Wilbur-Ellis to distribute T34 Biocontrol biological fungicide across U.S.
The partnership is intended to expand access to biological disease management tools that align with the evolving needs of U.S. agriculture.
Biocontrol Technologies, a specialist in biological crop protection solutions, has entered into a distribution agreement with Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness to support commercialization of T34 Biocontrol in the U.S. market.
According to a joint press release, Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness, one of the largest agricultural retailers in the United States, will distribute T34 Biocontrol to U.S. growers through its commercial network and technical support teams. T34 Biocontrol is EcoCert approved for organic farming systems.
“Entering into this agreement with Wilbur-Ellis represents an important strategic step for Biocontrol Technologies in the United States,” said Eduard Fernando, general manager of Biocontrol Technologies. “The U.S. is a key market for the future of biological crop protection, and partnering with a distributor of Wilbur-Ellis’ scale and technical strength provides a strong platform to support growers with T34 Biocontrol. We are confident in the product’s role as part of integrated disease management programs.”
Under the agreement, Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness will leverage its commercial network and technical expertise to support adoption across key agricultural regions. The partnership is intended to expand access to biological disease management tools that align with the evolving needs of U.S. agriculture.
T34 Biocontrol is a biological control agent based on the beneficial microorganism Trichoderma asperellum strain T34. The product is designed to help control foliar and soil-borne fungal diseases while promoting root health and overall plant resilience. Its mode of action allows it to be incorporated into broader crop management strategies.
The product is intended for use across a range of high-value crops where soil health and disease pressure are significant concerns. It is designed for integration into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs alongside conventional crop protection practices, providing growers with additional disease management options.
According to the companies, the agreement reflects the growing role of biological crop protection products in agriculture. Biological products such as T34 Biocontrol are increasingly being adopted as tools that can complement conventional fungicides while supporting sustainability goals and evolving market expectations.