About

Established in 1948, CABI’s centre in Switzerland carries out applied scientific research and underakes consultancy projects to support CABI’s work on invasive species, knowledge for development and trade in many different regions around the world. Located in the scenic hills above Delémont in the Canton of Jura, it is the home for experts and students from several different countries where they research and apply their knowledge.

CABI’s centre in Switzerland has developed numerous relationships with research and development partners around the world, including national ministries, science institutions, universities, development cooperation agencies, and the plant protection industry.

Valuable links within Switzerland, including close ties with the Canton of Jura, have been strengthened further by the country officially joining CABI as a Member Country in 2000.

The scope of work carried out at CABI’s centre in Switzereland is largely divided into the following areas:

Biological control of invasive weeds and invasive insects

Our centre in Switzerland is a leading authority on the management of invasive weeds and arthropods using biological control.

Risk analysis and invasion ecology

As part of its work on invasive species, the centre assesses the risks and impacts of non-native species and develops methods and strategies to mitigate their risks.

Ecosystems management

This programme focuses on researching and recommending management strategies and policies to conserve and restore vital ecological services.

Integrated crop management

CABI’s Integrated Crop Management (ICM) team implements sustainable agriculture and rural development projects around the world.

Education and training

Our work includes higher education courses in Integrated Crop Management, student internships and graduate student training in collaboration with universities and other research organizations.

PlantwisePlus

Staff at the centre play a key role in coordinating the CABI-led PlantwisePlus programme while also providing technical support and helping with implementation in target countries.

MARA China-CABI European Laboratory

Hosted by CABI’s centre in Switzerland, the joint European Laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs  (MARA) of China and CABI is a collaborative platform for research, development, capacity building, expert exchanges and knowledge management in sustainable agriculture, particularly, the prevention and management of invasive species.