As a response to the increasing Xylella outbreaks in Europe, the BIOVEXO Project explores innovative biopesticides, which target the Xylella bacterium.
Six candidate biocontrol solutions acting either against Xylella or its vector will be tested within the BIOVEXO Project:
- two bacterial strains
- a microbial metabolite
- two plant extracts
- an entomopathogenic fungus
These biopesticides will be tested for use in curative and preventive approaches of Xylella fastidiosa. Following the small-scale on-field validation and improved formulation, the BIOVEXO Project aims to upscale production of best-performing biopesticides.
A large pilot scale on-field validation of control strategies for integrated pest management, including a real-life evaluation in two major Xylella outbreak regions in Europe will be conducted.
