RNA technology targets CSFB control
UK start-up RNA AgriBio is looking to develop a potential RNA-based bio-insecticide. Former agronomist and…
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BASF introduces biological attractant for enhanced aphid control
Chemical giant BASF has launched Apthena, a biological solution to enhance integrated pest management strategies.…
New plant-based insecticide offers sustainable grain store solution
Organic and low-input farmers now have a new plant-based option for managing insect pressure in…
New formulations for acetamiprid insecticide
Certis Belchim has launched liquid formulations of its acetamiprid insecticide Insyst to enhance operator safety…
Olive oil extract boosts pyrethroid potency
In simulated field experiments, plants sprayed with a mixture of SYN-A and lambda-cyhalothrin increased cabbage…
Ancient wheat compound offers potential sustainable pest solution
Scientists at Rothamsted Research have uncovered a natural defence mechanism in ancestral einkorn wheat that…
Novel IPM programme shortlisted for industry award
One of the largest integrated pest management (IPM) platforms ever established in the UK is…
Research reveals diet alterations could boost biopesticide efficacy
Changes to a pest’s diet could slow the evolution of resistance to biopesticides, according to…
Contact activity advised to improve sugar beet weed control
The lack of rainfall in some areas and swings between night and daytime temperatures are…
UK approval of insecticide flupyradifurone
Bayer has received regulatory authorisation for Sivanto Prime, a foliar applied plant protection product containing…