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SBA | Est. 1986

Advancing Biological Control Research

Promoting sustainable pest management through innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence.

SBA | Est. 1986

Advancing Biological Control Research

Promoting sustainable pest management through innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence.

🌿 Welcome to SBA

About Society of Biocontrol Advancement

Established in 1986, promoting biological control research for sustainable agriculture

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Our Journey

The Society for Biocontrol Advancement (SBA) was established in 1986 as Indian Society for Biocontrol Advancement (ISBA) at TNAU, Coimbatore, and later functioned as SBA from 1996 at NBAIR, Bengaluru.

SBA promotes research, awareness, and implementation of biological control of pests, pathogens, and weeds through journals, conferences, and national and international collaboration.

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Aims & Objectives

  • Promotion of Biological Control: Advancing research and application of biological control methods for sustainable pest management.
  • Scientific Knowledge Exchange: Platform for sharing knowledge through journals, seminars, and conferences.
  • Capacity Building & Awareness: Strengthening technical capacity among researchers, students, and farmers.
  • National & International Collaboration: Fostering partnerships with institutions working in biological control.
  • Support for Research & Innovation: Encouraging innovation in biological control for sustainable agriculture.

🌟 Our Mission

The mission of the Society for Biocontrol Advancement (SBA) is to promote excellence and innovation in the field of biological control in India. Established in 1986, SBA is dedicated to advancing research, creating awareness, and supporting the practical application of biological control strategies for the sustainable management of pests, pathogens, and weeds, thereby contributing to environmentally responsible and resilient agricultural systems.

Welcome to the Society for Biocontrol Advancement (SBA)

We are delighted to welcome you to the Society for Biocontrol Advancement (SBA), a pioneering scientific society dedicated to promoting research, awareness, and practical implementation of biological control strategies in agriculture. Established in 1986 as the Indian Society for Biocontrol Advancement (ISBA) at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, and later functioning as SBA from 1996 at NBAIR, Bengaluru, the society has been at the forefront of advancing sustainable pest, pathogen, and weed management in India.

As we move forward in an increasingly connected and digital world, SBA continues to strengthen its platform for collaboration by bringing together researchers, academicians, professionals, and students through scientific publications, conferences, seminars, and national and international partnerships. Our flagship publication, the Journal of Biological Control, along with regular scientific events, serves as a vital medium for knowledge exchange and innovation.

We warmly invite our esteemed members and new aspirants to actively engage with SBA’s initiatives, contribute to our scientific endeavors, and collaborate in shaping the future of biological control. Together, let us work towards sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship through scientific excellence and shared commitment.

Welcome aboard, and we look forward to your valuable participation in the Society for Biocontrol Advancement.

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Our Achievements

Celebrating milestones in biological control research and community building

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1289+
Life Members
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20
Office Bearers
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12+
National & International Conferences

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