Biopesticide Testing
Smither has years of experience testing biopesticides, from Bt, to microbial pesticides, complex protein and biological chemical extracts, as well as the latest nucleic acid-based pesticides.
Biopesticides are a broad category of pesticides derived or adapted from natural sources. Smither provides GLP-compliant guideline and research-stage testing for all types of biopesticides.
Biopesticide Categories
Microbial Pesticides
Bacteria, fungi, and viruses
Botanical and Natural Products
Plant extracts, proteins (including plant incorporated protectants), organic and inorganic compounds, nucleic acids
Semiochemicals
Pheromones, attractants, and repellents
Due to their origins, many biopesticides are considered low human and environmental risk and, in contrast to conventional pesticides, can be approved for organic farming. The US EPA provides information and test guidelines for the registration of biopesticides. The European Union's approach for biologicals was recently updated to include specific requirements for microorganisms (bacteria, virus, fungi, and protozoa) used as active ingredients.
Contact Smither to evaluate your options for assessing the environmental risk of biopesticides, from microbial pesticides, complex biological mixtures, proteins and other novel modalities.
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