• Managing Caterpillar infestations in your greenhouse

  October 11, 2018

  In recent times, growers have experienced sustained infestation of their crop by caterpillars of various species. This has led to significant losses to [...] y, they have biting mouthparts, and a large number of them are important crop pests. Butterflies are usually more noticeable since most of them fly by [...] larvae. Caterpillars are a major constraint to food, fiber and horticultural crop production systems. Depending on the species, they chew irregular holes in

• Protect your plants from Thrips with Horiver-TR®

  October 11, 2018

  flower grower as the presence of thrips in the crop. Thrips are still a major pest in a many greenhouse crops in Kenya. Thrips damage plants by sucking out [...] leaf miners and aphids . Depending on how many pests you need to monitor, crop susceptibility and the need to detect thrips population while they are still

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  increase crop tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, heat, and cold. This resilience contributes to the overall adaptability of crops to challenging [...] micro-organisms to the soil environment, our solutions increase root biomass in crops, fortifying the carbon content of soils and ultimately contributing to a

• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  We are dedicated to helping growers support, protect and strengthen their crops with an integrated system of natural solutions. That's why we included several [...] the products and methods they need to use to achieve the best results in crop protection . Barcodes Barcodes have been added to all packaging, enabling

• Some Tips for Maize Production in Challenging Times

  March 25, 2019

  in the soil. pH is the level of acidity 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 [...] secondary nutrients such as calcium and magnesium among others are critical for crop physiological functions. Soil testing helps establish the available nutrients [...] improves nutrient and water use efficiency, resulting in a healthy resilient crop able to achieve higher yields. In addition, the correct sowing depth will

• Partners with Nature

  October 11, 2018

  system of specialist knowledge and natural, safe solutions that improves crop health, resilience and production. You can watch the Koppert Mission Movie [...] In cultivation, vital and resilient ecosystems form the basis for healthy crops. A healthy plant has a better defence system against pests and diseases,

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

  October 5, 2023

  was dealing with pests like fruit flies . These pests devastate the mango crops through quality degradation, leading to significant economic losses. At the [...] Koppert Pherodis pheromones and traps that enable farmers to protect their crops sustainably. Combatting Diseases : Mango trees are susceptible to diseases

• At a glance: Allies in the fight against Whitefly

  August 19, 2024

  flying pests Whitefly infestation can increase at lightning speed in your crop, but there’s no need to worry! Biological control is at the rescue. Koppert

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

  October 12, 2018

  The inaugural Biocontrol Africa and the 16 th NewAG conference and exhibition kicked off in Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya in week 12. The Biocontrol conference took place on the 19 th and 20 th M

• The Silent Threat to Kenya’s Avocado Industry: How Koppert is Leading the Fight Against Persea Mite (Oligonychus perseae).

  March 27, 2025

  Protecting farmers’ livelihoods by securing high-yielding, export-ready avocado crops. ✔ Preserving biodiversity by safeguarding beneficial insects essential for [...] proven solutions, farmers now have hope & a sustainable way to protect their crops against this pest. Koppert is commited to working with avocado growers to