What We Do
M3 Agriculture Technologies delivers end-to-end pest management systems built for speed, precision, and sustainability. Our modular, X-ray–based Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) units, drone deployment platforms, and integrated pest management support provide a scalable framework for outbreak control and agricultural resilience. From modular fly rearing to aerial release, M3’s systems bring science, engineering, and field readiness together to protect livestock, crops, and ecosystems.
Modular Sterile Insect Technique (SIT)
Modular Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) systems from M3 Agriculture Technologies deliver rapid, isotope-free pest control at scale. Our prefabricated, field-ready modules for rearing, sterilization, and emergence can be deployed anywhere to contain outbreaks fast. Built in America and backed by science, these systems provide sustainable, precision-based solutions that protect livestock, crops, and ecosystems while advancing the next generation of biosecurity infrastructure.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Support
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Support from M3 Agriculture Technologies delivers a holistic, eco-friendly approach to pest control. By combining drone-based Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) with traditional IPM strategies, we help growers reduce chemical inputs, protect beneficial species, and achieve better crop yields. Our data-driven solutions integrate seamlessly with your existing IPM program, maximizing efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
Drone-Based Sterile Insect Release (SIR)
M3 Agriculture Technologies is pioneering sustainable agriculture through its Sterile Insect Release (SIR) program. This innovative approach effectively manages codling moth populations by dramatically reducing crop damage while minimizing chemical pesticide use. M3 achieves a 40% higher recapture rate compared to ground releases using their Made in America Drone Technology, providing apple growers with a precision-driven, environmentally friendly solution for healthier orchards.
Why Choose M3?
M3 Agriculture Technologies integrates entomology with engineering to strengthen agricultural resilience across North America. Our field-deployable Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) systems establish operational capacity within weeks, replacing chemical pesticide use with controlled biological suppression. Developed in collaboration with the USDA, DOE, and international partners, M3 applies verified X-ray sterilization and drone-assisted dispersal to protect livestock, wildlife, and specialty crops. The result is a measurable reduction in chemical load, enhanced biosecurity, and a scalable framework to safeguard American agriculture.
New world screwworm fly
The New World Screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a lethal parasite of livestock and wildlife whose larvae consume living tissue, inflicting severe wounds and economic loss. Decades ago, the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) eradicated this pest from North America, demonstrating its effectiveness at scale. Today, M3 Agriculture Technologies leads a new generation of SIT—deploying modular, X-ray–based sterilization systems that can be operational within weeks. This modernized, chemical- and isotope-free approach delivers rapid, sustainable protection for ranching and agricultural operations across the Americas.
Codling moth
The codling moth is a major pest of apples, pears, and walnuts worldwide. Sterile Insect Release targets codling moth populations by releasing large numbers of sterile moths into orchards. These sterile insects mate with wild types, resulting in no offspring and a gradual decline in pest numbers. This eco-friendly method reduces reliance on pesticides and supports sustainable, residue-free fruit production.
Navel orangeworm
Navel orangeworm is a destructive pest impacting almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, leading to significant crop loss and quality issues. Using Sterile Insect Release, we release sterile moths that disrupt the reproductive cycle and lower pest populations. This targeted, chemical-free approach helps growers protect yields, meet export standards, and support sustainable, residue-free nut production.
Red palm weevil
The red palm weevil is a devastating pest of palm trees, causing extensive damage and tree mortality in orchards and landscapes worldwide. Our Sterile Insect Release program targets red palm weevil populations by releasing sterile adults, breaking the pest’s reproductive cycle. This innovative, eco-friendly approach offers sustainable protection for valuable palm crops and urban landscapes.
Recent Blog Posts
-
Save Big with the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT): A Sustainable Pest Control Solution for Organic Growers
Discover how the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) reduces costs, cuts labor, and supports sustainable, organic farming practices while maintaining exceptional pest control results.
-
Improving nuclear security through reducing reliance on high activity radioactive sources: containerized x-rays to replace 60co and 137cs.
The project led by M3 Agriculture Technologies and Sandia National Laboratories aims to replace radioactive isotopes in Sterile Insect Technique programs with X-ray technology. This shift addresses safety and regulatory concerns, enhancing pest management, particularly for lepidopterans, through improved sterilization and modular rearing systems, ultimately benefiting agricultural practices.