Transforming agriculture with nature-based solutions

The problem is clear

Current pesticides are damaging our soils, harming wildlife, and threatening human health. Farmers need safer alternatives, but effective, accessible options simply don’t exist yet.

The CROPSAFE solution

We’re developing a comprehensive library of bio-sourced crop protection compounds with proven results. Next we’ll turn them into easy-to-use plant protection products to safeguard potatoes, tomatoes and bananas.

Through European funding, we’re transforming natural materials into practical, easy-to-use products farmers can trust.

A CROPSAFE scientist analysing lignin extracts for biobased crop protection.

Preparing a field for planting. Green alternatives to toxic pesticides are needed to protect European food security.

What this means for agriculture:

Higher crop yields without environmental damage
Healthier soils that regenerate naturally
Reduced climate impact through sustainable practices
Safer food systems for everyone

Ready to learn more?

Discover our Science

A CROPSAFE scientist in her laboratory inspecting biobased formulation ingredients for sustainable agriculture.

See the full extent of our challenge, and how we intend to tackle it.

Explore our target crop pests and bio-based source materials
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Meet our expert team

CROPSAFE innovation team at June 2025 project kick-off meeting driving nature-inspired pest control research.

From biomass extraction to product development—meet the scientists and support team making it happen.

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CROPSAFE is an ambitious project looking for new biomolecules from biobased industry to manage important pests and pathogens in key crops for the European marketplace”

FEDERICO LÓPEZ-MOYA

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, UNIVERSITY OF ALICANTE