Biopesticides gain space in major crops

The Brazilian market for biopesticides has registered growth in the current crop season, driven by the search for sustainable production systems, the advancement of pest resistance to chemical pesticides, and the demand for foods with lower residue. The segment moved R$ 4.35 billion, an increase of 18% compared to 2023/24, according to the FarmTrak Bioinsumos 2024/25 study by Kynetec. The adoption of biopesticides is led by soybeans, which account for 48% of the volume used in the country, followed by corn, sugarcane, cotton, coffee, and vegetables and fruits. The market's expansion outlook is reinforced by the projection of 177 million tons in the 2025/26 crop and by a planted area estimated at 49.1 million hectares, a growth of 3.6% compared to the previous cycle, according to data from the National Supply Company (Conab). In this context, technological advancement has contributed to the consolidation of the segment, with a focus on products based on baculovirus, which already ...