VOICED : Fighting bugs with bugs in French farming

A company in southern France is replacing chemical insecticides with insects to control pests, selling 100 billion insects annually. They target professional farmers, city councils, and the retail market. Despite biodiversity concerns, the business is growing. An organic farmer uses insects for pest control, finding them effective despite higher costs. The company plans to diversify into insect-killing mushrooms.

What is the primary business of the company mentioned in the first section?

• Selling chemical insecticides

• Using insects to control pests

• Manufacturing farming equipment

• Providing organic fertilizers

Who are the main customers targeted by the company?

• Home gardeners

• Professional farmers, city councils, and the retail market

• Environmental organizations

• Chemical companies

What method does Silvino use for pollination in his fields?

• Bumblebees

• Hand pollination

• Chemical sprays

• Wind pollination

What is the main advantage of using insects over synthetic solutions according to the transcript?

• Lower cost

• Better health outcomes

• Faster results

• Easier application

What future diversification plan does the company have?

• Opening new retail stores

• Investing in organic fertilizers

• Developing insect-killing mushrooms

• Expanding into chemical insecticides