For students
Do you want to do a student work on biological control? Contact us and help us develop the sustainable plant protection of the future.
What is biological control?
Biological control is a method of restricting effects of harmful animals, pathogens and plants using other useful organisms, e.g. microorganisms, insects and plants.
When is it biological control?
SLU researchers present an updated terminology and conceptual platform for biological control. This is needed to understand, optimize and legislate biological control methods.
News
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New plant-based method for cheese-making enzyme
A research team from SLU, Linnaeus University and Örebro University has successfully produced a traditional cheese-making enzyme in plants. The results open new possibilities for sustainable dairy production. -
Innovation across borders for sustainable food systems
On 25 August, a Japanese delegation visited Malmö, joined by companies and startups, all looking to spark new collaborations between Sweden and Japan. -
Root sampling for resilient nordic potatoes
SustainPotato is developing resilient Nordic potato varieties by studying how genetics and microbiomes affect resistance to diseases like late blight. Now, the first round of root sampling are complete.
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Please contact us if you have suggestions for collaborations, want to collaborate on a student project or have questions concerning biological control methods.
Research
We develop knowledge about biological control; to use living organisms to control pests. Learn about our research areas here.
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