What and Why?
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) consists of using natural means of pest control ("beneficial insects") as much as possible, and in cases where the natural solution is not sufficient, alternative measures are screened and certified for use under strict upervision.

Integrated Pest Management can drastically reduce the use of chemical pesticides (in some cases up to 80% less!) and thus reduces the chances of chemical residues on the end product.

Bio-Bee's integrated pest control system includes regular supervision of the crops by inspectors trained by Bio-Bee, who remain in constant contact.
The inspector's job is to scout the crops and ensure that the proper methods are being used for pest control – whether Bio-Bee's natural solutions (beneficial insects) or alternative methods.

IPM is based on distribution of the beneficial insects at the most opportune time, and thus controlling the pests via "future generations" of these beneficial insects.

Biological Pest Control is good for the consumer, as it ensures that the product is grown using natural solutions, under strict regulations, thus reducing chemical usage to a minimum, and then only permitted substances.

Biological Pest Control is good for the farmers – firstly, because it is good for the consumer…. Marketing trends world-wide clearly indicate a preference for "healthy" fruit and vegetables, grown and cultivated in a more natural way (Healthiness and Wellness).

Every farmer knows that pests can develop resistance and tolerance towards chemical pesticides, thus causing the constant need for chemicals to be sprayed more often – and hence higher costs – until the pest gains complete immunity and a new, stronger chemical is needed. By comparison, using natural predators is more productive and lasts throughout the season!

Another benefit of IPM (and lessening the amount of chemical pesticides) is the reduction of chemical exposure to the farmer and his workers – which undoubtedly is better for their health, and the health of the environment.