PATS-C is great at detecting moths. But let’s be honest, the larvae cause the real damage. And in most cases it’s also the stage where biological control is most effective. The key is timing. That’s where the new PATS-Vinder forecasting algorithm comes in. Delft, June 11th 2025 - PATS launches PATS-Vinder, an AI forecasting tool that alerts growers exactly when caterpillars will hatch. Built on the PATS-C monitoring platform, this new feature marks a breakthrough. PATS-Vinder transforms raw pest insect activity data into clear and timely forecasts, allowing growers to act right on time, before crop damage occurs. It will be rolled out to all PATS-C users in the coming days. By predicting when a new generation of larvae will emerge, PATS-Vinder supercharges biological control. Growers can potentially deploy nematodes, parasitic wasps, biological insecticides or other solutions at the precise moment they will have the biggest impact. No unnecessary treatments, no wasted costs, just well-timed, effective intervention. The result: fewer outbreaks, healthier crops, and more control with less stress. “It gives peace of mind, I now know much sooner what to expect. And I don’t have to rely as much on gut feeling.” Daan van den Bosch - Bosch Komkommers Figure 1 - PATS-Vinder in action. The PATS-C dashboard shows the activity of the Tomato looper moth (Chrysodeixis chalcites) over time. During the first generation in April - with low moth activity - the first larval outbreak was predicted, but not confirmed (x). In the second generation in May - with a strong increase in adult activity - the second larval outbreak was predicted and confirmed by the user (✓). The third and fourth larval outbreaks have been predicted but have not yet been validated (?) by the user. Shift in how growers work PATS-Vinder removes uncertainty. With targeted alerts, it helps plan scouting and spraying, optimize labor, and target control where it matters most. Instead of responding after the fact, growers can now prevent problems altogether. With forecasts linked to the PATS dashboard and PATS-Kalendar, growers are guided through every step, from observation to intervention and evaluation. A feedback loop that enables constant optimization of the pest management strategy. This shift unlocks the potential of fully biological pest control. PATS-Vinder has been validated in tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and gerbera. The first version supports the Tomato looper (Chrysodeixis chalcites), and is tailored to the grower’s greenhouse. The forecast becomes more accurate over time through continuity and user feedback. “Our team across several greenhouses was positively surprised by how accurate the forecast is. They see real value in this.” Dutch tomato grower Figure 2 - PATS-Vinder helps growers prevent caterpillars ruining their crops Interactive today, even smarter tomorrow PATS-Vinder is designed to scale. It will soon support more pest species, in more crops, all powered by the same predictive logic. The platform learns from real-time data and grower input, adapting to each greenhouse and crop type through continuous model improvement. It’s not just about predicting pest pressure. PATS-Vinder helps close the loop: monitor activity, plan and log interventions, evaluate results, and refine strategies. With shared insights across growers, it unlocks best practices and smarter biological control. Growers already rely on PATS-C for monitoring. With PATS-Vinder, they can now look ahead, and grow with confidence. Read this in Dutch

Sustainable cultivation isn’t just a vision, it’s a day-to-day challenge. With pests constantly threatening crop quality, growers are looking for smarter, more proactive ways to stay ahead. That’s where our latest innovation, PATS-Kalendar, comes in. Officially launched in April, 2025, PATS-Kalendar is more than just a new feature. It’s the missing link between monitoring, intervention, and learning, and it’s already making a big difference in greenhouses around the globe. PATS-C and dashboard in a tomaton greenhouse Why Kalendar? It’s simple: smart pest control starts with smart timing. Until now, greenhouse growers had great tools for monitoring, like PATS-C, which observes moth pest activity nightly, or Trap-Eye™, Biobest’s and PATS’ high-density visual monitoring system for small flying insects like thrips and whitefly. But knowing what’s happening is just one part of the story. The real magic happens when you combine pest pressure data with clear records of what actions were taken, when, and how effective they were. That’s what PATS-Kalendar does. It’s a digital logbook where growers can: Plan and record interventions (product, timing, location) Link interventions to pest population trends Evaluate the impact on pest pressure Plan better for the next cycle Visible effect after crop protection: moth activity dropped by 50% in the following generation This transforms pest control from reactive to strategic and preventive , saving growers time, money, and unnecessary (chemical) interventions.  