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Biological Controls

Explore our range of Biologial Controls

Fargro supplies biological pest control solutions to commercial growers across the UK - helping to reduce reliance on conventional chemistry through targeted, evidence-based Integrated Pest Management (IPM). With over 80 years of horticultural expertise and a Royal Warrant held for more than 50 years, we bring the knowledge and the products to make biological control work in practice, not just in principle.

Whether you're managing ornamentals, soft fruit, herbs, or protected crops, our biological control programmes support healthier plants, improved resilience, and long-term crop consistency - as part of a wider Holistic Growing approach.

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INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT

A whole-system approach to pest control

IPM combines biological controls, cultural practices, crop hygiene, monitoring, and data-led decision-making to deliver reliable, long-term protection. At Fargro, IPM informs our product recommendations, our site visits, and our technical diagnostics - it's woven into everything we do. We don't just supply biological controls and step back. We design programmes, walk crops, check compatibility, and stay involved through the season.

Our IPM support includes:

  • Tailored biological control programmes for your crop, pest pressure, and growing environment
  • Crop-specific pest prevention planning - before problems take hold
  • Crop walks and on-site monitoring
  • Compatibility advice for existing inputs and programmes
  • Seasonal planning to time biological introductions correctly
  • Monitoring tools and best-practice application guidance

HOW BIOLOGICAL CONTROLS HELP

Biological controls for more resilient crops

We supply a full range of biological controls used by professional growers across the UK - each chosen for efficacy, reliability, and compatibility with IPM systems, supplied through our partnership with Koppert Biological Controls.

Reduce reliance on conventional pesticides

Reduce reliance on conventional pesticides

Natural predators and parasitoids target specific pests - lowering resistance risk and supporting more sustainable production.

Take back control of your plants from aphids with the tactical use of biologicals

Support residue-free production

Biological controls leave no chemical residues - increasingly important for growers supplying retailers with strict residue requirements.

Improve pest resistance management

Improve pest resistance management

Rotating biological controls within an IPM programme helps manage resistance build-up that makes conventional chemistry less effective over time

Promote a healthier crop environment

Promote a healthier crop environment

A well-managed biological programme supports beneficial microbial activity and reduces physiological stress caused by repeated chemical applications.

APPLICATION

Correct application makes the difference

Biological controls are highly effective when applied correctly - and significantly less so when they're not. Temperature, humidity, timing, crop stage, and input compatibility all affect programme performance. This is where Fargro's technical support makes a real difference.

Our application support includes:

  • Compatibility checks with chemical inputs - before you commit, not after something goes wrong
  • Climate condition advice for specific predators and organisms
  • Nutritional support to strengthen crop tolerance to pest pressure
  • Data-led monitoring to inform better IPM decisions
  • Problem-solving for challenging pests or growing environments
FIND YOUR PEST

Choose the pest you want to control.

Select a pest below to find the right biological solution for your crop.

COMMON QUESTIONS

What is biological pest control and how does it work?
Biological pest control uses living organisms - beneficial insects, nematodes, and natural predators - to manage pest populations without chemical residues or resistance risk.

Are biological controls suitable for all commercial crops?
They've been used successfully across ornamentals, hardy nursery stock, soft fruit, herbs, and outdoor crops. Programme design varies by crop and environment - our team will advise on the right approach.

Can biological controls be used alongside conventional pesticides?
Yes - but compatibility needs careful management. Some conventional inputs are harmful to beneficial organisms. Fargro provides specific compatibility advice before you commit to a programme.

When is the right time to introduce biological controls?
Earlier is almost always better - introducing biologicals before pest populations build gives the best results. We advise on optimal timing for your crop calendar and specific organisms.

How do I get started with a biological control programme?
Contact our Bios team for an initial conversation about your crop, growing environment, and current pest management approach. We'll design a programme tailored to your situation.

Speak to the Biological Control Team

Whether you're establishing a new IPM programme or troubleshooting a specific pest challenge, our specialists are ready to help.

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