"Releases of Beneficial Organisms in the United States and Territories" (ROBO)

This database, called "Releases of Beneficial Organisms in the United States and Territories" (ROBO) documents importations and releases of beneficial invertebrates, both biological control agents and pollinators. It also includes information on importation and release of microbial natural enemies, and as such is related to the National Microbial Germplasm Program.

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To contact someone from the Biological Control Documentation Center, bcdc@ars-grin.gov