The International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA) announced it has received 30 applications from 14 countries across all the different categories for the Bernard Blum award.

“The extent and scope of the applications was impressive and reflects the growth and development of the biocontrol industry,” stated IBMA.

Every year since 2015, the Bernard Blum Award has been given to innovative biocontrol products that have a high impact on the management of pests or diseases while having a low impact on human health and the environment.

New AG International has been the official partner since the inaugural Bernard Blum award in 2015.

This year, there will be four innovations awarded at ABIM, 21 October, and given the the chance to present their innovation.
• Gold Award for an innovative biocontrol product
• Silver Award for an innovative biocontrol product
• Bronze Award for an innovative biocontrol product
• Award for best innovative product assisting uptake of biocontrol

An independent jury will select the winning products that provide an effective solution for the management of pests or diseases while having a low impact on human health and the environment. Specifically, the jury focuses on the following criteria: scientific foundation and merit; degree of innovation; contribution to sustainable agriculture; and commercial opportunity

This year’s nominees from the 30 applications across all categories are:
Innovative Biocontrol Product (in alphabetical order)
BioFirst Group: Vespiformis-System
Biotalys: EVOCA
Certis Biologicals: TOLTEK
Cearitis: REMO – SAMO – PERA
Indigo: Biotrinsic X19

Product Assisting Uptake of Biocontrol Product (in alphabetical order)
Agrobio: Powerfood 3.0
The Crop Capsules Company: CottonCAP

In keeping with previous years, IBMA will award a trophy to the winner. The prize winner will be offered an interview in 2BMonthly, the highly regarded publication for biological ag inputs.

The four shortlisted finalists will have the opportunity to present their innovative products at the award ceremony at ABIM 2024.

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Winners of Bernard Blum Award for Biocontrol Product 2023