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

  June 17, 2025

  have a higher chance of being resistant to the chemical. The most resistance occurs in crops cultivated in a monoculture where crops are grown in large [...] disease cell walls. Key for a grower is to incorporate multiple modes of action in a resistance strategy. Biocontrol should be part of a comprehensive IPM strategy [...] resistance is increasingly becoming a significant challenge in agriculture worldwide. Resistance happens when a pest or disease builds up a tolerance and

• Koppert Kenya present at International Flower Trade Exhibition (IFTEX) 2016 in Nairobi

  May 18, 2016

  exhibitions. It has therefore earned its position as a must-attend event for key global players in the cut-flower industry especially flowers growers in Kenya [...] for the showcase of a new unique solution for fungal disease management in Roses! Conversations and interactions about the show, what to expect and other [...] Trade Expo (IFTEX) will be held in Nairobi-Kenya from Wednesday the 8th to Friday the 10th of June 2016. According to the event organizer -HPP, the exhibition

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  farming practices. For him, it is clear that chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he is determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable [...] decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region [...] maintained a close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number [...] cause a reduction in the yield of avocado trees and economic losses due to fruit damage. For this reason, integrated pest and disease management is essential

• Cultivating Innovation and Sustainability: Koppert's Impact in the AIRTEA Project

  February 28, 2024

  that they need to make informed decisions. Hence, there is a need to facilitate and broker multi-stakeholder partnerships among these groups to foster the [...] knowledge to relay the benefits to smallholder farmers. 5. Bridging the Gap: The synergy between Koppert and AIRTEA was not merely transactional; it was a co [...] project, fostering a transformative journey that intertwines innovation, resilience, and sustainable agricultural practices. As a key partner in the project,

• Nurturing Young Minds: Koppert's Partnership with 4K Clubs in Kenya

  December 6, 2023

  young minds to the concept of sustainable agriculture, our partnership is sowing the seeds for a future where farming is not just a livelihood but a practice [...] challenges, there exists a remarkable opportunity—to transform the mindsets of these young minds towards agriculture. It's a chance to cultivate knowledge about [...] potential to lead Kenya towards a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future. Our partnership with the 4K Clubs Project is a great testament to the power

• Koppert Kenya partners with Karura Forest for biological control in the urban forest

  April 5, 2016

  Forest is to encourage people to plant trees in order for Kenya to achieve 10% forest cover by 2030 as required by the United Nations. This is important [...] we face in agriculture. For us to mitigate these challenges, planting trees is the best solution. Therefore, we have to do everything possible to ensure [...] control in the urban forest Koppert Kenya has collaborated with Karura Forest in ongoing trials to test the efficacy of using biological control to manage

• Stop the spread of Botrytis with NoPath

  March 26, 2025

  NoPath. NoPath is a natural plant based on plant essential oils for use in a wide range of crops including ornamental crops and vegetables. How it works Mode [...] such as a rainstorm. It’s also important to ensure your crop is strong and vigorous: crops like these are better able to withstand a Botrytis infection than [...] various ‘tools’ to stop the fungus. Humidity is key to Botrytis ’s ability to strike. The spores of Botrytis germinate easily and quickly in wet conditions

• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  June 24, 2016

  spread its reach to involve the children and youth in the local community and its environs. This is done through a youth sports program which seeks to train [...] Centre to host a sporting tournament to highlight how hard work, determination and teamwork can lead to success. The goal was to make an impact in the lives [...] program founded in 2010 by Ravine Roses, also known as Karen Roses . The intention was to provide the children of Ravine Roses’ staff with a place where they

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 16, 2016

  traps per hectare. It is important to put up Horiver traps early in the season before thrips pressure starts to build up in order to prevent an epidemic [...] and destructive pests in greenhouse growing of ornamentals , particularly roses, is thrips . Prevention is possibly the best way to manage this pest. Blue [...] 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