial

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  crop tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, heat, and cold. This resilience contributes to the overall adaptability of crops to challenging en [...] ecosystems, and the overall well-being of humanity. Recognizing their invaluable roles, we must take proactive measures to safeguard these precious resources [...] isms to the soil environment, our solutions increase root biomass in crops, fortifying the carbon content of soils and ultimately contributing to a more