The PATS-Kalendar Don't hesitate, and start using PATS-Kalendar today! Real-world impact: Redwing Limited, Kenya At Redwing Limited, a flower propagator in Kenya growing delicate crops like lisianthus and geraniums, the challenges of pest control are a daily reality. They’ve been using PATS-C to track nocturnal pests for the past six months. Installation of the new PATS-C systems at Redwing Kenya Here’s what Simon Sayer, company director at Redwing, has to say: “The system is very simple to install. The technology to track where insects are in the greenhouse and the time of day they are most active is an amazing advance in crop monitoring. Plus, the ability to visualize the immediate effect of intervention and chart this historically enables growers to be far more precise with chemical use and far more confident with biological controls.” Now, with PATS-Kalendar added to the mix, Simon and his team can log each pest control decision and see how it played out—linking every spray or bio-intervention to measurable changes in pest populations. Together, PATS-C and PATS-Kalendar offer growers a full feedback loop:  ➡️ Monitor  → 📅 Plan  → ✅ Act  → ✍️ Log  → 📊 Evaluate This integrated approach empowers growers to improve continuously, reduce chemical inputs, and move confidently toward a more sustainable crop strategy. So what’s next? Today, PATS-Kalendar is a powerful manual tool, but we’re already looking ahead. Tomorrow, it could form the foundation for automated pest control suggestions, tailored to your specific crop and situation. Because at PATS, we believe in helping growers act smarter. Read this in Dutch

The updated PATS-C model detects Tomato leafminer, Tomato looper, Duponchelia, and Banana moth earlier and more accurately, allowing growers to act before caterpillar damage develops. Updated real-time model detects key moth pests earlier and with higher accuracy Standardized data from hundreds of growers drives continuous model improvement Earlier detection supports smarter interventions as crop protection rules tighten in 2026 Starting in 2026, PATS-C users will work with an updated detection model that identifies and distinguishes key moth pests earlier and more accurately. This gives growers rapid insight into the first signs of pest pressure, enabling timely and targeted interventions before caterpillar damage develops. Collective data collection. This improvement is the result of years of intensive data collection by PATS-C , combined with valuable feedback from dozens of engaged users. The model was trained on more than half a million insect flights and over 12,000 minutes of visual data, collected across eight crops including tomato, bell pepper, and gerbera. By reporting false positives, users help refine model accuracy continuously. With standardized data from hundreds of companies worldwide, every user benefits as the model improves. PATS-C closely monitors pest moth activity in a tomato crop. For all growers. The new model supports growers who deal with the following pests: Tomato looper moth (Chrysodeixis chalcites) Tomato leafminer (Tuta absoluta) Duponchelia moth (Duponchelia fovealis) Banana Moth (Opogona sacchari) Accurate identification of these pests is crucial for containing problems at an early stage across vegetable and fruit crops, as well as flowers and ornamentals. Growers prefer not to see this harmful caterpillar in their crops. With PATS-C already active in more than twenty countries, this development has a global impact on daily crop protection practices. PATS-C captures each moth's unique flight path, providing biometrics for accurate pest type differentiation. Why does this matter? As of January 1st 2026, restrictions on crop protection products will tighten further, reducing chemical options and flexibility. Early detection and continuous monitoring therefore become even more critical for keeping pest pressure under control. New users will start directly with the updated model and existing users will move over gradually, with full migration completed by the start of January. Predicting caterpillar outbreaks. The improved detection also enables more accurate predictions of key life cycle stages. PATS-Vinder predicts the first caterpillars up to seven days in advance, allowing growers to plan labor, resources, and interventions at exactly the right moment. This level of forecasting is possible because PATS-C tracks moth activity every night - something traditional monitoring tools cannot do. Early generations often go unnoticed in traps, leading to larger problems later in the season. PATS-Vinder predicts exactly when caterpillars will hatch, enablin g precisely timed interventions. Through the uniform way of monitoring across hundreds of companies, national and regional patterns also become visible: “A significant moment occurred on the first real hot night of 2025, when large numbers of Tomato loopers entered nearly all monitored greenhouses across the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. This enabled us to send highly targeted warnings to vegetable growers. The response was remarkable: both users and non-users immediately recognised the first signs of increased pressure and were able to act accordingly.” - Bram Tijmons , PATS Read this in Dutch

