U.S. EPA and State of Florida Approve Second Pilot Project with Oxitec Friendly™ Mosquitoes in the Florida Keys

In Florida, Oxitec works closely with its government partners, local residents, and a broad range of stakeholders, all of whom help guide, shape and contribute to the projects. Data from this additional pilot project will contribute to Oxitec's application to the EPA for commercial approval of this technology.

Oxitec's safe, sustainable and targeted biological pest control technology does not harm beneficial insects like bees and butterflies, and is proven to control the invasive and disease transmitting Aedes aegypti mosquito. The Aedes aegypti mosquito has invaded communities in Florida and other U.S. states, increasing the risk of transmission of dengue, chikungunya, Zika, yellow fever and other diseases.

Grey Frandsen, CEO of Oxitec, said, "We're immensely grateful to be working with the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District and to the communities who have welcomed us in the Keys. We look forward to continuing our work with our world-class partners in Florida to deliver accessible, effective, and environmentally friendly solutions to control the increasing threat of invasive, disease-carrying mosquitoes."

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About Oxitec 

Oxitec is the leading developer of biological solutions to control pests that transmit disease, destroy crops and harm livestock. Founded in 2002 at the University of Oxford, Oxitec is led by a passionate team comprised of 15 nationalities and is supported by world-class public, private and non-profit partners. 

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