• Celebrating our 10th Anniversary!

  October 16, 2016

  pollination systems and integrated pest management for protected and high-value crops, by being a reliable provider of innovative, effective and top-quality [...] growers and help them improve their crop protection systems. Our guiding mission at the time was: “to be the most preferred partner in developing and marketing [...] of thrips and whitefly . Since then, the product range has grown to include numerous microbial, microbial, associated products, botanicals and seed-dressing

• Koppert Celebrates Golden Jubilee

  November 28, 2016

  event and officially opened the Experience Center; that will display Koppert’s history, mission and vision, the current holistic approach to crops and the [...] the success of our growers and our commitment is to keep introducing new sustainable solutions to combat pests and diseases and support resilient cultivation [...] the R&D and production processes of our microbial and macrobial products. In an exciting staff evening party on the 15 th of September, the King through

• Koppert Kenya launches Panoramix

  September 28, 2017

  comprising of the medium and large-scale farmers, input distributors, officials from both private and public institutions, central and county governments, research [...] institutions and seed companies. The event was intended to introduce our unique and innovative seed dressing product for use in cereals such as maize and wheat [...] been proven to increase crop resilience, improve yield and quality of cereal produce such as maize and wheat, thereby increasing farmer income. We believe

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

  April 2, 2019

  disease development, is the most reliable and sustainable approach. Advancement in knowledge of plant chemistry and plant interaction with the environment [...] led to formulation of innovative products that are effective and safe to both the crop and the environment. One such product is NoPath from Koppert, which [...] necessary to replenish the much-required water sources like rivers, lakes and other reservoirs. Despite the good fortunes that come with the rains, the

• Looking for industry training? Koppert Kenya receives NITA certification

  April 5, 2016

  support continuous improvement and that it provides objective proof that the service operates competently and safely and that outcomes can be relied upon [...] is to promote the highest standards in the quality and efficiency of industrial training in Kenya and ensure adequate supply of properly trained manpower [...] to offer growers interested in boosting their skills and capacity in Integrated Pest Management and Crop Protection . Our wide range of training courses

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  feeding, crop protection and general agronomic practices. Every flower grower strives to increase their output in terms of volume and quality. Indeed, a flower [...] determine its quality. Stem length, 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 [...] pests and diseases. Integrated pest management is a concept that combines several approaches such as cultural, physical, biological control, and finally

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 16, 2016

  good sticky trap should maintain its original shape and trapping capacity in all weather conditions and serve its purpose for a long duration of time. Scientific [...] because, most insects including thrips, have the ability to detect and respond to UV light and colours using receptors. Western flower thrips in particular has [...] attracted insects land on the card and are stuck fast, letting you know for sure what pests are in your greenhouse and you can take appropriate measures

• At a glance: Allies in the fight against Whitefly

  August 20, 2024

  to control a variety of pests including spider mites , thrips , whitefly and fungus gnats. Some predatory mite species are specialized on particular pest [...] target pests, predatory mites feed on them by piercing their prey's body and extracting their bodily fluids, causing their death. As predatory mites feed [...] designed to combat the whitefly . Predatory mites survive by eating other pests and pollen. a) Amblyseius swirskii - Mode of Action

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  thrips and whitefly in the crop. This was done alongside other useful tools such as pheromone traps ( Pherodis -Tuta and Tutasan water traps ) and sticky [...] management of plant pests and diseases using other organisms. The concept relies on an active human management role to achieve this and is an important component [...] such as is the case with Nairobi and its environs. This typically involves intensive growing of crops on small farms and often entails the use of greenhouses

• Why Panoramix is Best for Your Seeds

  February 8, 2019

  makes it easy to apply and guarantees a uniform dressing. Panoramix delivers the following benefits : It improves crop vigour and makes the crop more resilient [...] boosts the plant’s resistance to insufficient moisture and other types of abiotic stress It strengthens and improves the root system It increases yield (an average [...] for people, plants and the environment The application procedure is as directed below : Shake the product for about one minute and measure the right quantity