De Tomatenmineermot, Turkse mot, Duponchelia mot en de Bananenboorder zijn binnenkort nog sneller te signaleren en beter beheersbaar met het verbeterde PATS-C model. Vernieuwd model detecteert belangrijkste plaagmotten sneller en nauwkeuriger Collectieve dataverzameling van honderden gebruikers tilt model naar hoger niveau Vroege detectie helpt kwekers bij nieuwe uitdagingen in het middelenpakket in 2026 PATS-C gebruikers werken vanaf 2026 met een vernieuwd model dat plaagmotten nog beter weet te detecteren en onderscheiden. Hierdoor kunnen gebruikers gericht interventies plannen en rupsenschade zo laag mogelijk houden. De verbeterde herkenning van onder andere Tuta absoluta en Turkse mot maakt het mogelijk om de eerste plaagdruk snel vast te stellen en de ontwikkeling van de populatie nauwkeurig te volgen. Collectieve dataverzameling. De verbetering komt voort uit een jaar intensieve dataverzameling en feedback van gebruikers. Het model is getraind op meer dan een half miljoen insecten vluchten en meer dan 12.000 minuten aan beeldmateriaal verzameld in acht gewassen, waaronder tomaat, paprika en gerbera. En dankzij het actief melden van foutieve detecties door gebruikers groeit de nauwkeurigheid continu. Door gestandaardiseerde data van honderden bedrijven verbetert het model voor alle gebruikers tegelijk. PATS-C houdt de activiteit van plaagmotten scherp in de gaten in een tomatengewas. Voor alle gebruikers. Het nieuwe model ondersteunt kwekers die last hebben van de: Turkse mot (Chrysodeixis chalcites) Tomatenmineermot (Tuta absoluta) Duponchelia mot (Duponchelia fovealis) Bananenboorder (Opogona sacchari) Accurate herkenning van deze plagen is essentieel om problemen vroegtijdig in te dammen. Van de groente- en fruitteelt tot de sier- en plantenteelt. Kwekers zien deze schadelijke rupsen liever niet in het gewas. PATS-C is reeds actief in meer dan twintig landen waardoor deze doorontwikkeling wereldwijd impact heeft op de dagelijkse praktijk. PATS-C legt het unieke vliegpad van elke mot vast, waarmee het AI-model voor herkenning verder wordt geoptimaliseerd. Waarom is dit belangrijk? Vanaf 1 januari 2026 neemt het middelenpakket verder af, waardoor vroege signalering nog crucialer wordt. Het verbeterde model ondersteunt kwekers hierbij. Nieuwe gebruikers starten direct met het nieuwe model. Bestaande gebruikers schakelen geleidelijk over en zijn uiterlijk per 1 januari van het nieuwe jaar volledig overgezet. Rupsen voorspellen. De verbeterde detectie maakt nauwkeurige voorspellingen mogelijk. PATS-Vinder voorspelt de eerste rupsen tot zeven dagen vooraf, waardoor arbeid, middelen en interventies tijdig kunnen worden gepland. De voorspelling is mogelijk doordat PATS-C elke nacht de activiteit meet. Dit is uniek ten opzichte van andere signaleringstechnieken. In de praktijk blijkt dat de eerste motten zich niet snel laten vangen in traditionele vallen. Zo glipt de eerste generatie er gemakkelijk door, met voortdurende problemen later in het teeltseizoen. PATS-Vinder voorspelt wanneer de rupsen precies uitkomen, zodat de interventie precies getimed kan worden. En door de uniforme manier van monitoren over honderden bedrijven, worden ook landelijke en regionale patronen zichtbaar: “In de eerste echt warme nacht van 2025 zagen wij de Turkse mot bij nagenoeg al onze gebruikers in Nederland, België en Duitsland in grote aantallen naar binnen vliegen. Hierdoor konden we alle groentekwekers heel gericht waarschuwen. De reacties waren geweldig. Zowel gebruikers als niet gebruikers zagen snel na de waarschuwing de eerste druk in het gewas ontstaan. Zij konden hier direct op anticiperen.” - Bram Tijmons , PATS

