Andermatt Update
News from Andermatt Companies
Shielding Vines from Botrytis and Trunk Disease – T-77®’s Journey to European Vineyards
T-77 is a biocontrol product developed from a Trichoderma strain isolated in South Africa to combat fungal diseases in grapevines and is poised to tackle the significant economic challenges faced by European viticulture by such infections.
After proven success in South African vineyards, showing efficacy against disease, and without affecting wine fermentation or quality, T-77 is well on its way to being registered and then integrated into pest management programs in Europe.
RhizoVital® C5
Now With Patent-Confirmed Cold Tolerance RhizoVital® C5, our proven Bacillus atrophaeus biostimulant, has reached an exciting new milestone. The Bacillus atrophaeus ABi05 used in RhizoVital® C5 is now patent-confirmed as cold-tolerant – delivering measurable benefits to crops even at soil temperatures as low as 8 °C. This sets it apart from other Bacillus strains, which […]
Event review: Öko-Feldtage – Organic Field Days 2025, Saxony, Germany
On June 18 and 19, 2025, the Organic Field Days – one of the most important events for organic farmers in Germany – took place at the Bioland farm Wassergut Canitz in Saxony. The event is organized by FiBL Projekte GmbH in cooperation with the Saxon Ministry of Energy, Climate Protection, Environment and Agriculture. It […]
New Product Registration – Nexula-N® Easy Flow
Andermatt PHP is pleased to introduce Nexula-N® Easy Flow, a bacterial-based product, designed to revolutionize row crop nutrition. This innovative dry powder seed treatment features the Priestia megaterium strain PHP1706, a powerful nitrogen fixer that ensures crops such as maize, sunflower, wheat, and soya receive a consistent nitrogen supply throughout the growing season. CEO Kristy […]
Enhancing Potted Herb Production with RhizoVital C5
Overcoming Winter Growth Challenges in Potted Herbs Consumer demand for high-quality, locally grown potted herbs remains strong year-round. However, nurseries in regions with low winter light levels face significant challenges in maintaining consistent plant growth. Even with supplemental lighting, reduced light availability slows plant development, making it difficult to meet market expectations.To address this issue, ABiTEP, an Andermatt Company in collaboration […]
Around Andermatt in an Afternoon
A celebratory story from the Andermatt PHP team Andermatt PHP is one of ten manufacturing companies within the Andermatt Group. Based in Dargle Valley, KZN, South Africa, with a staff complement of sixty-six people, this team includes multiple doctorate and masters’ colleagues. Whilst one may expect research and science-based companies to be serious and boring, […]
Andermatt acquires beneficial insect business, Entocare C.V.
Andermatt Nederland B.V. is pleased to announce the acquisition of the beneficial insect business of Entocare C.V., effective January 1, 2025. This strategic acquisition strengthens Andermatt’s position as a leading provider of biological plant protection solutions and expands its product portfolio with innovative technologies and services in the field of biological plant protection. “We are […]
Andermatt Success in Hungary
Driving Sustainable Agriculture in Hungary: The Success of Andermatt’s Biological Solutions Hungary’s agricultural landscape is evolving, with farmers increasingly turning to sustainable solutions in response to climate challenges and EU regulations. Andermatt’s innovative biological products, in partnership with Biocont magyarország kft (Biocont Hungary Ltd), are transforming pest control and crop resilience. A Glimpse into Agriculture, […]
Bb-Protec: Leading the Fight Against Coffee Berry Borer in Brazil
Coffee growers in Brazil are facing a growing challenge managing the coffee berry borer (Hypothenemus hampei), one of the most destructive pests in coffee production. With bans on certain chemical insecticides, growers have searched for effective alternatives. The team at Andermatt Brazil leveraged the expertise of the Andermatt Group and identified Bb-Protec®, a biological insecticide […]