A viable alternative to chemicals from Koppert

Added on 27 July 2023

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A viable alternative to chemicals from Koppert

For over 50 years, growers around the world have applied Koppert's beneficial insects and mites to protect their crops against pests. First in greenhouses and now also in outdoor crops. The use of natural enemies in agriculture is gaining traction. Improved packaging and new application methods are simplifying the use of Koppert's biological solutions in the field. By working closely with growers to optimise existing solutions and develop new solutions, Koppert is expanding its portfolio of natural and sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides for outdoor crops.

Into the field

Koppert's biological solutions help improve crop health and resilience and protect against diseases and pests. The use of natural enemies, such as parasitic wasps, differs from the use of conventional crop protection products. In greenhouses, the use of Koppert's beneficial insects dates back many years. Greenhouses provide a safe and controlled environment for insects and mites to hunt their prey. But natural enemies are also highly effective in combatting pests in outdoor crops, offering a viable and safe alternative to chemical solutions. In recent years, more and more growers have taken the plunge.

Strong results

″While horticulture and agriculture are very different, our approach remains the same: we work to understand growers’ challenges and provide them with solutions,″ says Jenette Douma, product manager at Koppert. ″Testing plays an important role in our approach. First we test our solutions in demo fields, then we partner with growers to apply our products in their fields. The results are convincing. Consequently, we are continuing to expand our portfolio of natural enemies for agricultural use.″