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Mechanical and physical controls are just one part of integrated pest management (IPM). IPM draws on a range of control methods, combining them to achieve effective, long-term pest management while reducing unnecessary risks. Here's an overview of the key methods 👇

Agriculture, trade and innovation are taking centre stage at the 32nd National Agricultural Show in Jinja, Uganda. While we're currently inviting applications for GLOBALG.A.P. certification support through the EU-funded SPS Uganda Project, CABI and partners are also engaging with farmers and other stakeholders at this year's show. Running from 26 June to 5 July 2026, the show provides an opportunity to showcase practical pest management solutions for crops including mango, avocado and tomato - whilst also allowing visitors to learn more about the SPS Uganda Project. EU SPS Project Manager, Dr Caroline Nankinga, told Gateway News Uganda how CABI and partners are working to reduce export rejections and improve access to EU markets. Read more: https://lnkd.in/evTC8kQW

🐌 Golden apple snails can cause serious damage to young rice plants, feeding on tender leaves and stems soon after planting. Here are three practical ways to help keep them under control 👇

Are you attending #PlantHealth2026 in Providence, RI, USA? Consider arriving a day earlier to spend the day discussing the future of microbial culture collections at the USCCN Conference 2026 “From Preservation to Innovation: Connecting Microbial Collections to Advance Science” (Friday, July 31, same venue as the APS meeting). One full day. Four sessions covering: 🔬 Data provenance & strain tracking 🤖 Automated storage & data management 🧬 AI and genomic language models applied to collection data 🤝 The value of collaborations across collections 🔭 The future of USCCN Speakers and panelists include Jonathan Jacobs PhD and Ruth R Cheng (ATCC), Ryan McCann (Ginkgo Bioworks), Thomas Roder (Abrinca Genomics), Maciej Wiatrak (University of Cambridge), Kirk Broders (USDA-ARS/NRRL), Matthew Ryan (CABI), Colin Maxwell (Ruby Bio), Neha Potnis (Auburn University), and Kyria Boundy-Mills (University of California, Davis). Keynote: George diCenzo (Queen's University), 2025 J. Roger Porter Award recipient, on rhizobial genomics and how collections support the next generation of agricultural and microbiome research. Beyond the talks, two panel discussions, a community thought leaders session, and a guided Q&A leave plenty of room for exchange. The day closes with a networking reception. 📅 July 31 | Providence, RI, USA | $125 students / $200 professionals ✅ Register: https://lnkd.in/gG6vA9iG 📋 Agenda: https://lnkd.in/giGzsuMK #USCCN2026 #MicrobialCollections #Microbiology #PlantHealth2026 #Phytobiomes #CultureCollections

What's the first step when pest numbers become too high? Mechanical and physical controls reduce pest numbers by removing them or limiting their access to crops. Some quick and effective methods which, crucially, are also safe for other organisms, are shown below 👇

📢 Call for Expressions of Interest: GLOBALG.A.P. Certification Support in Uganda The EU-funded SPS Uganda Project, led by CABI with MAAIF Uganda, HortiFresh Association Uganda and COLEAD.link, is inviting eligible micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Uganda’s fresh fruits and vegetables (FFV) value chain to apply for support towards GLOBALG.A.P. certification. Successful applicants can receive: ✅ Up to 50% support for certification costs ✅ Technical assistance and training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and GLOBALG.A.P. certification requirements ✅ Support to strengthen compliance and access high-value export markets, including the EU Eligible applicants include FFV producers, producer organisations, exporters, and nucleus farms with outgrower schemes. 📅 Application deadline: 30 July 2026 🔗 Link to EOI form: https://ow.ly/iYzQ50Zjhgn Female-led enterprises and youth-owned MSMEs are especially encouraged to apply. Together, we can strengthen Uganda’s horticulture sector, improve compliance with food safety and plant health standards, and create new export opportunities.

🍅 As tomato crops enter peak growing season in many regions, pest pressure can rise quickly. Tomato leafminers are globally invasive pests that can seriously impact yield and fruit quality, but with the right approach, they can be effectively managed. Here’s how to monitor and control tomato leafminers using sustainable methods 👇

We were delighted to welcome members of CABI’s Member Country Executive Council to Silwood Park on Monday 29th June for an immersive Open Day experience. The visit provided an opportunity for delegates to gain deeper insight into CABI’s strategy, programmes and impact, including a behind-the-scenes look at our laboratories and discussions with our experts. Offering opening remarks was CABI’s Executive Council Chair, H.E. Dr Fatou Bensouda, who summed up the spirit of the day: “I can say with confidence that in-person gatherings such as this Open Day are invaluable. They strengthen connections and allow us to explore further collaborations.” The day reinforced the importance of partnership and shared learning as we continue working with our Member Countries to support food security and sustainable development around the world 🤝💚 📸 Have a look at some highlights from the day below.

When chilli black thrips spread across southern India, many chilli farmers faced devastating crop losses, putting livelihoods at risk. To help farmers tackle the outbreak through integrated pest management, PlantwisePlus ran a campaign promoting its suite of digital tools. Now, new research demonstrates some of the ways these resources helped farmers respond to these challenges 👇 Read our latest blog to find out more about what the research reveals: https://ow.ly/Y0Zk50ZiesN

🌍 The CABI BioProtection Portal continues to expand its global reach. At the 14th Development Consortium Meeting, members reviewed progress, including the Portal's expansion to 54 countries, now covering 77.4% of the global biologicals market. The meeting also highlighted new evidence from India showing that farmers using the Portal were 94% more likely to adopt biopesticides than those who did not. Read more: https://ow.ly/U7XY50ZeFxR