Growers are switching to Integrated Pest Management
Growers world-wide are gaining health, environmental, and business advantages by switching their farms to Integrated Pest Management.
In Australia, Integrated Pest Management is well established and Biological Services has been at the forefront of the industry for decades.
We have helped growers across the country transition from relying on routine broad-spectrum chemicals as the primary means of controlling pests, to safe, effective biocontrol programs supported by targeted-pesticides when needed.
If you are considering making the switch or want to review your IPM program, our expert team can help.
“Chemical residue levels are becoming a sticky point with consumers. With IPM, you don’t have to worry about release time or withholding periods, don’t have to evacuate the site or generally worry about the safety of our people. It makes sense, especially with more and more audits from supermarkets checking chemical use. Releasing beneficials is no drama and it’s something I definitely promote to everyone.
Benefits of IPM for your farm
- Healthier plants. Plants sprayed less generally live longer, produce higher yields and make better use of space, water and fertiliser.
- Production efficiency. Spraying less conserves pesticides, fuel, labour, and reduces the need to suspend harvesting for withholding periods.
- Less contamination. Chemicals pollute the environment and build up in the soil and waterways, affecting the ecosystem and killing natural predators.
- Better for human health. Consumers and your farm workers will appreciate you using chemicals sparingly.
- Lower risk of chemical resistance. Over time, pests grow resistant when chemicals are overused. Using chemicals only when necessary means they will be available when they’re needed.
Contact us to learn more about having one of our experts devleop or review your commercial IPM program.
We can harvest 7 days a week now. In the long term, I see only benefits of moving to IPM. You won’t get pests that are resistant to chemicals so you should always be able to control them, and the beneficials will keep working for you if you manage them well.”
Benefits of choosing us
Market-leader advantage
We developed many IPM beneficials available in Australia. As a client, you will be the first to hear of new pest solutions, including products we develop with the Biobest global team.
Easy ways to save
You'll obtain better prices if you organise a regular release program, use multiple products or place large orders. This helps secure your supply. Contact the office or your consultant to discuss.
Expert advice at call
We don't just sell products. Our team of qualified Consultants can design and help you maintain an effective IPM program, answer your questions, and monitor crops on your farm.
Quality guarantee
We invest in developing advanced packaging and shipping solutions. We're confident you'll receive your order in excellent condition, but if anything goes wrong, we'll replace it.
Get tailored advice for your commercial crop
To speak with one of our qualified consultants about your current commercial crop challenge or to learn about the benefits of the IPM maintenance and monitoring services we provide, contact us.
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