Pioneering the New Golden Era of Agri-Inputs, AXEB (China) Unveils Strategic Upgrades and Innovative Products
On January 5, 2024, Shanghai hosted a pivotal forum themed “Exploring New Categories, Creating Shared Value.” The event, jointly organized by Agri-Input Daily and AXEB (China), focused on innovation in the biochemical pesticide industry. From technology advancements to future directions, the forum explored this emerging sector in depth. AXEB (China) took center stage, unveiling nine groundbreaking biochemical pesticide formulations, five new product brands, and its cutting-edge innovation: “Green Nano Core Encapsulation Technology”.
Policy Momentum Drives Biopesticide Development
China's dual-carbon policies emphasize balancing development with environmental stewardship, as highlighted by President Xi. The forum echoed these priorities, addressing the role of biochemical pesticides in modern agriculture. Positioned as a high-potential segment within agri-inputs, biopesticides align seamlessly with national policies targeting pesticide reduction and sustainable farming. Biopesticides meet both modernization and environmental goals, forming a crucial pillar for the industry’s sustainable transformation.
Jianqiu Zhang, Editor-in-Chief, China Chemical Industry News
Accelerating Biopesticide Approvals
Government investment in innovation, coupled with strict limitations on chemical pesticide use, has created unprecedented opportunities for biopesticides. A report on biopesticide registration highlighted significant progress: Biochemical pesticides, microbial pesticides, and botanical-based products are now recognized under biopesticide management. Registration rates for biochemical pesticides have surged. From 2018 to 2023, 44% of new active ingredient registrations in China were biopesticides, with 13 categorized as biochemical pesticides. Biochemical pesticides are gaining momentum, presenting exciting opportunities for the industry's growth.
Hongjun Zhang, Director, Toxicology Division, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Advancing Biopesticides to Transform Agriculture
A report on biopesticides' role in pest control underscored their importance in tackling critical crop challenges. It called for the integration of biopesticides and chemical solutions, ensuring complementary strengths and holistic strategies. The future lies in coordinated development, where biopesticides and traditional solutions create sustainable, efficient outcomes.
Fengle Wang, Vice President, China Pesticide Development and Application Association
Nano-Technology Enhances Biopesticide Performance
Breakthroughs in nanotechnology are redefining biopesticide efficacy: Nano-pesticides demonstrate 31.5% higher efficiency than conventional solutions. Non-target toxicity drops by 43.1%, while process losses are reduced by 41.4%. These advancements improve compatibility with drone-based applications and enhance active ingredient distribution and pest control effectiveness. Nanotechnology bridges innovation and practical application, ensuring biopesticides deliver unmatched value to modern agriculture.
Qiliang Huang, Researcher, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences
AXEB (China): Bridging Tradition and Innovation
AXEB (China) thrives at the intersection of history and innovation, unlocking new productivity paradigms. Its nine new active ingredients redefine crop protection, emphasizing safety, zero resistance, and organic farming compatibility.
Key innovations include: SUNBK Featuring Green Nano Core Encapsulation, delivering broad-spectrum disease defense and rapid plant activation. New product lines (Kang·X, Membrane·X, Copper·X, and TAITOON) tailored for integrated pest management.
Biochemical pesticides are not just a product evolution but a paradigm shift, enabling agriculture to meet modern sustainability demands.
Xiaojiu Zhai, Chairman, AXEB (China)
Shaping the Future of Sustainable Agriculture
This forum provided a platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies and define the industry's roadmap. As AXEB (China) pioneers advancements in biochemical pesticides, the industry moves closer to a greener, more sustainable future, cementing its place as the next golden era of agri-inputs.