Your quick guide to recognizing the most common greenhouse caterpillars Caterpillars show up in many greenhouse grown crops: peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, flowers and ornamentals. Some feed quietly on leaves, others hide inside fruits, and a few stay low in the plant, close to the roots where you hardly spot them at first. In this overview, we focus on the caterpillars growers encounter most often in Europe, with simple traits that help you recognize each one right away. Once you know what each species looks like and where it prefers to feed, it becomes much easier to spot them early and prevent bigger issues in your own greenhouse. Tomato looper Silver Y European pepper moth Diamondback moth Banana moth Cotton bollworm 1. Tomato looper Chrysodeixis chalcites "The bright-green inchworm" Where it shows up Bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, gerbera, and various flowers How to recognize it Bright, clean green Smooth texture A small dark dot on each body segment Moves in a fluent looping motion What makes it stand out It loops smoothly and has a very even, fresh-green colour. Don’t confuse it for Silver Y, as it loops too, but has a rougher texture and a sharper white stripe. Tomato looper   ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) 2. Silver Y Autographa gamma "The rough-skinned looper" Where it shows up Vegetables like tomatoes and lettuce, chrysanthemums and ornamentals How to recognize it Green or yellow-green Slightly rough or textured skin Clear white side stripe Loops, but movement is stiffer than the Tomato looper What makes it stand out Silver Y has a stronger white stripe and a more uneven surface compared to the Tomato looper. Silver Y ( Autographa gamma) 3. European pepper moth Duponchelia fovealis "The low-hider" Where it shows up Gerbera, strawberries, peppers and potted plants How to recognize it Grey or brown body Dark head Long, thin shape Often deep in the plant base or crown What makes it stand out Prefers staying hidden and low. Crown damage or low stem damage is a strong signal. Can be present in large numbers, before actual damage becomes visible European pepper moth ( Duponchelia fovealis) 4. Diamondback moth Plutella xylostella "The skinny fast one" Where it shows up Leafy greens, cabbage crops and brassica ornamentals How to recognize it Very small, thin larvae Bright green Wriggles rapidly when touched Narrow, pointed back end What makes it stand out Makes tiny “window-like” patches instead of round holes. Diamondback moth ( Plutella xylostella) 5. Banana moth Opogona sacchari "The stem-digger" Where it shows up Pot plants, ornamentals and stored plant material How to recognize it Cream to light brown Dark head Slightly translucent body Often in stems or decaying plant tissue What makes it stand out Instead of fresh leaves or fruit, Opogona prefers older tissue, stems and bases. Banana moth ( Opogona sacchari ) 6. Cotton bollworm Helicoverpa armigera "The fruit-invader" Where it shows up Peppers, tomatoes, berries, cucumbers, ornamentals How to recognize it Green to brown body Thin stripes along the sides Dark dots on each segment The head is more pronounced A bit “chunkier” than loopers What makes it stand out Helicoverpa is one of the few caterpillars that bores into fruit. If you find a caterpillar inside a pepper or tomato, especially near the seeds, it’s almost always this species. Cotton bollworm ( Helicoverpa armigera ) How to quickly tell them apart Inside a fruit (pepper or tomato)? → Cotton bollworm Moving in an inchworm loop? → Tomato looper or Silver Y Hidden low in the plant base? → European Pepper moth or Banana moth Very small and fast-wriggling? → Diamondback moth Putting your knowledge into practice Recognising which caterpillar is present tells you a lot about what will happen next, fruit damage, leaf holes, crown issues or stem tunneling. And that makes timing much easier and more precise. This is where PATS tools support growers: PATS-C: when moths fly, larvae aren’t far behind By monitoring moth activity in real time, PATS-C shows when a new wave of eggs and larvae is likely to appear. It gives growers a head start instead of waiting for visible damage. PATS-Vinder & PATS Kalendar: from observations to clear timing PATS-Vinder makes it simple to record caterpillars, eggs or feeding signs directly in the crop. These observations connect with moth flight data to predict when the next larval spike will arrive. PATS Kalendar then turns these insights into practical reminders, helping growers prepare biological actions at the right moment and avoid last-minute surprises. Together, these tools bring timing, insight and confidence to caterpillar control, making greenhouse protection more proactive and far more consistent. Ready for the next caterpillar? Caterpillars can cause serious damage, but recognising them doesn’t have to be difficult. Once you know which species you’re dealing with and where it prefers to hide, you’re in a much stronger position to protect your crop. With PATS-C , PATS-Vinder and PATS Kalendar supporting your scouting and timing, you can stay a step ahead throughout the season. Read this in Dutch

