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קיבוץ משמר העמק רוכש 25% מחברת הדברה ביולוגית תמורת 80 מיליון שקל כלכליסט
קיבוץ משמר העמק רוכש 19% ממניות חברת ההדברה הביולוגית ביו־בי מידי צביקה בירן ואיתמר ברטפלד, בעסקה של כ־100 מיליון דולר. נתח נוסף של 6% יירכש מקיבוץ שדה אליהו, שיישאר בעל השליטה בחברה, עם 75%. ההשקעה מתבצעת על מנת לסייע לחברה להתמודד עם מזיקים ולגדל דבורים להאבקה. ביו־בי מערכות ביולוגיות היא חברה מובילה בתחום ההדברה הביולוגית ומפעילה מפעל בשדה אליהו.
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What's next for IPM? New biological solutions and more - Greenhouse Canada
The article discusses the latest developments in biocontrol, a preventative strategy that uses biological inputs to improve the economic and environmental sustainability of production systems. The author highlights five technologies that could benefit the Canadian greenhouse industry. These include supplemental food for predatory species in greenhouse crops developed by Biobee, new predators for tomato russet mite discovered by Biobest, a new microbial biocontrol agent for the tomato leafminer developed by Andermatt Biocontrol, a new type of biological pesticide developed by Vestaron, and enhanced biopesticide formulations.
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Kibbutz Startup Turns Fly Larvae Into Protein-Rich Animal Feed
Agriculture company BioBee Biological Systems Ltd. is processing fly larvae into nutritious feed for farmed fish, chicken, and pets. The larvae of the black soldier fly contain high values of protein and fat, making it an ideal substitute protein source. The company is experiencing growth in the production of larvae-based food and is expanding its experiments to other farmed fish. The use of insect-based protein would decrease dependency on wild-caught fish for animal feed. BioBee develops and markets farmer-friendly predatory insects and mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides and sells its products in over 50 countries worldwide.
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Israeli researchers angling to use flies as fish, animal food
BioBee Biological System, operated by Kibbutz Sde Eliyahu, is utilizing black soldier fly larvae as a rich source of protein and fat for animal feed and fish meal. The company aims to provide an environmentally friendly substitute for fish meal and other animal foods. The trial run feeding trout with protein from flies was successful, leading to plans for expansion in fish farms. With fish populations dwindling, insects are considered a better quality replacement for protein demands. Breeding insects is also environmentally friendly and has minimal environmental impact. The black soldier fly larvae are suitable and healthy for human consumption as well.
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Israel's BioBee Ships 160 Million Predatory Wasps To South Africa
South Africa has paid Israeli company BioBee $24 million for 160 million killer wasps to help its farmers combat pests naturally. The wasps are being deployed in vineyards and orchards, reducing the need for harmful pesticides. BioBees technique involves using predatory bugs to attack and kill harmful insects, providing a chemical-free solution. The companys solutions can be found on farms in 50 countries. The impact of BioBees method has been measured in Israel, where it reduced the use of pesticides by 75% on sweet pepper crops and 80% on strawberry crops. The current shipment of wasps is a joint venture with another Israeli company, Hishtil, which operates nurseries in South Africa.
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Israel Exports 500 Million Predatory Insects, Bumblebees, to Russia
BioBee Biological Systems, an Israeli company, has sent 500 million predatory insects to Russia to assist in developing independent Russian agriculture. The European boycott on Russian produce following the Russian invasion of Crimea severely impacted Russian agriculture, and Israel is now providing expertise and assistance to sustain local agriculture. BioBee is constructing hothouses for Russian farmers and advising them on innovative methods, including non-toxic pest control using beneficial insects and mites. The company has also sent bumblebees for pollination. BioBee is conducting experiments with bumblebees to pollinate cherry orchards in Crimea, which could open new markets for Israel. The decline in bee diversity and the negative impact on crop pollination in other parts of the world make Israeli innovation in non-toxic pest control and revitalizing bumblebee hives valuable solutions for global agriculture.
