Andermatt Update
News from the Andermatt
Celebrating Dr. Martin Andermatt’s Lifetime Achievement Award: A Journey in Biologicals
BioAgTech World Congress & Expo 2025, India 40 years ago, biologicals weren’t even a consideration, as farmers around the world reached out for chemical solutions to drive production and meet demand for a growing global population. While scientific studies in the 80s had shown the benefits of biological inputs, the industry would stick to something […]
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 […]
International Women’s Day 2025
Celebrating Women at Andermatt For over 35 years, Andermatt has been a global leader in the development, production, and distribution of biological solutions to replace chemical pesticides. It was founded by Dr Martin and Dr Isabel Andermatt, whose vision is to achieve a ‘Healthy Food and Healthy Environment, for all.’ Women have always played a […]
Phthorimaea operculella granulovirus (PhopGV) Approved as a Low-Risk Active Substance in the EU
Andermatt is pleased to announce that Betabaculovirus phoperculellae (or PhopGV) has been approved as a low-risk active substance under EU Regulation 1107/2009. PhopGV is the active ingredient in Andermatt’s bioinsecticide Tutavir®, introduced in 2019 and awarded the Bernard Blum Award for the most innovative biocontrol solution that same year. Tutavir® is a novel and highly […]
Expanding Sustainability: Andermatt Group Establishes Italian Subsidiary
Grossdietwil, Switzerland – 3 February 2025 – The Andermatt Group, Global leaders in biological solutions for crop production, home and garden, and bee health are proud to announce the launch of its newest subsidiary, Andermatt Italia S.r.l. This expansion represents a significant milestone in the Group’s mission to provide innovative, sustainable alternatives to conventional plant […]
Andermatt’s Vision for 2025: Insights from the Management Team
As we look to the year ahead, we turned to the Andermatt Group Management team for their leadership, vision, and perspectives on the path tocontinued success. Their insights reflect the clarity and purpose that drive our collective journey forward. Here’s what they had to say: CEO – Daniel Zingg What is your overarching vision for […]
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, […]