Search results for: “biological control”
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Andermatt Group acquires BioTEPP Inc.: Strengthening Global Leadership in Biological Crop Protection with Virosoft CP4
Andermatt Group AG is pleased to announce the acquisition of BioTEPP Inc., a renowned Canadian company recognized for its biological pest control product, VirosoftTM CP4. The acquisition of BioTEPP Inc. by the Andermatt Group underlines Andermatt’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, expanding its comprehensive biological product offerings to growers worldwide. A Shared Vision for Innovation and…
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Greencorp® Group: Pioneering biological and botanical solutions worldwide since 2006
Greencorp® Group, a true BioAg community pioneer, makes new and effective products to fight diseases caused by viruses in fruits and vegetables in major crops like papaya, grapes, bananas, and many others. The company also offers solutions for another important disease, the main menace affecting citrus crops such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits and mandarin productions:…
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Introducing Vespiformis-System: Biobest’s Solution for Effective Control Against Invasive Leaf-Dwelling Thrips”
Introducing Biobest’s latest innovation in the battle against invasive leaf-dwelling thrips species: the Vespiformis-System. Designed to target thrips where they reside – on the leaf – this system contains Franklinothrips vespiformis, a predatory thrips that actively seeks out and consumes all developmental stages of thrips. With its unique features and sustainable approach, Vespiformis-System offers effective…
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AMVAC’s Emergent Global Presence in Biologicals and Precision Ag Technologies
For more than 50 years, AMVAC®, an American Vanguard® Company (NYSE: AVD), has provided best-in- class agricultural crop inputs to growers in North America. As agricultural practices shifted over time, AMVAC® has expanded its strategy beyond its traditional expertise in core chemistry. Over the years, our relationships with our distribution channels, retail partners, and growers…
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Certis Biologicals and SDS Biotech K.K. Join Forces to Accelerate Biological Crop Protection Solutions
Certis Biologicals and SDS Biotech K.K. have recently formed a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing the agriculture sector by expediting the development and deployment of biological crop protection products. Leveraging SDS Biotech’s expertise in research, development, and production alongside Certis Biologicals’ proficiency in commercialization, the collaboration seeks to address the pressing challenges faced by growers…
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DPH Biologicals Redefines Agricultural Innovation with BioAgonomics™ Approach
DPH Biologicals, based in Houston, Texas, announced at the 2024 Commodity Classic agricultural trade show its commitment to advancing the understanding of the value of biologicals in agriculture. Mick Messman, President and CEO, emphasized their science-driven approach and unveiled plans for a multi-year initiative to quantify the comprehensive benefits of biological solutions. They aim to…
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Accelerating Biologicals to Provide Innovative Solutions to Farmers
Biologicals are nature’s answer to integrated crop management systems and will continue to grow in importance across more and more crops. Projections forecast that biologicals will become a $30B industry by 2035, up from the $12B in 2022. This is not surprising, given the dynamic and fast-moving ag tech climate and the societal and regulatory…
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Seipasa’s Seican Receives Phytosanitary Approval for Black Sigatoka Control in Colombia and Ecuador
Seipasa, a Spanish firm specializing in bioinsecticides, biofungicides, biostimulants, and agricultural nutritional treatments, has secured phytosanitary approval for its product Seican in Colombia and Ecuador. Seican, a biological fungicide and acaricide derived from a sophisticated natural formulation, swiftly combats black sigatoka and various pathogens while leaving no chemical residues on crops, allowing for application even…
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Its been quite a year (2023) for biologicals!
It’s been quite a year (2023) for biologicals! As we get into the first quarter of 2024, now is worth a look back and look forward. For biologicals, 2023 was a boom or bust year where we saw great success or big failure. On the fundraising success side, some notable deals include New Leaf Symbiotics,…
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Biopesticides and Biocontrol Agents: A Promising Path for Tackling Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle in Oilseed Rape
In response to the 2013 neonicotinoid seed treatment ban and the rise of pyrethroid resistance in cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB), Jason Pole’s recent PhD report investigates the efficacy of biopesticides and biocontrol agents in oilseed rape (OSR). With synthetic chemistry alternatives in demand, AHDB research, particularly in cultural control approaches like companion crops, organic…