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Thrips management: Identification, impact, and control | CABI BPP
Pest guidesDiscover how to identify and manage thrips. Learn about their impact on crops and effective biological methods to protect your plants.
Sterile insect technique: Controlling pests with precision
Integrated pest management Biocontrol agentsSterile insect technique is a sustainable pest management solution for onion maggot fly and other agricultural pests. This biocontrol method specifically targets the pest of interest, without incurring the risk of resistance or phytotoxicity. Evidence shows a sustained decrease in pest populations year after year, reducing the need for harsh chemical pesticides. Read more here about how it is currently being used for Allium crops in Canada.
Spongy moth (Lymantria dispar) pests & control | CABI BPP
Pest guidesDiscover effective biological control strategies for managing spongy moths, an invasive species threatening North America's forests and agriculture
Aphid types, damage, and effective control methods
Pest guidesLearn about different aphid species, the impact they have on crops, and how to identify and control aphid infestations using biological control methods.
How to identify and control Japanese beetles: Spotlight on Canada
Pest guides🪲 Discover how Japanese beetles damage crops and turfgrass, and learn how to spot and control them to reduce their impact!
Comprehensive guide to how Bacillus thuringiensis controls pests
Biocontrol agentsLearn how Bacillus thuringiensis targets pests like spruce budworm and gypsy moth while offering an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides.
Comprehensive guide to the mode of action of pest control methods
Basics of biocontrol Integrated pest management Biocontrol agentsTake a close look at the mode of action of pest control methods and discover why biological methods offer a safer, more sustainable alternative
How does the Portal source product information? – CABI BioProtection Portal
Regulation and dataThe Portal acquires product data by following a series of defined steps, which are outlined here. Macrobial registration is also discussed.
Botrytis Cinerea: Identify and Control Guide – CABI BPP
Pest guidesExplore the biology of botrytis, including a breakdown of botrytis risk factors, the damage it can cause, and strategies for dealing with it.
White Grubs: How to Identify and Eliminate Effectively
Pest guidesDealing with White Grubs: All you need to know to identify and eliminate this common pest. Explore the best biological solutions for white grub control.
Identifying and Dealing with Whiteflies
Pest guidesDiscover how to spot, prevent, and eliminate whiteflies. Explore simple, safe, and practical solutions to this common pest.
Dealing with Red Spider Mites: A Comprehensive Guide
Pest guidesLearn how to spot red spider mite infestations and how to eradicate this pest from your crops with natural methods!
Free self-study course on Water Management
Courses and appsLearn to maximize water efficiency in farming with the Introduction to Water Management course from CABI. Register now for expert guidance!
Self-study course: Sustainable Soil Management Practices – CABI BioProtection Portal
Courses and appsLearn from experts how to improve soil health and increase crop yields with CABI's free online course in Sustainable Soil Management.
Online CAS in Integrated Crop Management
Courses and appsEnroll now to our Certificates of Advanced Studies to improve your agricultural expertise and develop skills in Integrated Crop Management.
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