• Equinox Farm Takes Soil Health Management To the Next Level With NatuGro Program

  January 8, 2026

  Harrison, the NatuGro system aligned perfectly with the farm’s philosophy: “NatuGro rejuvenates the soil so that the soil can rejuvenate the crop. It’s [...] Koppert for years on IPM and biological crop protection and when the NatuGro program was introduced, the timing was perfect. The farm needed: • A way to [...] even in older age brackets. The NatuGro system was rolled out on the entire farm and has been protecting and rejuvenating the soils at Equinox, allowing

• Growing for the Future—Koppert joins FreshCrop to plant trees for a Greener Tomorrow

  October 17, 2024

  generation, and creating long-lasting environmental solutions that will benefit both people and the planet. Trees Matter— For Now and the Future On 10 th [...] enriching and protecting the soil. This innovative biofertilizer will help the trees survive the critical early stages of growth, offering them the resilience [...] on both the local community and the environment for years to come. As part of the day’s activities, Koppert had stimulating discussions with the students

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  stems and pods of peas. The spots on leaves and pods are round, on the stems they are more elongated. The lesions are light brown, sunken and surrounded [...] border. The first infection is often on the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and pre-emergence damping off and dwarfing [...] . Conidia and other fungal structures are transmitted on the outside of the seed coat and cause primary infection. The conidia germinate and infect through

• Rainy Woes – Conquering Downy Mildew and Botrytis Naturally

  November 3, 2023

  can be identified from the violet and brown patches on the leaves. The leaves later turn yellow and fall off. On the underside of the leaves, you often see [...] conditions and climate inside the greenhouse. This is primarily because the development of the two diseases is affected by climate and to a great extent varietal [...] is best described by the disease triangle below: Figure 1: The disease triangle Figure 1: The disease triangle The nexus of the three elements (Susceptible

• Air blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  with the revolving dosage pot, ensures a uniform release of carrier material containing natural enemies. The airflow from the fan guarantees the even [...] with the revolving dosage pot, ensures a uniform release of carrier material containing natural enemies.The airflow from the fan guarantees the even [...] 10-12 metres from the Airobug. Airbug The Airbug is a hand-held blower used for both full field distribution and for specific hot spots. The Airbug’s special

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  resources for the benefit of future generations. Soil and water constitute the medium in which plants grow and derive essential nutrients. The role of soil [...] retention and availability. By incorporating organic matter into the soil, we nourish beneficial fungi and bacteria, creating a vibrant soil food web that is [...] sustaining life on Earth. Both soil and water stand as indispensable foundations for food production, thriving ecosystems, and the overall well-being of humanity

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

  April 26, 2018

  control has a role to play in ensuring food safety and food security in Africa and the world. He called upon the biological companies not to work alone [...] 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 [...] emphasized that these are interesting times for biocontrol and that the subject has never been more relevant than it is today. He noted that biological

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  However, amidst the challenges, there have been significant successes. Lukas recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, [...] journey represents the potential of organic farming and the integration of beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes [...] story stands as an inspiring testament to the evolving landscape of agriculture and the promising future that awaits those who embrace change.

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

  May 7, 2025

  One of the direct effects of efficient nutrient and water uptake by the plant is seen in a vigorously growing crop that can support more yields and better [...] synergistically and playing roles in the control process. The relative contribution of each factor will depend on the kind of pathogen present, the ratio of pathogens [...] pathogens to the biocontrol agents, the strains and the host plant. Kenyan rose growers using TRIANUM have been able to reduce and manage Crown Gall on

• Biological crop protection: pest and disease control with minimal to no resistance risks

  June 17, 2025

  numbers with a high population of pests and diseases. The quicker the lifecycle of the pest or pathogen, the higher the likelihood for resistance. Why is biocontrol [...] through the formation of more root hairs so that water and nutrients can be taken up better. This leads to a stronger and more uniform crop and better yields [...] parts of the plant above ground, the so-called induced systemic resistance (ISR) and it produces compounds that degrade the fungal disease cell walls. Key