What do we do?

What is the CABI BioProtection Portal?

The CABI BioProtection Portal is the largest, free global resource for biological pest management. The Portal’s mission is to raise awareness and encourage the adoption of bioprotection among growers and advisors. It offers a comprehensive, searchable directory of nationally registered biocontrol and biopesticide crop protection products, along with detailed guidance to help agricultural advisors and growers source and effectively incorporate these sustainable natural products into u003ca href=u0022https://development.bioprotectionportal.com/resources/integrated-pest-management-use-and-its-benefits/u0022u003eintegrated pest managementu003c/au003e programmes.rnrnThe Portal’s data and information is available in multiple local languages and English, and is accessible online and offline across smartphones, tablets and desktops.rnrn

Who is CABI?

CABI is an international, inter-governmental, not-for-profit organization that helps to improve lives worldwide by applying scientific expertise to problems in agriculture and the environment. Our approach involves putting information, skills and tools into people’s hands.rnrnu003cstrongu003eHow are we governed?u003c/strongu003e CABI’s 48 Member Countries guide and influence our work, which is delivered by scientific staff based in our global network of centres. CABI was established by a United Nations treaty-level agreement, where each of the 48 Member Countries has an equal role in the organization’s governance, policies and strategic direction. In return, these countries benefit from a number of privileges and services relating to our scientific expertize, products and resources.

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Why use the CABI BioProtection Portal?

Bioprotection products are made with human health and the environment in mind. These products have their origins in nature, and as such, cause less disruption to the environment compared to conventional pesticides, which can often lead to harmful runoff, killing of beneficial insects, and pesticide resistance.rnrnThe bioprotection market is growing, but lack of knowledge is hindering widespread adoption. The CABI BioProtection Portal aims to bridge this gap in awareness by providing information and a direct connection to bioprotection manufacturers, putting natural solutions at the fingertips of growers and advisors.rnrnOur data is sourced directly from government websites or officials, and updated regularly, ensuring users have access to complete and accurate information. Find out more aboutu003cstrongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://development.bioprotectionportal.com/resources/how-does-the-portal-source-product-information/u0022u003eHow the Portal sources product datau003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e.

Where we work

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Who is the CABI BioProtection Portal for?

u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eGrowers and advisors who need on-demand information on low-toxicity productsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eThose looking to expand by entering higher value markets, such as organicsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eGovernmental regulators and private sector decision-makersu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBiocontrol and biopesticide product manufacturers who are looking to promote wider use of their productsu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

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How is the Portal funded?

The portal must receive funds to ensure it is developed and maintained as an open access, up-to-date and reliable global source of biological control and biopesticide product information.rnrnThere are three funding schemes: partnerships (e.g. biocontrol manufacturers, distributors, etc.), sponsorships (e.g. consultancy services, retailers, certification bodies, etc.) and donor funding (e.g. government bodies, foundations, etc.).

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