From research to results, insights from The Caterpillar Masterplan Caterpillars may be small, but their impact on greenhouse crops is anything but. As conventional crop protection products continue to disappear, the need for reliable and effective biological solutions has become more urgent than ever. The Caterpillar Masterplan (Masterplan Rups) project, launched in 2022, focused on two of the most persistent pests in greenhouse cultivation: the Tomato looper moth ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) and the European pepper moth ( Duponchelia fovealis ). The project set out to find answers to the most pressing questions, combining scientific research, practical innovation, and real-world validation to build a stronger foundation for sustainable integrated pest management ( IPM ). While many biological solutions can be effective, when it comes to caterpillar control, most do not work throughout the pest’s life cycle. The tools available today typically only target the younger larval stages, not the larger and more damaging ones. Since these stages follow each other within just a few days, timing is crucial. At the same time, the few remaining conventional crop protection products may be effective but tend to disrupt the biological balance  of the system. Eggs of Euplectrus carinife r (a parasitic wasp) on a Chrysodeixis chalcites  (Tomato looper) caterpillar. New biological breakthroughs The project introduced and validated several promising biological control agents: • The predatory bug Podisus maculiventris and parasitic wasp Euplectrus carinifer , both targeting larger caterpillar stages and planned for market release in 2025. • A Dutch Baculovirus , proven highly effective against the Tomato looper. • Bt starch granules showing strong laboratory results against young Duponchelia larvae . • Trichogramma achaeae a parasitic wasp, is capable of parasitizing European pepper moth eggs In addition, rearing methods were developed for both Euplectrus carinifer and the Tomato looper, paving the way for large-scale production. Together, these discoveries form a solid basis for a complete biological control strategy. PATS: turning biology into practice Where PATS contributed was in translating these biological insights into actionable monitoring and forecasting. Using the PATS-C real-time detection system , growers can now track moth activity and predict when the smallest caterpillars are likely to appear, allowing interventions at the most effective moment. Instead of responding after crop damage, growers can act preventively: introducing natural enemies, applying Bt, or adjusting their pest management strategies before infestations take hold. During the project, PATS data also revealed significant differences in moth activity between gerbera varieties within the same greenhouse. Some varieties appeared far more attractive to moths than others, a finding that opens up new possibilities for breeders. By identifying traits that attract or deter moths, breeders can work toward developing ornamentals that are naturally less appealing to caterpillars. By connecting behavioral research from Wageningen University & Research (WUR)  with precision monitoring from PATS , the Masterplan Rups project showed how data-driven timing and pattern recognition  can unlock the full potential of biological pest control  and even inform future crop breeding strategies. Toward resilient, chemical-free greenhouse systems The results show a clear path forward: a biological system that is robust, scalable, and compatible with growers’ existing operations. Future work will focus on scaling up production of biological agents, refining feeding strategies for Podisus , testing Bt granules under greenhouse conditions, and continuing to integrate monitoring data into precision control. With smarter technology and stronger biological foundations, growers can now look ahead to a future of resilient, chemical-free pest management . The graph shows that in cups treated with Trichogramma achaeae , several Duponchelia fovealis  eggs were parasitized, resulting in far fewer surviving caterpillars compared to the control group. This demonstrates the wasp’s potential as a biological control solution against D. fovealis  in greenhouse conditions. A collaborative effort This research was conducted in collaboration with Wageningen University & Research (WUR) , Ada Leman , Corien Voorburg , Sophie Le Hesran , and Marjolein Kruidhof , with contributions from PATS  in monitoring strategy development and validation. Image courtesy of Wageningen University & Research (WUR) Read more For more details about the research findings, methods, and biological results, Read the Full Report Read this in Dutch

