Bioherbicides: Applications, Prospects, and Limitations
EWRS Webinar Series on Biological Control - part 3
online, 15th of April 2026
The third webinar of the EWRS series 2025-2026 on Biological Control
Maurizio Vurro will be the speaker of this webinar.
Date: Wednesday 15th April, 15.00 CEST
Natural compounds and microorganisms currently play a minor role in weed management, and only a few products have reached the market due to limitations such as high production costs, lower efficacy, limited persistence, and difficulties in targeting weeds.
Nevertheless, increasing demand for organic products, restrictions on hazardous herbicides, and the rising costs of developing new synthetic active ingredients are renewing interest in natural alternatives. Recent advances in technologies, equipment, and biotechnology are also improving the discovery, production, delivery, and risk assessment of biocontrol agents and natural compounds. In addition, innovative approaches proposed by new spin off companies show promising potential.
This presentation will provide an overview of natural compounds and microorganisms used for weed control, highlighting current limits and future perspectives.
To register for the webinar, please follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJm9ratFQKCLvTOjjr095g