Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

Centre for Biological Control, CBC

We contribute to the development of new knowledge concerning the use of living organisms to control pests and diseases. CBC is a competence driven actor in biological control, both nationally and internationally.

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About CBC

SLU runs the Centre for Biological Control (CBC), with a grant from the Swedish government. CBC conducts its own research and collaborate with other researchers in sustainable control strategies. A close cooperation with stakeholders, such as growers, industry, authorities and organisations is an important part of our activities. Contact us if you have any questions regarding activities in the centre, if you have an interest in research collaboration, assignments or evaluations!

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Research

CBC contribute to the development of new knowledge concerning the use of living organisms to control pests and diseases. We are a competence driven actor in biological control, both nationally and internationally.

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Collaborations

CBC interacts with many external stakeholders in sustainable biocontrol methods, such as governmental stakeholders, the industry, stakeholder organisations and research institutes.

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CBC for students

We welcome students to do master projects at CBC. Check out our projects and contact a researcher involved in your area of interest!

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What is biological control?

Biological control has a great potential to restrict the damage caused by harmful organisms like animals, plant pathogens and other pests. Learn more here!

Published: 12 October 2020 - Page editor: cajsa.lithell@slu.se

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