Dr Dick Shaw discusses the power of biocontrol
06 December 2023, Africa: CABI has worked on invasive species for over 100 years, developing practical ways of tackling the biggest threats.
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Biologicals
Biologicals covers the latest news, research, product innovations, regulatory developments, and market trends related to biological solutions in agriculture. Find comprehensive coverage of biopesticides, biostimulants, biofertilizers, microbial products, beneficial insects, biocontrol crop protection, soil health solutions, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable farming technologies.
As agriculture increasingly shifts toward sustainable and environmentally responsible production systems, bio products are playing a critical role in improving crop productivity, resilience, and resource efficiency. This category features updates on microbial inoculants, plant growth-promoting microorganisms, disease control, pest management solutions, nutrient-use efficiency technologies, carbon farming initiatives, and climate-smart agriculture innovations. Stay informed about product launches, scientific breakthroughs, regulatory approvals, investments, partnerships, and developments from leading biologicals companies, research institutions, and industry organizations.
Follow the latest insights on biological crop protection, sustainable agriculture, integrated pest management (IPM), soil microbiome research, regenerative farming practices, agri-biotechnology, environmental stewardship, and the growing global biologicals market.
New study highlights positive impact of PlantwisePlus in Ghana on gender-inclusive agricultural extension services
06 December 2023, Ghana: Women farmers in Ghana face many challenges in accessing gender-inclusive agricultural extension services – which are usually designed
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Positive feedback for CABI’s input into Guiding Acid Soil Management Investments in Africa (GAIA) project
05 December 2023, Africa: CABI has received positive feedback from a range of stakeholders involved in a project aimed at addressing key
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Scaling up the fight against papaya mealybug pest in South Sudan
04 December 2023, Sudan: The papaya mealybug (Paracoccus marginatus) is a significant pest of papaya which has been wreaking havoc amongst smallholder
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CABI study brief explores effectiveness of farmer groups in promoting safe food production standards
04 December 2023, Kenya: A new CABI study brief has been published which delves into important aspects regarding the effectiveness of farmer
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Biotalys shifts to second-generation AGROBODY™ technology to develop protein-based biocontrols
01 December 2023, Belgium: Biotalys provided a company update following a strategic review of the company by CEO Kevin Helash and the
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SciDev.Net provides workshop at 2023 African Science Granting Councils’ Annual Forum
28 November 2023, Kenya: SciDev.Net has provided a workshop in science communication at the 2023 Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) Annual Forum and the
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CABI highlights expertise in crop pest management using digital tools at ISTF 2023
28 November 2023, China: CABI has highlighted its expertise in digital tools, to aid the management of crop pests, at the International Symposium on
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Review article traces the origins and tracks movement of invasive rubber vines in over 80 countries and territories
24 November 2023, Brazil: A CABI-led review published in the journal NeoBiota has traced the origins and tracked the movements of invasive rubber vines
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Trichogramma mass rearing facilities piloted in Pakistan
24 November 2023, Pakistan: Championing sustainable agriculture by promoting lower-risk plant protection solutions to tackle crop health challenges is a key objective of CABI’s
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