Key Takeaways:
- Daesung SmartHive has developed an advanced plasma technology for pest control that targets mites and other pests without harming bees or crops.
- The system offers an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides, reducing environmental harm and pest resistance.
- The technology is entering commercialization, with plans for global market expansion.
- Daesung SmartHive will showcase its innovations, including a plasma nitrogen fertilizer system, at the World Horticulture Center in 2024.
Daesung SmartHive has successfully developed a plasma-based pest control system designed to protect bees and crops from mites, fleas, and other harmful pests. The technology, which has been validated through testing with local farmers, provides an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. The company is now moving into the commercialization phase and preparing for global market expansion.
Eco-Friendly Pest Control
Traditional chemical pesticides, long used by beekeepers and farmers, have been linked to pest resistance, environmental damage, and harm to bees. Daesung SmartHive’s plasma technology addresses these issues by using a plasma field to eliminate pests like varroa mites, which are known to contribute to the global decline in bee populations. “This system protects bees and crops without leaving harmful residues, offering a more sustainable solution,” said a company spokesperson.
The system avoids the negative side effects of chemical treatments, such as toxic residues on crops and the weakening of bees’ immune systems. It also reduces the need for extensive cleaning during distribution, cutting costs and reducing soil and water pollution associated with chemical pesticide use.
Breaking the Cycle of Pest Resistance
One of the primary benefits of Daesung SmartHive’s plasma-based solution is its ability to break the cycle of pest resistance. “Pests have become resistant to many chemical pesticides, requiring stronger chemicals and causing further environmental harm,” the company explained. By eliminating the need for these chemicals, Daesung’s technology aims to significantly reduce environmental pollution and improve agricultural sustainability.
Plasma Fertilizer System and Global Expansion
In addition to pest control, Daesung SmartHive is developing a plasma nitrogen fertilizer generation system, designed to offer another eco-friendly agricultural solution. Both the pest control and fertilizer systems will be exhibited at the World Horticulture Center in the Netherlands by the end of 2024. The company plans to showcase these innovations at international exhibitions, with the goal of expanding its global presence and forming partnerships within the agricultural sector.
