• Koppert Celebrates Golden Jubilee

  October 11, 2018

  presented two of Koppert’s directors, Paul Koppert and Henri Oosthoek, the royal decoration of Officer in the Order of Oranje-Nassau. The royal decoration [...] with the deployment of predatory mites against a spider mite infestation. It proved to be a successful solution that led to the foundation of the company [...] spread across all continents of the world. The company now boasts of 27 subsidiaries and over 1300 dedicated employees. To mark the Golden Jubilee this year

• Excellent Results with Trianum in Onions

  October 11, 2018

  very pleased with the performance of the crop and attributes it to better feeding of the due to the improved root system and lack of stress from soil pathogens [...] average of 350kg per 50 meter bed compared to the previous average of 150Kg before application of Trianum. With such clear benefits of the product, the farm [...] Five days after transplanting, the company drenched Trianum at the rate of 1kg per Acre in each of the blocks transplanted. The onion crop continued to show

• Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals

  December 6, 2018

  Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals November marks the end of the 2018 cereals’ growing season for maize and wheat crops. There was something [...] across Kenya adopted the use of a new and innovative seed dressing product -Panoramix. With the two crops being major staple foods in the country, many farmers [...] September 2017, the company launched Panoramix to the Kenyan market at a colourful event in Eldoret. The product is based on a consortium of beneficial m

• Koppert Kenya proud supporter of Rhino Charge 2016

  October 11, 2018

  has earned the legacy of being the toughest off-road contest on the continent and probably beyond. The allure of this grueling event attracts entrants from [...] were it not for the fact that the terrain is extremely rough and challenging. The team that reaches the most number of checkpoints in the shortest distance [...] all over the world and winning the Rhino Charge is an enviable feat. In pursuit of this goal, Eddy Verbeek of Florensis Kenya Ltd (a client of Koppert)

• Some Tips for Maize Production in Challenging Times

  March 25, 2019

  determines the availability of nutrients in the soil. pH is the level of acidity or alkalinity of the soil. Maize crops grow best at a soil pH of between [...] to use the 4R principles, which are the four ‘rights’ of fertilizer management i.e. apply the right source of nutrient at the right rate, at the right time [...] The Kenya Meteorological Department has predicted that the current dry and hot conditions in the country will continue to prevail. As a result, the long

• Stakeholder workshop to review sustainable pest management in tomatoes

  October 11, 2018

  discussion on the goal, objectives and activities of the project before implementation. The first year of this project is complete. The objectives for [...] packages for management of the target pests. So far, the project has successfully completed the baseline survey and the first season of on-farm trials to d [...] (ARF). Tomato is the second most important vegetable crop in terms of production and value. However, for the past few years farmers of this crop have been

• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  October 11, 2018

  watchful eye of experienced trainers and coaches. However, over the years, the Centre has spread its reach to involve the children and youth in the local community [...] Kotut has been urging us to be part of it for a long time. He truly believes in the talent of the children at the Centre. We are therefore glad to join [...] further support this project:” The Tournament did not only involve the children from the centre, but also the staff of Koppert Kenya and Ravine Roses.

• Looking for industry training? Koppert Kenya receives NITA certification

  October 11, 2018

  established under the Industrial Training (Amendment) Act of 2011. It’s mandate is to promote the highest standards in the quality and efficiency of industrial [...] improve capacity building and the delivery of quality services. On June 9th 2015, Kenya celebrated the 8th anniversary of World Accreditation Day, a global [...] Management and Crop Protection . Our wide range of training courses will ensure you stay ahead of the rest in the sector. By pursuing and achieving accreditation

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 11, 2018

  sticky traps efficiently, it is important to choose the brand of cards with the shade of colour that the thrips are most attracted to. Horiver offers top [...] Wetstick One of the most common and destructive pests in greenhouse growing of ornamentals , particularly roses, is thrips . Prevention is possibly the best way [...] traps in the market are identical. Effective thrips control starts with careful selection of sticky traps of impeccable quality. As a rule of thumb, a

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  much of each petal. These two destructive diseases can cause massive losses in the production of roses, if not properly managed. At the beginning of 2018 [...] well on the Kenyan scene. Current use has demonstrated good control of downy mildew on roses, chives and basil. The product is also effective in the control [...] with consistent and timely application of NoPath, we are assured of acceptable level of control of Downy mildew and Botrytis in our rose crop. In addition