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The man who sells spiders for strawberries
The article discusses the work of Dr. Shimon Steinberg, R&D manager for Bio-Bee, an agricultural company that provides beneficial insects and mites for biological pest control. Bio-Bees top-selling product is a predatory mite used to control spider mites, a devastating agricultural pest. The company also raises bumblebees for pollination and sterile fruit flies to control pests in fruit trees. Bio-Bees products have helped reduce the use of chemical pesticides by 75% for sweet-pepper farmers in Israel. The company exports its products to 32 countries and has seen significant growth since its founding in 1983. It has attracted outside financial investors since 2004 and has a partnership with Hollands Koppert Biological Systems. The article highlights Dr. Steinbergs passion for his work and his goal of finding more effective natural pest control solutions.
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Colombian farmers welcome Israeli bugs for pest control
BioBee Biological Systems, based in Israel, will be shipping 600 million predatory mites to farmers in Colombia as a natural form of pest control. The use of these mites will allow farmers to reduce pesticide usage by up to 80% and meet export standards. BioBees products are sold in over 50 countries, with South America being an important market. The company provides guidance and support to the farms it works with. The return on investment for the mites makes it worthwhile for farmers. BioBee also pioneered an all-natural approach to fighting fruit-fly infestations.
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Israel exports 400 million sterilized flies
Israeli company BioBee Biological Systems will export sterilized flies to Croatia and Bosnia to prevent crop damage by pests. The flies will be distributed in orchards along the border between the two countries and will mate with female fruit flies, leading to a reduction in the fruit fly population. The flies are sterilized using radiation and are grown specifically for this purpose. BioBee has been operating since the 1980s and specializes in developing natural enemies of agricultural pests and biological pest control methods. The company also grows other insects that attack pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. The contract between BioBee and the Atomic Energy Commission is valued at NIS 1 million.
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Israel sells 380 million male fruit flies to Croatia
Israeli company BioBee has supplied Croatia with 380 million sterile Mediterranean male fruit flies to help combat the countrys fruit fly problem. The flies were bred at BioBees lab and sterilized using radiation before being transported to Croatia. The purpose of the exercise is for the sterile flies to mate with local females, resulting in barren eggs and reducing damage to orchards. BioBee sells a range of insects for agricultural purposes and has collaboration agreements with the Palestinian Authority, Jordan, and several European countries. The companys CEO, Shaul Bassi, stated that BioBee is a leader in insect breeding due to its stability and ability to keep its bugs alive for sale.
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Biocontrol of pests may get a boost
Israel-based company BioBee is expanding its operations to India, introducing the natural method of biological control of pests in vegetables, fruits, and flowers. The company offers predatory insects and small spiders as an alternative to chemical pesticides, aiming to reduce the harmful impact of chemicals on the environment and human beings. BioBee is focusing on several states in India and plans to collaborate with agricultural universities and research centers to develop local solutions. The companys approach is expected to be cheaper in the long run compared to traditional chemical pesticides.
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Israeli Pesticide Company That Fights Pests With Bumble Bees Now Launches In India
Bio-Bee Biological Systems, an Israeli company specializing in biologically-based integrated pest management, is launching operations in India. The company aims to reduce the use of harsh chemical pesticides by implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through the mass harvesting of beneficial insects and mites. This method helps achieve a balance between pest populations and their natural enemies, reducing the need for pesticides. Bio-Bees main solutions involve using bumblebees for pollination and fruit flies for the Sterile Insect Technique. India, with its growing agricultural exports and the need to meet stringent safety standards, presents a significant market for Bio-Bees products. The company will initially focus on Maharashtra and Karnataka, employing local agronomists and receiving support from Israeli specialists.
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The man who sells spiders for strawberries
The article discusses the work of Dr. Shimon Steinberg, R&D manager for Bio-Bee, a company that provides beneficial insects and mites for biological pest control. The company also raises bumblebees for natural pollination and sterile Mediterranean fruit fly males. Steinberg talks about the success of Bio-Bees products, such as the predatory mite used to control spider mites in California strawberries. He also expresses his dream of finding more robust and reliable beneficial insects for mass production. The article mentions that Bio-Bee exports its products to 32 nations and has financial investors since 2004. The company has a partnership with Hollands Koppert Biological Systems. Overall, the article has a growth-positive impact on Bio-Bee.
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