IOBC-WPRS and Wageningen University & Research are Excited to Welcome You to the Netherlands!

The International Organization for Biological Control – West Palearctic Regional Section (IOBC-WPRS) Working Group on “Integrated Control in Protected Crops, Temperate Climate” is delighted to welcome you to its next meeting, taking place from 31 August to 3 September 2026 in Boskoop, The Netherlands.

This flagship event brings together leading scientists, emerging researchers, industry experts, and practitioners to explore and advance the future of biological control in protected cropping systems.

Held under the auspices of IOBC-WPRS and Wageningen University & Research, the meeting provides a dynamic platform for presenting cutting-edge research, technological innovation, and real-world applications that promote ecological sustainability in greenhouse horticulture.

The 2026 program promises a vibrant and engaging experience. In addition to high-level scientific sessions, participants will enjoy:

• Visit to the Business Unit Greenhouse Horticulture & Flower Bulbs of Wageningen University & Research in Bleiswijk and innovative commercial greenhouses demonstrating advanced biological control strategies

• Interactive workshops, plenary lectures, panel discussions, and a special grower event

• Networking opportunities and social activities, including a welcome reception, conference dinner, and a cultural evening

This meeting warmly welcomes researchers, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, extension specialists, industry leaders, biocontrol companies, and growers passionate about shaping the future of sustainable plant protection. We invite you to join us in Boskoop, The Netherlands, for a landmark gathering that will help define the next chapter in biological control and integrated pest management in protected crops.