About Siani Expert Group
What is the project about?
The project convenes a multidisciplinary expert group on agrobiologicals to catalyze and support use of biobased agriculture inputs (agrobiologicals) for increased productivity and sustainable intensification for smallholder farmers in East Africa, with focus on Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania.
Agrobiologicals are a diverse group of products derived from naturally occurring microorganisms, plant extracts, beneficial insects or other organic matter. They are typically broken down into categories according to their use in agriculture:
- Biostimulants are products to enhance the growth and productivity of plants.
- Biopesticides are products for plant protection or biocontrol products.
- Biofertility is the term used for plant nutrition products.
