• Turf and grass

  pitches and football fields, turf provides the perfect base for a wide variety of sporting grounds around the world. It is also prized as a ground cover

• Faba bean

  for the Vicia faba , a flowering plant and species belonging to the vetch and pea family Fabaceae . The name ‘broad bean’ is commonly used in the United [...] cultivated for consumption. The Vicia faba grows some 0.5–1.8 m tall and is a firm plant with sturdy stems of a square cross-section. The broad beans are broad

• General Conditions Koppert

  damage as a result of loss of harvest, crop damage and/or damage due to deterioration of the structure of the soil. The payments of damages claimed shall [...] within 14 days of delivery of the Services or Advice concerned. Failure to do so will result in the Buyer’s right to invoke the failure of the Services and/or [...] Pollinators and/or Products at the place of destination designated by the Buyer or upon the Buyer’s collection of the Natural Enemies, Pollinators and/or

• Koppert Present at Biocontrol Africa and NewAG International Conference 2018, Nairobi

  April 26, 2018

  ended the session with a call for all present to partner with Koppert in its endeavours. The highlight of the dinner event, was the signing of the CABI [...] seed dressing of cereals -the case of Panoramix in East Africa. This presentation was given by Charles Macharia. On the sidelines of the conference, Koppert [...] event was to expound on the subject of Scaling. Jan Ubels of SNV, an expert on the subject gave a talk on the topic. Peter Maes, the corporate marketing director

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  Nyaga of Marp Farm. “I only made 2 sprays of insecticide over the entire 9 months period of the crop”, she says proudly. “I continued harvesting the crop [...] growing of crops on small farms and often entails the use of greenhouses or small tunnels. Crop protection activities are an important part of the production [...] -Kiambu County. The crops grown by the said farmers were tomato and capsicum (sweet pepper) respectively. The program entailed the use of biological solutions

• Excellent Results with Trianum in Onions

  September 6, 2016

  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

• 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

• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  June 24, 2016

  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.

• Managing Caterpillar infestations in your greenhouse

  June 24, 2016

  voracious feeders and can severely retard the growth of young plants or reduce the aesthetic value of produce in case of cut flowers and fruits. Management a [...] identify the species and ensure timely intervention. We recommend, that you set up the traps at a rate of 10 delta traps per hectare where the adults are [...] capture many male adults. This slows down the growth of the population. Deploy 20 to 40 traps per hectare inside the greenhouse, depending on pest pressure

• Looking for industry training? Koppert Kenya receives NITA certification

  April 5, 2016

  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