• Koppert participates in the 2023 GLOBAL G.A.P. Tour stop event in Kenya

  March 29, 2023

  Association of Kenya (FPEAK), Agrochemicals Association of Kenya (AAK), Avocado Exporters Association of Kenya, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research [...] understand their roles in promoting Food safety, understand the Gaps in the market, and challenge their current ideas and practices to see if they are responsive [...] aimed at encouraging safe and sustainable farming methods, market compliance, access to regional and global trade networks, and customer demand responsiveness

• Diglyphus isaea

  between 15°C and 25°C (59 and 77°F). Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a parasitoid wasp renowned for its role in controlling [...] nectar and honeydew. Life cycle and appearance of Diglyphus isaea Because Diglyphus isaea is an ectoparasite, all instars (egg, larva, pupa and adult) [...] miner larva turns flaccid and brown. Older larvae of D. isaea leave their dead host and crawl back into the mine to pupate. There are three larval instars:

• Beneficial nematodes

  larvae. They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor vegetable crops. [...] nematodes, are a group of parasitic nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. These nematodes are natural predators of various insects and play [...] water, and are essential for nutrient recycling. Others are called parasitic nematodes, infecting plants, insects, animals, or humans. There are about 25

• Beneficial microorganisms

  anisopliae and Isaria fumosoroseus and the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonization: [...] microorganisms are specific to their target pests, like aphids , whitefly and thrips , minimizing harm to beneficial insects, and other non-target organisms [...] biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful

• Macrocheles robustulus

  thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. Feeding behaviour of Macrocheles robustulus [...] deutonymph, and adult. Adult mites are 0.6-0.8 mm long, oval shaped and pale white with a brown oval dorsal shield and brown legs. The larvae are white. Protonymphs [...] Protonymphs and deutonymph are pale white with a brown shield, more clearly visible with increasing size. The eggs are oval, about 0.3 x 0.2 mm in size and pearly

• Fusarium wilt

  Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak [...] wilts. Other symptoms are brown discolouration of the xylem vessels which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the [...] the vessel system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. Most Fusarium

• Chrysopa-E

  Pests Aphids and other pests, like mealybugs , Echinothrips and eggs of pest lepidoptera species . Mode of action Larvae of the lacewing attack their prey [...] Avoid clusters of eggs Can be applied with Natutec Airobreez, Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug only when mixed with (other products) with carrier material [...] prey and suck their body fluids. Visual effect Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea larvae are active mainly

• Knowing & recognizing

  published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests [...] updated edition of Knowing and recognizing also includes new biopesticides and biostimulants that increase the plant’s resilience to stress and help the plant [...] crop protection Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s lifecycle and its many phases, as well

• Beneficial nematodes for biological pest control

  January 16, 2025

  control of many pests. Especially pests that are difficult to control and when chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Sophisticated and safe [...] As partners with nature, Koppert uses the natural behaviour of nematodes to support and protect crops. Nematodes are alive; they move and hunt their prey [...] production and quality control of a specific range of these nematodes that help to keep our fruit, vegetables and ornamental crops free of pests without chemical

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

  October 17, 2024

  know that trees are vital to our ecosystem from absorption of carbon dioxide, oxygen production, prevention of soil erosion, and promotion of biodiversity [...] showcasing exciting and innovative solutions. These conversations sparked curiosity and a lot of questions about how modern farming techniques can help mitigate [...] as an exciting and rewarding field, full of innovation and opportunity." Looking Forward Our partnership with Freshcrop marks an exciting step forward