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Around Andermatt in an Afternoon
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 PHP is quite the contrary. The company […]
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
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. Hungary’s agricultural sector is vital to its economy, characterized by rich, diverse landscapes that support […]
Sustainability Report AGAG
Greenhouse gas emissions for the entire Group were calculated for 2023 based on the internationally recognized Greenhouse Gas Protocol. We have set ourselves milestones and are pursuing the targets by means of specific measures. The Andermatt Group has set itself the goal of reducing directly caused greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2040, and […]
In Conversation with Andermatt Group CEO, Daniel Zingg
Back row ,left to right: Ralph Schwarz (Andermatt Biogarten), Dr. Brendon Neumann (AGAG), Daniel Zingg (AGAG), Urs Fanger (Andermatt BioVet), Dr. Graeme Gowling (AGAG), George Komianos (Andermatt Anthesis), Andre Fox (Andermatt Mozambique), Matthias Kohler (Andermatt Biogarten DE), Erwin Steinmann (AGAG), Marc Kalmbach (Andermatt Biovet DE), Luis Leguizamón(Agricheck), Hamish Ker (Andermatt Kenya) Middle row, left to […]
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 […]
Andermatt Group AG Acquires 80% Shareholding in Agricheck Srl, Expanding Presence in Argentina
The strategic acquisition strengthens Andermatt Group’s global presence in sustainable agriculture and enhances access to the South American market. Andermatt Group AG, a global leader in sustainable agricultural solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of an 80% majority shareholding in Agricheck Srl, a renowned biocontrol and agricultural technology provider, in Argentina. Andermatt’s acquisition of […]
Scheffer and Andermatt Brasil Forge Strategic Partnership for Biological Production in Brazil
Scheffer and Andermatt Brasil have announced a global agreement for the local production of bio-inputs at Scheffer’s factory in Sapezal. The product to be manufactured will be Phosbac®, a high-quality bio-input developed by ABiTEP. This initiative will reduce delivery times, ensuring greater agility and efficiency for Brazilian producers. This collaboration leverages ABiTEP’s expertise in microbial […]
Baculovirus Success in Sicily: A Triumph for Farmers
Sicily’s tomato production is a vital part of Italy’s agricultural sector, with around 7,000 hectares dedicated to tomato cultivation. However, the battle against pests like Tuta absoluta is relentless. Andermatt’s baculovirus solution Tutavir® contains a Phthorimaea operculella granulovirus for effective and selective control of the tomato leafminer, Tuta absoluta. Having won the Bernard Blum award […]