BusinessAugust 15, 2026

biopesticide

BY-oh-pes-tih-side

Definition

A substance derived from biological materials or living organisms used to manage, repel, or eliminate agricultural pests and diseases.

Etymology

The word is a portmanteau of the Greek 'bios' meaning life and the Latin 'pestis' meaning plague or pest, combined with the suffix '-cide' from the Latin 'caedere' meaning to kill.

In the news

In the article, the biopesticide category is highlighted as a specific regulatory classification that is subject to federal oversight, such as that by the EPA in the United States.

Biologicals: Why the Same Product Can Fall Into Different Categories Across Markets

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