- The European project advances in developing natural fumigants to combat greenhouse pests with a lower environmental impact and greater safety for farmers
Brussels, March 31st , 2025 – The European project LIFE NextFUMIGREEN continues to progress with the application of fumigants in the EOR trial. On Thursday, March 27, 2025, fumigation tests were conducted on pepper crops in Sicily, Italy. This study is part of ongoing research to develop a natural fumigant biopesticide capable of controlling pests such as whiteflies and Botrytis fungus, while ensuring lower environmental impact and greater safety for farmers.
The trial will evaluate different doses according to the guidelines of the partners B&B Asesores, Comercial Química Massó, Centro Tecnológico Tecnova and FumiHogar to comply with the EU regulatory requirements related to plant protection products, aiming to determine the most effective and sustainable formula. This fumigation method ensures a homogeneous distribution of the biopesticide, maximizing its protective effect on greenhouse crops.
A key project for the future of agriculture
LIFE NextFUMIGREEN is committed to innovative solutions that reduce dependence on conventional pesticides and promote biodiversity and food security. The project’s key goals include:
- Lower toxicity in phytosanitary treatments.
- Greater efficiency in pest and disease control.
- Reduced environmental impact in horticultural production.
The project has a total budget of €2,758,921.01, is 60% co-funded by the LIFE program of the European Union, and will run for four and a half years. The initiative is led by FumiHogar, in collaboration with B&B Asesores, Comercial Química Massó, BrioAgro Tech, and Fundación Finnova.
About LIFE NextFUMIGREEN
LIFE NextFUMIGREEN is an agricultural innovation project focused on developing natural fumigants derived from plant extracts. Its goal is to enhance phytosanitary protection practices in greenhouses, offering an effective and eco-friendly alternative to conventional products.
📎 More information: https://lifefumigreen.finnova.eu/