PheroSyn

PheroSyn is a UK-based biotechnology company and spin-out from Rothamsted Research that develops and markets synthetic insect pheromones for sustainable crop protection. The company uses green chemistry techniques to produce pheromone-based solutions that mimic natural insect chemical signals, allowing for precise pest monitoring and control. By targeting specific insect behaviours, these products provide an alternative to conventional pesticides, enabling farmers to protect crops, improve yields, and preserve biodiversity by reducing chemical reliance in broad acre, orchard, and greenhouse environments.

These solutions are critical for modern integrated pest management, offering farmers tools that are effective against specific pests while minimizing harm to non-target species and beneficial insects. Backed by extensive expertise in chemical ecology and entomology, PheroSyn functions as a specialized provider for custom development and volume supply of pheromones that were previously difficult to produce commercially. The company’s technology has demonstrated potential in field trials, including significant reductions in pesticide use, and it continues to scale its impact by partnering with agribusinesses to address complex agricultural pest and pollination challenges.