We zijn trots om te delen dat PATS €2,7 miljoen aan seed funding heeft opgehaald. Deze investering stelt ons in staat om onze geautomatiseerde oplossingen voor plaagmonitoring en -bestrijding sneller en breder uit te rollen. Het brengt ons weer een stap dichter bij onze missie: het vervangen van insecticiden door slimme technologie die biologische strategieën versterkt. Met steun van Division Q, Percival Participations, Delft Enterprises en andere investeerders uit de tech- en tuinbouwsector, investeren we in verdere ontwikkeling, internationale groei en het toegankelijker maken van duurzame plaagbestrijding voor elke kweker. Het team van PATS in feeststemming Een groeiende behoefte aan slimme oplossingen Kwekers staan onder druk. De plaagdruk neemt toe, regelgeving wordt strenger en arbeid is schaars. Bij PATS geloven we dat automatisering en realtime monitoring essentieel zijn om deze uitdagingen het hoofd te bieden en tegelijkertijd duurzamer te telen. “Deze financiering is een belangrijke stap richting onze visie waarin biologie en technologie elkaar versterken,” – Bram Tijmons , CEO & medeoprichter van PATS Door realtime data over plaagactiviteit om te zetten in gerichte adviezen helpen we kwekers om sneller en doelgerichter in te grijpen. En voor plagen die lastig te beheersen zijn binnen het ecosysteem van de kas, ontwikkelen we natuur-geïnspireerde oplossingen zoals vleermuisdrones die gericht kunnen ingrijpen zonder het biologisch evenwicht te verstoren. Een compleet pakket voor geïntegreerde plaagbestrijding De investering stelt ons in staat om verder te bouwen aan ons volledige portfolio van slimme, AI-gestuurde tools: PATS-C : detecteert vliegende insecten in realtime Trap-Eye™ : monitort vangplaten automatisch, ontwikkeld in samenwerking met Biobest PATS-Vinder : voorspelt rupsenuitkomsten op basis van mottenactiviteit en geeft gerichte waarschuwingen voor optimale timing van interventies PATS-Kalendar : digitale logboektool die plaagdata koppelt aan behandelingen, zodat kwekers beter kunnen plannen, terugkijken en verbeteren PATS-X : autonome vleermuisdrones die motten in de vlucht elimineren, schade voorkomen en de noodzaak voor bespuitingen reduceren in kasgewassen Deze oplossingen sluiten naadloos aan op biologische strategieën en maken handmatig scouten en chemisch ingrijpen grotendeels overbodig. Kwekers krijgen eerder inzicht in wat er gebeurt, kunnen effectiever handelen en verbeteren hun Integrated Pest Management (IPM) met elke cyclus. PATS wordt inmiddels ingezet in meer dan 25 landen en helpt kwekers van groenten, bloemen en planten om duurzamer en toekomstbestendiger te telen. Schaalvergroting vanuit Delft Onze software en hardware worden volledig in eigen huis ontwikkeld en geproduceerd in Nederland. Vanuit onze faciliteiten in Delft kunnen we inmiddels meer dan 1.000 sensorsystemen per maand leveren. De investering stelt ons in staat om: De ontwikkeling van onze slimme technologie te versnellen Uit te breiden naar nieuwe gewassen en internationale markten Gewasbescherming eenvoudiger, sneller en betrouwbaarder te maken voor kwekers wereldwijd Wij zijn klaar om de volgende stap te zetten naar een toekomst waarin technologie en biologie hand in hand gaan, en waarin duurzame plaagbestrijding de nieuwe standaard wordt.

We’re excited to share that PATS has secured €2.7 million in seed funding to fast-track the rollout of our automated, tech-driven pest management solutions. This funding marks an important step in our mission: replacing insecticides with intelligent, biology-aligned technology. With support from Division Q, Percival Participations, Delft Enterprises , and several tech and horticulture investors, we are scaling up development, expanding internationally, and helping more growers make earlier, smarter, and more sustainable pest decisions. The team of PATS celebrating A growing need for smarter solutions Growers everywhere are facing increasing challenges. Pest pressure is rising, regulations are tightening, and skilled labour is harder to find. At PATS, we believe the answer lies in automated, real-time monitoring and control—tools that support sustainable practices and reduce reliance on chemicals. “This funding is a major step toward realizing our vision of biology and technology working hand in hand,” – Bram Tijmons , CEO & Co-founder of PATS By turning real-time pest data into targeted advice, our solutions help growers act earlier and with more confidence. For pests that are harder to control through biological means alone, we are also developing nature-inspired tools, such as bat-like drones, to deliver precise, targeted interventions. A complete smart pest control suite This new funding supports the continued development and rollout of our full portfolio of AI-powered pest management solutions: PATS-C: real-time tracking of flying pests in the greenhouse Trap-Eye™: developed with Biobest to automatically monitor sticky traps PATS-Vinder: forecasting algorithm that predicts caterpillar hatching based on moth activity, helping growers act before damage occurs PATS-Kalendar: digital IPM logbook that links pest data to interventions, enabling growers to plan, track, and