Pre-emptive biocontrol: a novel approach to increase preparedness against high-risk biosecurity threats

<p>Pre-emptive biological control</p><ul><li>A novel approach that enhances biocontrol preparedness for a potential pest invasion.</li><li>Candidate BCAs screened and pre-approved before pest arrival.</li><li>CBC could be started at a much earlier stage in the management programme</li><li>Collaboration (e.g. international researchers, industry representatives, etc.) plays a key role to make pre-emptive biocontrol feasible</li><li>Pre-emptive biocontrol may or not always be feasible</li><li>Protocol/Guideline to assess feasibility to initiate pre-emptive CBC risk assessment of are needed</li></ul>