Kenyan company producing natural solutions for pest control
Although chemical pesticides are available, concerns have been raised about their impact on both human and environmental health.
At a plant north of the capital Nairobi, a Kenyan company is producing innovative natural solutions for pest control. Kenya Biologics has developed bio insecticides that promise zero harm to the environment and food. One of its products is called Helitec, and is used to fight the African bollworm pest, common in many crops including maize, vegetables, flowers and cotton.
“The advantage of the product is that it is so specific against this one caterpillar it will not harm bees or other beneficial insects. You can immediately harvest and eat the food without any harm. You could even pour a bottle of the product over your head without any adverse effects,” says Chris Kolenberg, CEO of Kenya Biologics.
The company sells a wide range of non-toxic pesticides. Its main target customers are farmers engaged in the export business, and those in organic farming.
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