Koppert to promote chemical crop protection alternatives
ABU DHABI, February 8, 2016
Koppert Biological Systems, a leader in innovative pest control solutions, pollination, and soil and seed enhancement, is set to promote alternatives to chemical crop protection and artificial fertilisers at a forum in Abu Dhabi, UAE, this month.
The firm will take part at the Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA) on February 16 and 17 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
The conference will highlight sustainable initiatives that have been developed and deployed globally, and demonstrate the various investment opportunities that are now available in this sector.
Yosef Ouhlous, Kopperts business unit manager for MEA, said: "It is becoming increasingly important to ensure future food safety and security and this is an excellent forum to promote the urgent need for sustainable alternatives for this sector’s problems."
Yassin Lahiani, export manager Mena and India, said: "This is an important region when it comes to producing food with less input but higher yields and quality.
"The experience gained in Mediterranean regions such as Spain and Morocco are already being applied in the Middle East. We have adapted many of our products for more arid conditions and hotter climates in order to help growers to fulfil the ever growing demand for organic produce in the Gulf region."
Meanwhile, Koppert has successfully launched its new biological seed treatment product in many countries.
"Panoramix gives young plants a good start and makes them more resistant, even in dry conditions," said Ouhlous.
"The Middle East regions can truly benefit from the beneficial properties of this product," he added. - TradeArabia News Service
