TY  - Type of reference 
TI  - [FORTHCOMING] From chemicals to biocontrol in agriculture: a global overview and African perspectives 
AU  - Rachid AZENZEM 
AB  - Due to the negative impacts associated with intensive use of chemical pesticides, biopesticides are gradually gaining recognition as a sustainable and effective alternative for managing biotic stresses in agriculture. This article provides a global overview of pesticide usage alongside the rising trend of biopesticides, with a special emphasis on Africa. Recent data analysis reveals significant regional disparities: the Americas, Europe, and certain Asian regions lead in both pesticide consumption and the number of registered biopesticide products. Conversely, Africa exhibits relatively low chemical pesticide use, averaging just 0.7 kg/ha in 2023. Meanwhile, several African countries are showing promising advancements in the adoption of biocontrol methods. The article explores the key factors driving these trends and identifies levers to promote the development of biocontrol across the continent. 
DO  - TBA 
JF  - Technology and Innovation 
KW  - Biopesticides, Sustainable agriculture, Bio-inputs, Africa, Plant protection, Pesticides, Biopesticides, Agriculture durable, Biointrants, Afrique, Protection phytosanitaire, Pesticides,  
L1  - https://www.openscience.fr/IMG/pdf/azenzem_ok.pdf 
LA  - en 
PB  - ISTE OpenScience 
DA  - 2026/01/5 
SN  - 2399-8571 
TT  - [À PARAITRE] Du chimique au biocontrôle en agriculture : panorama mondial et perspectives africaines 
UR  - https://www.openscience.fr/From-chemicals-to-biocontrol-in-agriculture-a-global-overview-and-African 
IS  - Forthcoming papers 
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