We’re proud to announce that the International Tropical Fruits Network (TFNet) has joined the CABI BioProtection Portal as an associate, marking a promising step forward for tropical fruit growers worldwide.
About CABI’s 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 integrated pest management programmes.
The Portal’s data and information is available in multiple local languages and English, and is accessible online and offline across smartphones, tablets and desktops.
In collaboration with public agencies and private sector partners, the Portal’s product search tool and learning resources are being continually enhanced and expanded to empower more growers and advisors with the knowledge and tools to make sustainable choices.
What brings us together?
TFNet and the CABI BioProtection Portal share a critical mission: making agriculture more sustainable and resilient. Together, we aim to help farmers shift from heavy chemical use to biological solutions that are safer for people and the environment.
With this collaboration, together we aim to:
• Increase awareness of biological control and biopesticide solutions for tropical fruit crops
• Encourage adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) and non-chemical alternatives
• Exchange success stories to illustrate how biological solutions are being applied effectively in real-world situations
• Promote access to science-based information on sustainable crop protection
• Facilitate institutional support for bioprotection approaches
• Support growers and advisors in making more informed pest management decisions
A practical way forward
The partnership with TFNet represents another step forward in the global expansion of the CABI BioProtection Portal. The Portal is currently available in over 45 countries and serves as a trusted resource for growers and advisors seeking effective biological alternatives to chemical pesticides.
With connections across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Pacific, TFNet provides a trusted channel to introduce biocontrol methods and integrated pest management strategies that work for both large and small-scale farmers. The Portal will extend its reach to more stakeholders involved in tropical fruit production, helping them to discover, evaluate, and adopt registered biological solutions tailored to their needs.