A new climate-smart innovative biopesticide is being investigated for commercial production. It will be the first locally made biopesticide in Mauritius. Current pesticides contain harsh chemicals. Bio-liquid soap is a biodegradable natural product which is made from plant- based oils like canola, coconut, neem and with additional herbs extract like ferns, rosemary, gingko as well as seaweed extract. Seaweed extract has very good biopesticidal properties. Seaweed and plant-based products are renewable, readily bio-degradable, sustainable, and safe for the environment. A new local product in the form of a new liquid bio-product (used as a wetting agent) will be produced. Collaboration with external Institutions is sought. Both South Africa and Mauritius will exploit export avenues. Namibia University and Agricultural Research Council, South Africa will collaborate on the project. Mr Clifford Dove, Managing Director, Roger Fayd'Herbe Co. Ltd has expressed interest to support our team given that it is very promising and innovative and will be roped in after the project and will be involved only in the sales and marketing of the product.
Keywords
Biopesticides,seaweed extract,bio-liquid soap,sustainable system of production
