• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  October 11, 2018

  the Centre has 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 [...] be part of it for a long time. He truly believes in the talent of the children at the Centre. We are therefore glad to join in and do what we can to further [...] Ravine in Baringo County, Kenya, who have considerable talent, but without the necessary resources to nurture it. The Ravine Soccer Centre is a youth sports

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  the total volume exported is destined. "One of the main challenges we face in exporting to the United States is that there is a legal framework that prohibits [...] mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the beneficial that each one requires and thus be able to harvest a good product". A certified product [...] important and demanding at a global level. Looking for a reliable partner To be consistent with its philosophy, HyFood needed to minimize its agrochemical applications

• Partners with Nature

  October 11, 2018

  and in the process sustain a happy population and planet. By means of a holistic approach -combining knowledge, advice, and solutions - Koppert is playing [...] growers. No matter what part of the world we operate, this goal remains the same. This clarity of mission crystallized in October in 2014, after almost [...] most common pests in both horticulture and agriculture. Koppert now provides a holistic approach that we offer to our clients today. It starts with the soil

• Persea mite

  Oligonychus perseae ) a key pest in avocado production worldwide. It lives and feeds on the undersides of avocado leaves, where it forms small webbed feeding [...] quality. Life cycle The persea mite has a fast life cycle, allowing populations to build up quickly in avocado crops when conditions are favourable. The pest [...] form small, web-covered colonies along the main veins. Their feeding punctures the leaf tissue, resulting in small, round necrotic spots that can merge

• Angular leaf spot

  feature is the way the lesions look when using different light sources: when reflected light is used, the lesions look dark green, but when transmitted [...] overwinters in plants and dead leaves, that become the primary source of infection in the spring. The bacteria are also introduced in a crop in new transplants [...] . This bacterium is very resistant to desiccation and can survive well in dry leaves or leaves in the soil, but not independantly in the soil. Under humid

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

  October 11, 2018

  diseases in tree seedlings. This has been undertaken at the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) nurseries in Kiambu County. The collaboration is a natural [...] result in 50-80% loss of seedlings” said Mr. Fredrick Mutisya, Assistant Forester at Karura Forest. Karura Forest station is an urban forest in Nairobi [...] of tree seedlings in the nurseries, the foresters mainly use cultural control methods to keep the plants healthy. However, this means that they are susceptible

• Beetles

  Coleoptera is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or [...] Solutions for beetle control Learn more about What are beetles? Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable [...] useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute to the control of aphids . Beetles undergo a complete metamorphosis, that is, the larvae do not

• Keep Thrips under Control: Plenty of Options with our Comprehensive IPM package for Management of Thrips.

  September 10, 2024

  to go into the battle alone! When tackling a pest such as Thrips, it is important to work systematically. This will ensure a holistic approach to tackle [...] every stage of the thrips, from eggs to adults, is kept in check. What sets this package apart is its ability to not only control the pest population but [...] growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control. Koppert has developed a wide range

• Plant Health

  environment is crucial. Photosynthesis, the source-sink dynamics between leaves and fruits/roots, and the intricate soil food web play pivotal roles in maintaining [...] maintaining optimal plant growth. A balanced metabolite profile, comprising primary and secondary metabolites, is essential for resilience against environmental [...] mechanisms through complete compounds The degree of plant resilience is linked to its ability to form structurally complete compounds, such as carbohydrates

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 9, 2023

  branding, which is characterized by a green, natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’. And though our packaging is new, growers [...] Introducing a new design for Koppert products After introducing our new brand identity in January 2022, Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly [...] Ready for the future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in Nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture