Research & development The ongoing drive to discover and utilize natural principles forms the core of Koppert’s activities. Our strength lies in the ability to turn this knowledge into practical applications - using high quality industrial processes - to solve prevailing cultivation problems. From research into the vision of pollinating bees and the behaviour of beneficial microbes, to creating perfect breeding environments for predatory mites in high-tech sachets, and releasing beneficial insects from flying drones; the sky is literally the limit! Collaborating with research institutes and associated organizations around the world, our Research & Development departments have frequently been the source of (micro)biological solutions which have subsequently been adopted worldwide. It is thanks to our persistent research and in-depth knowledge that a whole variety of specific insects, mites, micro-organisms, fungi and bacteria can now be introduced to control a growing number of infestations. Other products boost the plant’s health and resilience in a holistic approach that significantly benefits the entire plant, below and above ground. We have achieved a great deal by listening to growers. Their feedback has often been essential for finding workable solutions. Similar ground-breaking discoveries with regard to pollination solutions have also provided the basis for enormous production efficiency and quality improvement in many crops worldwide. Solutions are only applicable and useful if they can be effectively reproduced and distributed. We at Koppert and our partners have been able to perfect this over the past few years 47
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