Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Plant Biodefenders
CompletedAgriculture & Food
Tanzania
DEG Impulse
Plant Biodefenders is a Tanzanian company that manufactures an innovative biopesticide called Vuruga Biocide. The biopesticide is made from the Aspergillus oryzae fungus and effectively controls pests like the invasive fall armyworm and tomato leafminer. The company sells its affordable and environmentally friendly biopesticide to agricultural input distributors, wholesalers, and directly to growers of various crops.
Investment
- Country: Tanzania
- Public Funding: EUR 300,000
- Start of Funding: 07/2023
- Public Partner: DEG Impulse
Impact
Zero Hunger
Climate Action
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