Knowledge resources and tools for plant health
CABI's PlantwisePlus programme is developing and promoting digital advisory tools to increase access to the information that farmers need to adopt safe and effective agricultural practices.
Our plant health decision support tools are designed for a variety of users including farmers, environmental managers, researchers, plant protection officers, and more.
These tools help farmers grow more food safely and sustainably by equipping advisors with accurate, practical crop health solutions. By strengthening decision-making across the agricultural chain, these tools improve food security, protect rural livelihoods, and create long-term impact for farming communities.
Tool library
Digital Learning
CABI Academy Online Courses
The CABI Academy brings together CABI's expertise in plant health and diseases to create a range of online, interactive training courses.
Skills for Agriculture
The global framework for agriculture skills: standardising language, defining job roles, and aiding the career progression of professionals.
Plant Health Information
PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank
A free-to-use website providing global and country-specific resources on crop health and pest management information. Available in 100+ languages.
PlantwisePlus Factsheets
A free mobile app for Android and iOS. Download country-specific information to support the diagnosis and safe management of crop pests.
Crop App Index
This search tool helps users find crop health-related digital tools that support decision-making. It provides a filterable catalogue of mobile apps and websites.
Plant Protection Support
CABI Bioprotection Portal
The CABI BioProtection Portal is a free tool that enables users to discover information on registered biocontrol and biopesticide products around the world. Download the app for use offline.
Crop Sprayer app
This easy-to-use, free Android app helps calculate how much pesticide to use when treating crops. The different calculations featured ensure just the right amount of product is applied.
Decision Support Tools
Horizon Scanning Tool
The Horizon Scanning Tool uses data from CABI Compendium to identify and categorize species that have the potential to enter a geographic area from another geographic area.
Pest Risk Analysis Tool
The PRA tool helps plant protection organizations to analyse and select appropriate measures for reducing the risk of plant pests spreading through trade and other pathways.
Testimonials
"My farmers now have a wide choice of pest and disease control solutions thanks to the CABI BioProtection Portal"
Wycliff Wachira, Agronomist, Kenya
“As a Plant Doctor, having access to reliable and up-to-date information is essential for diagnosing and managing crop issues effectively. Thanks to the Knowledge Bank I feel more confident in my recommendations and better equipped to help communities protect their crops and livelihoods.”
Miguel Ángel Mayco Toykin, specialist in agricultural technology transfer – INIA Peru, trained plant doctor operating a plant clinic in Huancayo, Santa Ana Agricultural Research Station.
"The PlantwisePlus Factsheet library are time and cost effective.
It makes it easier to access information and knowledge about plant health. I have acquired knowledge in variety of crops and how to manage various pests and diseases. The Crop Sprayer tool has also assisted me in chemical application. This useful tool has reduced stress on me and it has made it easier to calculate dosage of agro-chemical to farmers."
Faustina Kyeremeh, Chief Technical Officer, Agric Extension Agent, Sunyani West Municipal, Ghana
"As a Plant Doctor and instructor at an Agricultural Technological Institute, I have completed all the CABI Academy courses. These courses have been beneficial in updating my knowledge, enabling me to better support growers, and enhancing my teaching materials to train the next generation of agricultural professionals."
Telémaco Orquera, Plant Doctor, Bolivia