• Empowering Mango Farmers in Embu: A Day of Sustainable Solutions

  October 5, 2023

  nal markets must be adaptable to ensure that they still meet the export market standards, and this has clearly brought the need for a collective effort [...] ensure that produce was acceptable for these markets. This included highlighting that there was a Zero tolerance policy for fruit fly in the European and American [...] Mango farming in Embu County, Kenya, has been a viable economic venture for the local community, providing delicious fruits to both local markets and

• At a glance: Allies in the fight against Whitefly

  August 19, 2024

  mites are often used preventively before a pest is known to be present. Many growers use them year-round, like a ‘standing army’ designed to combat the whitefly [...] RollerTrap Application for effective Mass trapping of various flying pests Whitefly infestation can increase at lightning speed in your crop, but there’s [...] Koppert offers several biological solutions that you can use to Combat whiteflies. The following is a brief overview of the key allies in the fight against

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 11, 2018

  As a rule of thumb, a good sticky trap should maintain its original shape and trapping capacity in all weather conditions and serve its purpose for a long [...] you know for sure what pests are in your greenhouse and you can take appropriate measures. By maintaining yearly trap sampling records, growers can get an [...] an indication of when a pest typically starts to invade the greenhouse and when peaks in its activity can be expected. Horiver traps do not lose the adhesive

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 years ago, organic farming was miles ahead in terms of su [...] biological crop protection Koen advocates for a cautious approach, carefully examining effectiveness when it comes to applying crop protection . He emphasizes that [...] was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This

• Koppert Kenya partners with Karura Forest for biological control in the urban forest

  October 11, 2018

  would otherwise be. Trichoderma harzianum has been found to be most effective in inhibiting the growth of fungal diseases. The fungus can protect the trees [...] nurseries in Karura Forest with Trianum as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Trianum is a beneficial fungi based on the Trichoderma harzianum [...] management of our forests. Biological control is an important tool that should be applied in protecting forest trees and especially tree seedlings. Biological control

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  June 23, 2025

  pathogens (e.g., bacteria or fungi). Biological control agents are a proven strategy for managing target species, decreasing reliance on pesticides, and improving [...] costs Applying chemical pesticides often requires substantial labour, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and application. This process can be both [...] this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory bug in combination with the banker plant Lobularia. Trials have shown that a preventative approach

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  its mission as a producer company, to improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is [...] sustainable agricultural practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and [...] managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience

• Nopath

  Application Nopath can be applied via drench or drip at the base of the plant around the roots or sprayed on the plant canopy. Do not apply Nopath with fogging [...] Application via spraying: Spray as a full canopy spray using standard spraying equipment with high pressure. Use a fine nozzle of less than 300 microns for best [...] always be adjusted to the particular conditions Apply 0.1-0.5 litre/100 litre water Always check the product label for more information Consult a Koppert

• Top diseases in roses - Powdery Mildew

  February 17, 2023

  Just like humans, a rose crop can also be felled by numerous diseases. Which ones strike depends heavily on the circumstances. But every grower must have [...] seriously damaged leaves turn yellow and fall off. A serious mildew infestation can have dire consequences for production. It's essential to take action as soon [...] contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia, don’t need nutrients or water for germination. In general

• Trianum-P

  Application Trianum-P can be applied via drench, drip-irrigation systems or by spraying onto the growing medium at the time of sowing. Apply Trianum-P as early [...] early as possible to the crop for optimal effect. Application via drench or spray: Trianum-P can be applied with any spraying or drenching equipment After [...] Crops Trianum-P can be used in most crops. Mode of action The mode of action of Trianum-P is based on the following mechanisms: Competition for space Trianum-P