• Tackling Tuta absoluta: Koppert proposes IPM

  April 8, 2016

  extreme losses in the last two years after a devastating pest infested and destroyed their precious crop. Measuring a mere 7mm, this invasive pest - Tuta absoluta [...] 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 [...] pesticides have been reported in Brazil, Chile and Argentina. To avoid a similar predicament, a shift in current pest management practices in Kenya is necessary

• Koppert Celebrates Golden Jubilee

  November 28, 2016

  predatory mites against a spider mite infestation. It proved to be a successful solution that led to the foundation of the company. A continuous growth has [...] from pioneer to a global market leader in biological crop protection solutions. From the humble beginnings of a brand that started in a family greenhouse [...] other grower experienced a great deal of setbacks with pests in his crop. Together with his son, Peter, he set out to find a natural solution to protect

• Koppert Kenya proud supporter of Rhino Charge 2016

  September 6, 2016

  Diesbecq and Don White. In 2016, Car No. 1 was a heavily modified Range Rover with a Mercedes Unimog axles; essentially a massive, muscled-up ride that could [...] goal, Eddy Verbeek of Florensis Kenya Ltd (a client of Koppert), regularly participates as a member of Car No. 1. This was the team’s 11th Charge so far. [...] uncommon sight. Rhino Charge 2016 was a watershed moment for Car No. 1 Team. The team approached this year’s challenge with a “take no chances” approach. Despite

• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  June 24, 2016

  program was born out of the need to give the youth a chance to showcase and nurture their talent in a fun environment with proper structures and training [...] At Koppert Kenya, we believe in making a difference through collaboration and partnership to support the well-being of our communities and environment [...] . On April 15th 2016, we collaborated with Ravine Soccer Centre to host a sporting tournament to highlight how hard work, determination and teamwork can

• Partners with Nature

  April 5, 2016

  the basis for healthy crops. A healthy plant has a better defence system against pests and diseases, this can translate to a dramatic reduction in the use [...] now provides a holistic approach that we offer to our clients today. It starts with the soil where all cultivation begins and ends with a residue-free [...] allow us to do great things and in the process sustain a happy population and planet. By means of a holistic approach -combining knowledge, advice, and solutions

• Koppert Kenya lightens up IFTEX 2016

  June 27, 2016

  ‘Partners with Nature’ in line with our mission. Our stand provided a great visual experience with a full wall screen showing educative and lively videos that [...] visitors as they learnt more about our solutions. A couple of growers were impressed that they could have a detailed view of the ‘secret’ lives of pests such [...] offer specialist advice in sustainable crop protection in a warm and welcoming environment. A lot of our visitors expressed great feedback on the quality

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  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. Stem [...] head 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 [...] of tools for biological control. Trianum, is one such example of a product based on a beneficial fungus -the unique T-22 hybrid strain of Trichoderma harzianum

• Some Tips for Maize Production in Challenging Times

  March 25, 2019

  or alkalinity of the soil. Maize crops grow best at a soil pH of between 5.5 and 7.3, with pH 6.0–6.5 being optimal. In this range, nitrogen, potassium, [...] certified seeds are as a standard practice dressed with a fungicide and an insecticide to prevent diseases and insects respectively. A novel and growing practice [...] to prevail. As a result, the long rains growing season that usually starts in March and ends in May will be delayed. Whether this is just a cyclical pattern

• Managing Caterpillar infestations in your greenhouse

  June 24, 2016

  with other insect pests.This has become a growing concern among growers especially in the flower industry, hence a need to highlight some of its management [...] Caterpillars are the larval stage of a butterfly or moth. Characteristically, they have biting mouthparts, and a large number of them are important crop [...] that you set up the traps at a rate of 10 delta traps per hectare where the adults are expected to be. Check the traps on a weekly basis and change pheromone

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  is where a natural enemy of a pest is introduced into the environment to achieve area-wide control. Inductive control on the other hand is when a large [...] environment, resulting in a stronger, healthier and more resilient crop. Overall the program was a big success with the farmers recording a clean healthy crop [...] you’re a 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