• Some Tips for Maize Production in Challenging Times

  March 25, 2019

  Whether this is just a cyclical pattern or the result of climate change is a subject for a separate debate. The delayed onset of rains is already causing [...] of this on their yields. Maize is undoubtedly the primary staple food in Kenya. Any factor that influences maize yields is therefore of key concern to farmers [...] good textured soil is able to supply these nutrients. However, soil pH determines the availability of nutrients in the soil. pH is the level of acidity

• Healthy Soils, Healthy Crops with Koppert’s Comprehensive Soil Health Program

  September 16, 2024

  Health Program is designed to help growers cultivate resilient, disease-resistant crops without heavy reliance on chemicals. The goal is simple: to create [...] Antifungal and Antimicrobial Action NoPath is a powerful Koppert solution based on plant essential oil extracts. It is a blend of natural ingredients that work [...] In today’s agriculture, maintaining healthy soil is more important than ever. Excessive reliance on chemical interventions has in the recent past disrupted

• Nurturing Young Minds: Koppert's Partnership with 4K Clubs in Kenya

  December 6, 2023

  initiative is the harsh reality of climate change, which directly impacts agricultural production in Kenya. Most of the farming in Kenya is carried out [...] concept of sustainable agriculture, our partnership is sowing the seeds for a future where farming is not just a livelihood but a practice that respects [...] A visionary partnership is taking root, one that promises to shape the future of agriculture in Kenya. This year, Koppert Kenya has joined hands with the

• Thrips: A tiny pest with big consequences

  February 9, 2023

  supported by compatible pesticides. Regardless of the approach, what is clear, is that thrips always require a well-considered plan of action for the entire [...] Thrips , specifically western flower thrips ( Frankliniella occidentalis) is currently the most damaging thrips species in many greenhouse crops including [...] ornamental crops. Unlike in the past when thrips occurred seasonally, the pest is increasingly becoming an all-year-round pest. Thrips cause damage to plants

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 9, 2023

  branding, which is characterized by a green, natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’. And though our packaging is new, growers [...] Ready for the future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in Nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture [...] products After introducing our new brand identity in January 2022, Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly present our new product branding. Each

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  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 and bacterial diseases [...] eradicative effects and is safe for humans and the environment. With a wide spectrum anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties, it is used to reduce microbial [...] One major headache that flower growers face is the infection of their crops with two important diseases, Downy mildew and Botrytis . These adversely affect

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  biological pest control . The first, which is referred to as classical, is where a natural enemy of a pest is introduced into the environment to achieve [...] other hand is when a large population of natural enemies is administered for quick pest control in a specific crop. Finally, inoculative is when measures [...] in their produce. This subject is often discussed when addressing export produce destined for markets such as Europe but is seldom addressed when it comes

• Meet Capirel! An effective addition to your arsenal in the fight against thrips!

  October 8, 2025

  thrips . For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing role and performance of chemical crop protection products [...] use Beneficial nematodes offer a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. Capirel is sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or irrigations systems in the

• Tackling the Puzzle of Downy Mildew & Botrytis Management in Roses

  April 2, 2019

  crop and the environment. One such product is NoPath from Koppert, which is based on plant essential oils. It is highly recommended for an integrated crop [...] new crop season, while for the rose grower, seasonality is primarily market-driven. Rainfall is also necessary to replenish the much-required water sources [...] reservoirs. Despite the good fortunes that come with the rains, the season is also characterised by disease epidemics. To most rose growers, Downy mildew

• Tackling Tuta absoluta: Koppert proposes IPM

  April 8, 2016

  management practices in Kenya is necessary. An Integrated Pest Management ( IPM ) strategy that employs a holistic integrated approach is likely to enhance the [...] increasing availability of macro and micronutrients. 2 Secondly, is the NatuGro system is a comprehensive approach which consists of a mix of beneficial [...] this invasive pest - Tuta absoluta commonly known as the Tomato leaf miner is considered a serious threat to tomato production worldwide. Tuta absoluta