As interest in sustainable agriculture grows, biocontrol products are becoming a vital part of integrated pest management strategies. However, navigating the regulatory landscape for biological plant protection products (PPPs) in the EU can be complex and significantly different from chemical PPPs.
This two-day online training offers a focused exploration of the EU regulatory framework for biopesticides. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the legal requirements and scientific principles behind the registration process for biocontrol agents, including microbials, botanicals, and semiochemicals. Particular emphasis will be placed on the approval procedures for active substances and the authorisation of products, as well as the design and evaluation of environmental risk assessments tailored to biological agents.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Sectors that should take part:
Professional groups:
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Name
Company
Karen Muñoz Cárdenas
Van der Steen Solutions, The Netherlands
Karen Muñoz Cárdenas currently runs her own company, Van der Steen Solutions, which supports researchers, growers, and regulatory professionals in the development and implementation of biological control and soil food web strategies. In her role, she offers consultancy in regulatory affairs, scientific writing, and biodiversity-friendly pest management, with a strong focus on non-target risk assessment and sustainable agriculture. She has worked in both regulatory authorities and consultancy roles, giving her a well-rounded perspective on the evaluation and preparation of biocontrol dossiers. Her research background in natural enemy ecology and 15 years of experience in field trials strengthen her ability to connect scientific insight with practical applications. Her mission is to help biodiversity thrive in agriculture by bridging science, practice, and policy.
morelessParticipation Fee: € 845.00 plus VAT.
The registration fee includes the following benefits:
Representatives of an authority or a public university are therefore eligible for a reduced fee of € 595.00 plus VAT per person (please provide evidence). The reduced fee cannot be combined with other rebates.
Group Reductions
For joint bookings received from one company we grant a 15% discount from the third participant onwards.
Terms of Cancellation / Book without Risk
You can cancel your participation in our online events free of charge and without giving reasons in writing up to 1 week before the start of the event. In the case of later cancellations and non-login to the online event, no participation fees can be refunded.
In this case, however, you will receive access to the documentation after the event.
You can name a substitute participant free of charge at any time.
Anne Möller
Programme and conceptual design
+49 231 75896-84
amoeller@akademie-fresenius.de
Anne Möller
Programme and conceptual design
+49 231 75896-84
amoeller@akademie-fresenius.de
Anne Möller
Programme and conceptual design
+49 231 75896-84
amoeller@akademie-fresenius.de
Alexandra Schardt
Organisation and participant management
+49 231 75896-74
aschardt@akademie-fresenius.de
Alexandra Schardt
Organisation and participant management
+49 231 75896-74
aschardt@akademie-fresenius.de
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We would be pleased to assist you personally:
Monika Stratmann
Phone: +49 231 75896-48
info@akademie-fresenius.de
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