We want to protect the nation from the effects of animal and plant diseases and pests, to enable sustainable production, trade, and a vibrant natural environment. Our focus is on building resilience to prevent, detect, adapt, and enable risk-based control.
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This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:
Plant pests and pathogens damage agricultural production and endanger food security. Their control relies heavily on the use of synthetic insecticides, leading to a negative environmental impact. Developing new methods f...
Funded by: Horizon Europe Guarantee
Lead research organisation: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
The project focuses on developing new methods for pest and pathogen control in fruits and vegetables, aligning with the goal of delivering a risk-based approach to biosecurity.
As with many developed countries the UK's agricultural land is under pressure to provide food to a growing population in the most efficient and sustainable manner. There is an added opportunity and responsibility for cou...
Funded by: ISCF
Lead research organisation: G'S FRESH LIMITED
The project focuses on developing a solution for early detection and management of crop diseases, which is directly related to the question of applying science and technology to deliver a risk-based approach to plant biosecurity.
Worldwide, crops are threatened by invertebrate pests which cause feeding damage and transmit plant viruses. High levels of infestation can cause up to 80% yield loss. Currently, farmers are advised to follow economic th...
Funded by: ISCF
Lead research organisation: MUTUS TECH LTD
The project addresses the need for accurate identification of pests and information on insecticide resistance, partially aligning with the goal of delivering a risk-based approach to biosecurity.