Bionema Launches NemaGen® — A Breakthrough UK Bioinsecticide Delivering Up to 95% Pest Control with Zero Chemical Residue
Swansea, UK – 6th May 2025 — As global agriculture continues its transition toward sustainable farming and eco-safe pest control, UK-based biocontrol innovator Bionema Group has unveiled NemaGen®, a next-generation bioinsecticide that redefines pest management. Harnessing the natural power of entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs), NemaGen® delivers up to 95% pest mortality under optimal conditions — without leaving any chemical residue.
A New Era of Sustainable Pest Management
Developed after years of rigorous R&D and extensive field testing, NemaGen® addresses the key limitations of earlier biological pest control solutions. Built from native UK strains of Steinernema and Heterorhabditis, this innovative formulation offers extended shelf life, enhanced field performance, and high consistency across various soil and climate conditions.
“We are moving beyond chemical-heavy practices to biology-led, environmentally intelligent solutions,” said Dr. Minshad Ansari, CEO and Founder of Bionema Group. “NemaGen® empowers farmers, growers, turf professionals, and foresters with a practical, residue-free alternative that meets both sustainability goals and global regulatory standards.”
A Cross-Sector Biological Solution
NemaGen® is a powerful bioinsecticide designed for multiple industries:
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Agriculture: Targets cutworms (Agrotis spp.), wireworms (Agriotes spp.), and rootworms (Diabrotica spp.) for cleaner, healthier crop production.
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Horticulture: Effectively controls fungus gnats, thrips, and vine weevils, ideal for protected crops and soft fruit farming.
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Turf Management: Trusted by golf courses and sports venues to manage chafer grubs and leatherjackets.
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Forestry: Protects young conifers and spruce against cockchafers and pine weevils with long-lasting soil persistence.
Science-Backed Mode of Action
The beneficial nematodes in NemaGen® naturally hunt and penetrate insect larvae, releasing symbiotic bacteria that cause fatal septicemia within 24–72 hours. These nematodes then multiply inside the host, re-enter the soil, and continue the life cycle — providing continuous pest control without harming humans, animals, plants, or beneficial insects.
Aligned with Global Sustainability Goals
NemaGen® supports several international and national sustainability frameworks:
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EU Farm to Fork Strategy
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UK Sustainable Farming Initiative
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Organic Certification Schemes
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UN SDG 2: Zero Hunger
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UN SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
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UN SDG 15: Life on Land
A Pipeline of Ongoing Innovation
Bionema Group continues to advance biological pest management through innovative formulations and delivery systems, including:
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Microencapsulation for improved microbial stability and delivery.
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Gel-based formulations enhancing shelf life and field performance.
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Precision delivery systems for soil and foliar applications.
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R&D into foliar-adapted nematodes for above-ground pest control.
The Business Case: Sustainable, Scalable, and Profitable
Beyond its environmental benefits, NemaGen® offers significant economic advantages for growers and turf managers:
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Reduces turf and crop replanting losses.
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Eliminates chemical storage and licensing costs.
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Opens doors to premium organic and export markets.
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Avoids compliance penalties related to pesticide residues and pollinator harm.
In multi-site field trials across the UK and Europe, NemaGen® consistently achieved 70–95% pest control for major soil-dwelling insect species.
Conclusion: A Future-Proof Solution for Global Agriculture
NemaGen® is more than just a product — it represents a shift from chemical dependency to biological intelligence in crop and turf management. Offering a robust, eco-friendly, and scalable alternative, it helps the global agricultural community embrace a future built on sustainability, safety, and innovation.
