• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  confidence in the product for two main reasons. First, with consistent and timely application of NoPath, we are assured of acceptable level of control of Downy [...] much of each petal. These two destructive diseases can cause massive losses in the production of roses, if not properly managed. At the beginning of 2018 [...] Kenyan market. This is a product based on essential plant oils that is used for the management of fungal and bacterial diseases in various crops. It has

• Why Panoramix is Best for Your Seeds

  February 8, 2019

  Why Panoramix is Best for Your Seeds Koppert’s product, Panoramix , continues to perform very well in different regions of Kenya. This seed dressing product [...] product for use in cereals is based on beneficial microorganisms that promote plant growth. Panoramix is applied directly to the seeds before planting. [...] other types of abiotic stress It strengthens and improves the root system It increases yield (an average increase of 3-4 bags per acre) It is safe for people

• Empowering Mango Farmers in Embu: A Day of Sustainable Solutions

  October 5, 2023

  to address some of the most pressing issues in mango cultivation. The Issues tackled included: Export Market Insights : Majority of the mango farmers [...] recommended measures of fruit fly control to avoid infestation from farm to farm. The Embu county government is willing to work with farmers in these groups to [...] advancements in mango farming, farmers can ensure the long-term success and resilience of their mango orchards. This training event was one of many, and a

• Tackling the Puzzle of Downy Mildew & Botrytis Management in Roses

  April 1, 2019

  who have used NoPath even in incidences of disease outbreak, have observed quick recovery of affected areas of the crop. In addition to its outstanding [...] products that target many aspects of disease development, is the most reliable and sustainable approach. Advancement in knowledge of plant chemistry and plant [...] farmer, the onset of rains signifies a new crop season, while for the rose grower, seasonality is primarily market-driven. Rainfall is also necessary to

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will be no difference [...] This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to [...] increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic

• Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals

  December 6, 2018

  farmer in Narok. Peter, who was initially sceptical, used Panoramix in 100 acres out of his 600-acre piece of land. Nicholas Kibet first heard of Panoramix [...] behind in this endeavour. In September 2017, the company launched Panoramix to the Kenyan market at a colourful event in Eldoret. The product is based on [...] Ultimately, this results in higher yields of better quality. Since its entry into the market, a good number of farmers from diverse regions have used the product

• Downy mildew of rose

  stomata. In lettuce, the foot is infected first and this causes the plant to fall over. In cabbage the stem is also infected in severe epidemics. In blackberry [...] On the underside of the leaf fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is, in fact, the sporulation of the pathogens extruding [...] outside of the seed). Optimum temperature for germination, infection and sporulation is relatively low, in general between 10 and 20 °C. Late in the season

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

  May 12, 2026

  remains the backbone of many livelihoods, with millions of smallholder farmers working to feed communities, secure the future of food systems, and ultimately [...] farmers, who account for over 70% of the sector and predominantly practice open-field farming, this initiative is grounded in a simple yet key observation: [...] rooted in real-world and commercial applications . Learning by Doing: The Knowledge Centre Approach Central to the project is the establishment of a dynamic

• Introducing NoPath for the Management of Diseases

  October 12, 2018

  and Downy mildew in the crop in our 2 ha blocks. When I saw these changes in the treated area, 6 months later, we extended the use of the product to whole [...] attendees comprised of growers who majorly focus on roses, cuttings, carnations, herbs, et cetera. The same event was held in 3 regions namely, Nairobi, Nanyuki [...] The series of events were intended to officially introduce NoPath, a new product based on plant essential oils. It is used for the management of fungal and

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  Macrolophus . Capsanem is a valuable ally!’ Audrey Vignaud is Koppert’s technical head of the consultant for the South East Region of France: ‘We recommended [...] Nesidiocoris showing up in crops from February onwards, which is really early. Nesidiocoris tenuis is a bug that has been a problem in France for a good 10 [...] by producers in the South of France, but also, more recently in the north. ‘We had reached a technical impasse with this bug, especially in the “zero residue”