Device and Method for Handling, Packaging, Storing, Transporting, Applying and Releasing Biological Pest Control Agents and Other Substances

Abstract

The biological control of agricultural pests is growing rapidly due to the increasing trend towards healthier foodstuffs. The present invention is a response to this and aims to enhance productivity and optimize the entire biological control chain, from operations related to breeding, production, handling, and storage of organisms, as well as transportation, release, and field application. This reduces costs and increases efficiency in the sustainable management of pests, optimizing the quality and viability of biological crop protection products, which include but are not limited to chemical powders, minerals, microbiological agents, insects in the form of eggs, pupae and adults, earthworms, animal feed, seeds, or fruits. These products require specific climatic conditions, and their physical integrity must be maintained, minimizing stress and damage from production to release into the environment. To improve the operation of this system, the concept of using cartridges and refills has been developed.

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