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Formulation for Success

The identification of fresh biological commodities that endorse sustainable agriculture is undoubtedly an impressive feat. Nevertheless, the unveiling of a distinctive product in isolation does not suffice. Equally crucial is the process of formulation for success, wherein skilled experts render the active biological component apt for application. In fact, one of the biggest challenges for …

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Biological control being implemented by a tractor within a field

Why has biological control not been used more widely?

Despite widespread concerns about the impact of toxic chemicals on global pollution, biodiversity and human health, the consumption of conventional chemicals is still far outstripping that of sustainable alternatives. When we consider that – for some crops at least – biopesticides have been available since the 1980s, it begs the question… why has biological control …

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A farmer sprays a potato plantation with pesticides. Protecting against insect plants and fungal infections

Why does the world need to switch to Biopesticides?

The world is facing many environmental challenges, and one of the most pressing is managing pests effectively. Traditional chemical pesticides have been used to control pest populations for decades, but they come with a variety of risks that can harm both people and the environment. Biopesticides offer an alternative solution – they are natural, safe …

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Is BioProtection the future of sustainable agriculture

Is BioProtection The Future of Sustainable Agriculture for a Better World?

The world is already facing a huge crisis when it comes to food security. It is predicted that the global population will reach 9 billion by the year 2050. This century’s challenge is to protect our future from the impacts of climate change, environmental pollution, and other disasters while producing enough food to satisfy the …

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Farming tractor spraying a field with biopesticides as part of sustainable agriculture

How are Bioprotection used in sustainable agriculture?

Sustainable agriculture is a critical part of preserving our planet and its resources. It’s no secret that traditional farming practices have taken their toll on the environment, but what are we supposed to do? Bioprotection can help us meet this challenge. Bioprotection is natural or synthetic substances that protect plants from pests and diseases. They …

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How Biostimulants Eliminate Abiotic Stress and Encourage Plant Growth

Food security is an ongoing challenge for growing populations because of limited resources. Multiple abiotic stresses, such as drought and metal toxicity, can occur at the same time and make life more difficult for farmers. Breeding for stress tolerance is a long-term solution. Plants produce reactive oxygen species as part of their natural antioxidant defense …

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Biopesticide Registration | Difficulties and Challenges within the Industry

Biopesticides are becoming more and more a major part of our daily lives, but they’re not necessarily getting easier or cheaper to register. In fact, most people don’t realize that it takes an average of 5-10 years and £3-5 million in the EU compare to $300-400k registration and regulatory fee in the US. So, how …

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Spraying Chemical Pesticides

The environmental challenges arising from chemical pesticide over-use

During the 20th century, a focus on feeding our rapidly expanding global population led farmers across the world to adopt aggressive agricultural practices – heavy machinery, monocultures and increasing volumes of chemical pesticides. However, as these practices moved further and further away from nature, there were inevitable consequences on our soils, our air and our …

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Biological Alternatives to Chemical Pesticides

Biopesticides – Biological Alternatives to Chemical Pesticides: The Natural Way

Throughout the 20th century, the use of chemical pesticides was widely adopted in agriculture to control insect pests, weeds, and plant diseases. However, many of these pesticides are now known to be harmful to human health and the environment, leading numerous countries to ban large numbers of these products from being used. This poses the question …

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