Suterra

Suterra is a company that develops and manufactures environmentally friendly pest and crop protection solutions. They are known for their pioneering work in mating disruption technology, a method used to control insect pests without the use of traditional insecticides. This approach involves releasing synthetic pheromones that mimic the natural mating signals of target insects. When released in sufficient quantities, these pheromones overwhelm the insects' senses, making it difficult for males to locate females and disrupting the mating cycle. This effectively reduces the insect population over time.

The company's product line primarily consists of dispensers that slowly release these pheromones into the environment. These dispensers are designed for various agricultural settings and can be applied manually or through specialized equipment. Suterra's solutions are used across a wide range of crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and vineyards, helping growers manage pests while minimizing their environmental impact.

In addition to mating disruption, Suterra also offers other biological and biorational pest control products. Their focus on sustainable agriculture aims to provide farmers with effective alternatives to conventional chemical pesticides, promoting biodiversity and reducing potential risks to human health and the environment. The company emphasizes research and development to continually improve its technologies and expand its offerings in the field of integrated pest management.