• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  reliable partner To be consistent with its philosophy, HyFood needed to minimize its agrochemical applications. To achieve this, the implementation of an integrated [...] clear about their goal: to produce high-value fruits, where they help ecosystems and offer a qualified product to consumers. To achieve this, the implementation [...] in this process was vital. "It has been a very good experience because we have acquired knowledge and skills to be able to identify pests such as whitefly

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

  January 8, 2026

  The farm needed: • A way to rejuvenate aging crops • A solution to restore soil balance (biological, physical, and chemical aspects) • A program backed by [...] stands for Natural Growing and is a system approach that enables you to cultivate your crop in a more natural manner. As a result, the input of chemical [...] pesticides and fertilizers can be kept to a minimum. Part of the NatuGro system is a series of products that can be used on their own or in combination

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  agricultural practices that respect the environment. ‘Without a doubt it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation,’ says Pedro Militão [...] consumer zero residue. Trianum has proven to be a good solution that eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial [...] machine can do its work well. ‘With the introduction of mechanical harvesting, we were forced to change our way of producing and we decided to introduce new

• The Silent Threat to Kenya’s Avocado Industry: How Koppert is Leading the Fight Against Persea Mite (Oligonychus perseae).

  March 27, 2025

  quickly makes it a formidable challenge. The urgency to find an effective solution is steadily increasing. Persea Mite: What is it? Persea mite is a phytophagous [...] is leveraging its extensive expertise to introduce a natural predator-based solution: Spical Ulti-Mite ( Neoseiulus californicus ). How It Works: Predatory [...] cost is competitive, and its long-term benefits far outweigh chemical alternatives. Myth: “Biological solutions take too long to work.” Fact: Koppert’s natural

• Breeding Beauty: How United Selections Protects Innovation with 100% IPM

  February 9, 2026

  growing conditions to allow genetic potential to fully express itself. From a business perspective, it is a long-term investment, often taking seven years or [...] Kiambu to Nakuru. Today, it operates on three hectares , a significant footprint for a breeding farm in Kenya. “Breeding is not fast work. Developing a single [...] Willingness to adapt, train, and collaborate “Yes, IPM is an investment” Fred admits honestly. “But the real question is — does it work? And does it reduce

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

  October 17, 2024

  sustainability has become more than just a buzzword—it’s an urgent call to action. At Koppert Kenya, we believe that building a greener, more resilient future starts [...] ensure that the generations to come will inherit a world that’s greener, healthier, and more resilient. A heartfelt thank you to FreshCrop, the students, [...] this event a success. Want to Learn More? At Koppert, we’re always exploring new technologies to help you grow sustainably. Contact us today to find out

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

  May 12, 2026

  y and declining soil health to rising input costs and pest resistance linked to conventional chemical use. In response to these challenges, Koppert Kenya [...] these barriers by shifting from theory-based learning to experiential, field-driven engagement . A Partnership for Practical Impact Through this collaboration [...] Approach Central to the project is the establishment of a dynamic Outdoor Knowledge Centre , where farmers, students, and stakeholders are invited to engage directly

• Thrips: A tiny pest with big consequences

  February 9, 2023

  of its life cycle. We are proud to introduce our newest technology to our growers Boveril: A new solution Koppert is proud to introduce Boveril to Kenyan [...] and suspensibility giving it excellent dispersion in water and under field application conditions. It comes as a great addition to our range of solutions [...] for growers. Growers take different approaches to tackle this dynamic pest. Some growers attempt to control thrips with the use of a lot of chemical insecticides

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

  May 7, 2025

  contributing to the overall management of FCM. Versatile Formulation Due to its superior formulation, TRIANUM completely disperses in water to give a uniform [...] spp. and Microdochium spp., but also to improve root system development, nutrient uptake and plant growth. Due to its unique formulation, TRIANUM performs [...] as compared to the standard comparison area. The same study also showed a notable increase in the total number of harvestable stems and a general increase

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  sms to the soil environment, our solutions increase root biomass in crops, fortifying the carbon content of soils and ultimately contributing to a more [...] This not only boosts nutrient use efficiency but also leads to a reduction in nutrient loss, a critical aspect in sustainable soil management. Crucially [...] crop tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, heat, and cold. This resilience contributes to the overall adaptability of crops to challenging en