The IOBC-WPRS Working Group “Pesticides and Beneficial Organisms” invites you to join the upcoming focused workshop under the theme:
“A NEW CHAPTER: Pesticides, Beneficials, and the Path Forward”
The aim of this focused workshop is to bring together experts to review the outcomes of the 2024 questionnaire, assess the current status of the Working Group, and engage in structured discussions to define future research directions and foster collaboration. Strong support for the revival of the Working Group—expressed by over 80% of respondents from 13 European countries—underscores the relevance of its mission. Particular emphasis will be placed on maintaining the pesticide side-effect database and updating test methods to address new biocontrol products and evolving regulatory challenges, as highlighted in the survey.
During the meeting, a new Convenor and Deputy Convenor will be elected.
Download: First Announcement (pdf)
Registration: https://forms.gle/sUc5db9GQKc4W3vv8