continuously improve control strategies PATS-X : automated drones, that target and eliminate moths mid-flight, preventing reproduction, reducing crop damage, and minimizing the need for chemical spraying in greenhouse crops Used together, these systems form an integrated suite that complements biological pest control strategies and minimizes the need for chemical applications. They also reduce reliance on manual scouting, providing growers with early warnings and smarter, more reliable decisions. Already active in more than 25 countries , PATS technology is helping hundreds of growers protect vegetables, flowers, and plants, while supporting their efforts to meet rising sustainability standards. Scaling up from Delft Our entire hardware and software portfolio is developed and produced in-house in the Netherlands. From our facilities in Delft, we now have the capacity to deliver more than 1,000 sensor systems per month . The funding will allow us to: Accelerate development of our smart pest management solutions Expand our global footprint across key crops and regions Make pest control simpler, faster, and more reliable for growers everywhere We are excited to take this next step toward a future where technology and biology work in harmony , and where growers can rely on smart, sustainable tools to stay one step ahead of pests. Read this in Dutch

PATS-C detecteert elke mot. Maar laten we eerlijk zijn: het zijn de larven die de grootste schade aanrichten. En juist in dat stadium is biologische bestrijding effectief. Timing is cruciaal. En precies op dat punt maakt PATS-C vanaf vandaag het verschil. Delft, 11 juni 2025 - PATS lanceert PATS-Vinder, een slimme AI die telers precies vertelt wanneer rupsen uitkomen. PATS-Vinder is een nieuwe stap binnen het vertrouwde PATS-C platform en een echte doorbraak. De tool zet mottenactiviteit om in heldere en bruikbare voorspellingen, zodat de gebruiker tijdig in kan grijpen, vóórdat er schade aan het gewas ontstaat. De tool wordt de komende dagen uitgerold naar alle PATS-C gebruikers. Door te voorspellen wanneer een nieuwe generatie larven uitkomt, maakt PATS-Vinder biologische bestrijding effectiever dan ooit. Telers kunnen bijvoorbeeld nematoden, sluipwespen of biologische insecticiden precies op het juiste moment inzetten, wanneer ze het meeste effect hebben. Geen onnodige interventies en kosten, wel slimme, getimede acties die écht werken. Het resultaat: minder plaaguitbraken, sterkere gewassen en meer controle voor de teler. “Het geeft rust, ik weet nu veel eerder waar ik aan toe ben. En ik hoef minder op mijn gevoel te varen.” Daan van den Bosch - Bosch Komkommers Figuur 1 - PATS-Vinder in actie. Het PATS-C dashboard laat de nachtelijke activiteit van Turkse mot zien. In de eerste generatie van april - lage mottenactiviteit - is het eerste moment met rupsen wel voorspeld, niet gevonden. In de tweede generatie van mei - een sterke toename - is het tweede rupsmoment voorspeld, en bevestigd door de gebruiker (✓).. De derde en vierde rupsmomenten zijn voorspeld, maar nog niet gevalideerd (?) door de gebruiker. Van ingrijpen naar voorkomen PATS-Vinder neemt de onzekerheid weg. Met slimme meldingen helpt de tool gebruikers bij het plannen van de bestrijding, het inzetten van mensen en het tijdig aanpakken van plagen. In plaats van achteraf ingrijpen, kunnen telers nu de problemen voor zijn. Dankzij de koppeling met het PATS-dashboard en de PATS-Kalendar worden gebruikers stap voor stap begeleid: van signaleren tot ingrijpen én evalueren. Die terugkoppeling maakt het mogelijk om de aanpak steeds verder te verbeteren. Zo komt volledig biologische plaagbestrijding binnen handbereik. PATS-Vinder is gevalideerd in tomaat, komkommer, paprika en gerbera. De eerste versie richt zich op de Turkse mot (Chrysodeixis chalcites) en wordt afgestemd op de situatie in de kas van de teler. Naarmate het systeem langer draait, worden de voorspellingen nauwkeuriger. “Ons team op verschillende teeltlocaties was aangenaam verrast door de nauwkeurige voorspelling. We zien hier echt veel potentie in.” Nederlandse tomatenkweker Figuur 2 - PATS-Vinder helpt kwekers grote, schadelijke rupsen voor te zijn. Vandaag interactief, morgen nóg slimmer PATS-Vinder is gebouwd om te schalen. Binnenkort ondersteunt het systeem meer plaaginsecten en gewassen, gestuurd met dezelfde slimme logica. De tool leert van realtime data en gebruikersfeedback, en stemt zich af op het ecosysteem van elke kas. Maar het gaat niet alleen om het voorspellen van plagen. PATS-Vinder helpt om de cirkel rond te maken: plagen signaleren, interventies plannen en vastleggen, resultaten evalueren en de strategie verfijnen. Door kennis te delen vinden telers samen slimmere, biologische oplossingen. Telers vertrouwen al op PATS-C voor monitoring. Met PATS-Vinder kijken ze vooruit en telen ze met meer zekerheid.

