native biocontrol agents

Native biocontrol agents are natural organisms, such as insects, fungi, or bacteria, that originate from a specific region and are used to manage pest populations or invasive species. They are part of the local ecosystem and have evolved alongside native pests, enabling them to effectively reduce pest numbers naturally. Employing these agents helps control pests without the need for chemical pesticides, promoting environmentally sustainable and targeted pest management strategies. Because they are native, they typically pose minimal risk to non-target species and ecosystems, making them a preferable alternative in integrated pest management.