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Since the ban on neonicotinoid seed treatments, farmers have relied heavily on pyrethroid insecticides to control Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle. This overuse has led to beetle resistance, reducing the profitability of growing Oil Seed Rape (OSR).

This project will seek to transfer the efficacy of combined products demonstrated in the laboratory into practical use in the field, towards improving OSR yields through a sustainable use of pesticides.

With the support of industry partners, 'ENIGMA V' will focus on key outputs including:

• Scientific evaluation into the efficacy of botanical pesticides and optimise product applications.
• Understand which biopesticide/pyrethroid combinations will be selected for evaluation their efficacy and potential use in the field.
• Working with partners to improve control of cabbage stem flea beetles on Oil Seed Rape.