The false codling moth (FCM) is causing serious trouble for Kenya’s rose growers. This tiny pest threatens a $300 million industry and thousands of jobs. To stay ahead, growers need better ways to spot issues early and act swiftly. That is why PATS has teamed up with 10 rose farms across the country to take a fresh approach: using smart monitoring to better understand FCM, improve control strategies, and facilitate stakeholder management. Warning sign FCM in greenhouse A big challenge: False codling moth in Kenyan floriculture The False codling moth (Thaumatotibia leucotreta) poses a growing threat to Kenya’s rose sector, as it is an invasive species in Europe. Approximately 70% of Kenya's cut flower exports are destined for European markets, with roses comprising about 66% of these exports. Due to increased vigilance, inspection rates have surged from 5% to 25%, leading to costly interceptions, rejected shipments, and even temporary closures of greenhouses. In 2024, at least 95 shipments were rejected, with an estimated cost of $1 million. These developments place intense pressure on growers and exporters to improve pest control and demonstrate compliance. To meet these demands, while also reducing reliance on interventions, the industry urgently needs a reliable, standardized system for pest monitoring and decision-making. Such a system must be tailored to the dynamics of FCM and support both optimized pest control and effective risk management to align involved stakeholders. A proven solution, now focused on FCM in roses Building on several years of experience, PATS has launched a dedicated FCM monitoring project in Kenya, with support of various stakeholders. The goal of the project is to validate and enhance the use of PATS-C specifically for FCM management in roses. This industry is a vital pillar of Kenya’s economy, generating over $300 million in annual rose exports and providing employment to more than 50,000 Kenyans. Protecting its integrity and long-term viability is critical, not only for growers and exporters, but for the communities and livelihoods that depend on it. The FCM monitoring project Since the start of 2025, PATS has partnered with 10 leading rose growers, including Bilashaka Flowers, Vegpro, Nini, and Van den Berg Roses, to roll out PATS-C technology for targeted FCM monitoring. These farms are now continuously capturing high-resolution data on moth flight activity, with the goal of better understanding FCM dynamics and supporting real-time pest management. The project focuses on several key activities: Continuous monitoring of adult FCM activity using PATS-C systems across multiple greenhouse zones. Data comparison and validation, matching PATS-C results with on-farm scouting data such as egg counts, adult trap captures, and visible crop damage, to evaluate accuracy and inform decision-making. Species differentiation and recognition model improvement, through structured experiments that help refine the PATS-C insect profile specifically for FCM. This approach ensures the solution is not only validated in Kenyan greenhouse conditions, but also optimized to deliver actionable insights to growers working on pest management on a daily basis. PATS-C st-up at Nini Kenya Two goals to support growers  This project is set-up to deliver value at two levels. Firstly the system should provide growers with real-time insights and a tool to better manage moth pests, measure intervention outcomes, and support smarter, more sustainable IPM practices. And secondly, it should result in a decision support system (DSS) specifically for FCM that helps growers decide when to intensify measures or when to stop exporting from affected greenhouses, reducing the risk of interceptions and losses. Looking ahead This project will run for at least a year, with further development depending on progress and user feedback. It is PATS’ goal is to establish a robust, affordable monitoring tool that supports: Precise and timely pest control Reduced (chemical) inputs Better risk management, specifically for FCM Full alignment with EU and Kenyan export standards More information on this project is available via sales@pats-drones.com

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