• How Koppert Kenya is Empowering Small-holder Farmers Through Biological Innovation

  May 12, 2026

  soil health to rising input costs and pest resistance linked to conventional chemical use. In response to these challenges, Koppert Kenya, in partnership [...] farmers, who account for over 70% of the sector and predominantly practice open-field farming, this initiative is grounded in a simple yet key observation: [...] barriers by shifting from theory-based learning to experiential, field-driven engagement . A Partnership for Practical Impact Through this collaboration,

• Meet Capirel! An effective addition to your arsenal in the fight against thrips!

  October 8, 2025

  systems in the same way that conventional pesticides are introduced, making them easy to use. In this way, they can replace conventional pesticides in many [...] used to control pests in an extensive range of crops. Our product Capirel contains the beneficial nematode Steinernema feltiae , widely used for the control [...] nematodes have mixed characteristics of being able to ambush and cruise to strike prevalent pests in the crop. Cruising nematodes are triggered by volatile

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  some of the aspects to name but a few. Pests and diseases still pose a great threat to crops. Several approaches are currently in use in management of pests [...] practices. Every flower grower strives to increase their output in terms of volume and quality. Indeed, a flower is not just a flower, but different market aspects [...] efforts to optimize either of the above benefits. For example, some growers use Trianum to get higher production numbers, while others use it to get longer

• Beneficial nematodes for biological pest control

  January 16, 2025

  insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Beneficial [...] bacteriophora for this purpose. They are selectively applied to combat a wide range of pests. ENTONEM ( Steinernema feltiae ) is used to combat thrips [...] full of life! Free of residue and ready for a 100% sustainable future in agriculture. PartnersWithNature Contact us to help you develop tailor-made pest control

• Excellent Results with Trianum in Onions

  September 6, 2016

  sowing the seeds in the nursery. This soon resulted in a stronger and more uniform crop in the nursery. Peter was keen to start early in order to give the beneficial [...] has the potential to be a highly profitable venture. Unfortunately, many farmers are yet to realize this. According to a local expert, a farmer who practices [...] founded in 2015 and mainly grows bulb onions. It is strategically located in Kitengela (in the outskirts of Nairobi) which is a prime market for fresh

• How Trianum Helps Rose Growers Defeat Crown Gall and Maximize Crop Performance

  May 7, 2025

  TRIANUM completely disperses in water to give a uniform suspension. TRIANUM should be applied by drenching to root zone in any of the following ways: Drip [...] conditions. Trichoderma harzianum T-22 grows in a wide temperature range (10-34°C), at a pH between 4 and 8, in many types of growing media. Effect on Nutrition [...] plant is seen in a vigorously growing crop that can support more yields and better quality. It is for this reason that growers who use TRIANUM in their rose

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  three-hectare farm in Pijnacker, the Netherlands, the predatory mite has always been a reliable beneficial. ‘I use it to combat spider mite in combination with [...] right down to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells [...] cause real problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  them to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U.S. market, one of the most important and demanding at a global level. Looking for a reliable [...] acquired knowledge and skills to be able to identify pests such as whitefly , red spider mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the beneficial [...] range of possibilities they had to establish in our crop. After doing the relevant studies and tests, they recommended us to use the products that have worked

• Air blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  material up to a distance of 10-12 metres from the Airobug. Airbug The Airbug is a hand-held blower used for both full field distribution and for specific [...] Airobug is a fully automatic blower used for large surfaces and full field distribution in high-tech cultivations. The Airobug special fan, in combination [...] on of this material up to a distance of 3-5 metres from the Airbug. Mini-Airbug The Mini-Airbug is a hand-held blower used for full field distribution

• Why Panoramix is Best for Your Seeds

  February 8, 2019

  seeds in a drum or any other mixing equipment and add Panoramix Mix for about five minutes until a uniform dressing is achieved Leave the seeds to dry in [...] in a cool place (away from the sun) for about 20-30 minutes before planting or bagging. NB: Sow the seeds immediately or in not more than 30 days! For [...] is Best for Your Seeds Koppert’s product, Panoramix , continues to perform very well in different regions of Kenya. This seed dressing product for use in