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What is a biopesticide?
What is a biopesticide?
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Know what biopesticides are and the importance of eco-friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
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Biopesticides are pesticides derived from natural sources such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, plants, or animals, which generally control pests by non-toxic methods, making them eco-friendly.
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