News from Andermatt

For 30 years, Franz Bollhalder has helped shape Andermatt with his technical expertise, practical mindset and strong commitment to continuous improvement.  Franz first joined what was then Andermatt Biocontrol as a young horticultural engineering trainee. From the early days, he brought energy, curiosity and creativity to many different areas of the business – from R&D and beekeeping products to Encarsia (parasitic wasp for the

In 2026, we celebrate a remarkable entrepreneurial journey that began 25 years ago. In 2001, Luis Leguizamon founded AgriCheck in Argentina, laying the foundation for what would become one of the country’s leading companies in biological crop protection. Since its inception, Luis has guided AgriCheck with vision, determination, and an extraordinary level of personal commitment, transforming it into a respected

Ralph Schwarz has been part of Andermatt Biogarten since 2009, initially serving for two years as Product Manager before being appointed CEO of Andermatt Biogarten in 2011 – at a time when the company had a staff of just 10. With great enthusiasm, entrepreneurial vision, and considerable skill, Ralph has developed Andermatt Biogarten into a

In 2026, Andermatt Canada proudly celebrates 20 years of innovation, growth, and commitment to sustainable pest management solutions.  Founded in Fredericton, New Brunswick, in 2006 as Sylvar Technologies, the company began by developing biological solutions for Canada’s forestry sector, becoming a recognized leader in baculovirus production and forest pest management. In 2011, the company joined

Innovation in agriculture is not only about discovering new biological solutions. It is also about finding smarter, faster ways to bring those solutions to partners and growers who need them most. At Andermatt, the Regulatory Affairs team plays a critical role in making that happen. By continually improving how regulatory projects are planned, aligned, and

The Growing Challenge of Resistance Resistance management is critical to ensuring the long-term effectiveness of crop protection tools. Developing new chemically active ingredients is both time-consuming and costly, resulting in a limited pipeline of new solutions. As a result, it is essential to protect the efficacy of existing products.   Resistance has largely developed due

Michel Riva has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of Andermatt Group. Co-founder Dr Martin Andermatt is stepping down after many years in the role and will remain a member of the Board. Approved at the Annual General Meeting in May 2026, this transition marks an important milestone in the company’s history. Andermatt

Long before biological control became mainstream in agriculture, Dr Michael “Mike” Morris was quietly proving that nature itself could be one of farming’s most powerful allies. Over the next 19 years, Mike successfully introduced several plant pathogens into South Africa for weed control, including the now-famous gall rust fungus used against Port Jackson willow (Acacia