Insumos Biológicos de Colombia Ibicol SAS

What Insumos Biológicos de Colombia Ibicol SAS does

Insumos Biológicos de Colombia Ibicol SAS is a privately held Colombian agricultural-inputs distributor founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bogotá, operating with a headcount of 14 employees. The company sells biological and botanical agricultural inputs — including the NeemAZAL 1.2 EC botanical insecticide sourced from India's Parry Agro Industries (Murugappa Group), CalFlux, Blush, NH Delta Ca, and Tikkun from Spain's Ecoculture Biosciences, plus its own Tenzel Compost, Fertidiat, Emagro, and Probio Balance lines — to agricultural producers, livestock operators, municipalities, and households across Colombia. Its core technology is biological rather than digital: NeemAZAL leverages a patented extraction process delivering 12,000 ppm Azadirachtin with UV-stabilized formulation, while CalFlux and Tikkun are engineered for abiotic-stress physiology and post-harvest preservation.

Ibicol generates revenue through a hybrid model: exclusive distribution of third-party manufacturers' products (Parry Agro/Murugappa Group, Ecoculture Biosciences, Midwest Bio Systems), direct sales to enterprise agricultural operations and municipalities via its engineering team, and a 20+ partner regional distributor network (ALMAGRICOLA, BAM S.A., HORTITEC, AGROSUPLAN, SAAGRO, DISTRIAGROS, SUPERAGRO GLOBAL, SAKON, and others) covering Cundinamarca, Tolima, Huila, Boyacá, Valle del Cauca, Meta, Antioquia, and the Eje Cafetero. Incremental revenue streams include agricultural machinery sales and rental (Aeromaster compost turners, Aeromaster-1775 inoculant tanks, Brillion Till 'N Seed seeders, HG200 horizontal shredders), specialized tools (Tomsystem trellising, CO2 measurement, digital thermometers, Moisture Guard compost covers), and municipal composting services — exemplified by a multi-year organic-waste processing program with the Municipio de Cajicá. E-commerce runs through croper.com, and pricing is quote-based for all tiers. The company is a member of Asobiocol (Asociación Colombiana de Biológicos) and reports no parent company, funding rounds, or public ownership.

Name

Insumos Biológicos de Colombia Ibicol SAS

Legal name

Insumos Biológicos de Colombia Ibicol SAS

Website

https://ibicol.com.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ibicol is a Bogotá-based Colombian distributor (founded 2007, 14 employees) of biological and botanical agricultural inputs — including NeemAZAL insecticide and Ecoculture Biosciences' stress-physiology portfolio — serving farmers, livestock producers, municipalities, and households through a 20+ regional distributor network across Colombia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural biological inputs (biopesticides, biofertilizers, and biostimulants)

NAICS

Fertilizer and Compost Manufacturing (32531), Compost Manufacturing (325315), Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (32532)

SIC

Agricultural Chemicals (2870), Refuse Systems (4953), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Compost Tea, Extracts & Microbial Inoculants (AFABAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compost Product Distribution, Retail & Landscape Supply (Bulk/Bagged) (BPALAEAI), Composting Facility Operations (Windrow, ASP, In-Vessel) (BPALAEAB), Organics Facility Development & Operations Services (Design/Build, O&M, Permitting) (EUAIAEAJ)

Keywords

• Biological agricultural inputs
• Botanical insecticides
• Biofertilizers and biostimulants
• Composting machinery
• Organic waste management

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Biological Agricultural Inputs Sales: Sale of biological and botanical agricultural inputs including NeemAZAL insecticide, CalFlux, Blush, NH Delta Ca, Tikkun biofertilizers, Fertidiat (diatomaceous earth), Emagro for wastewater treatment, and Probio Balance products for agriculture and livestock.
2. NeemAZAL Distribution: Exclusive distribution of NeemAZAL 1.2 EC botanical insecticide in Colombia, sourced from Parry Agro Industries (part of Murugappa Group, India), with certifications including OMRI, USDA, IMO-Suiza, IBD Brazil, and ICA Colombia.
3. Composting Services: Municipal and institutional organic waste composting service, processing waste from municipalities like Cajicá and other entities into Tenzel Compost organic fertilizer distributed to agricultural fields.
4. Agricultural Machinery Sales and Rental: Sale and rental of agricultural machinery including composting equipment (Aeromaster PT130, PT170, PT120), Aeromaster-1775 inoculant tanks, Brillion Till 'N Seed seeders, HG200 horizontal shredders, CO2 measurement equipment, digital thermometers, and Moisture Guard compost covers.
5. Agricultural Tools Distribution: Distribution of Tomsystem innovative plant tutoring system with galvanized metal staples for greenhouse crops, allowing one person to tutor 1 hectare of tomato crop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ibicol distributes and sells biological and botanical agricultural inputs in Colombia, including botanical insecticides (NeemAZAL 1.2 EC), biofertilizers and biostimulants (CalFlux, Blush, NH Delta Ca, Tikkun, Probio Balance), diatomaceous earth products (Fertidiat), wastewater treatment solutions (Emagro), and organic compost (Tenzel Compost). The company also distributes agricultural machinery (Aeromaster compost turners, Brillion Till 'N Seed seeders, HG200 horizontal shredder) and tools (Tomsystem trellising system, CO2 measurement equipment, Moisture Guard row covers), and operates municipal organic-waste composting services.

Product overview

Ibicol SAS is an agricultural inputs company founded in 2007 offering a portfolio of biological and botanical products for sustainable agricultural and livestock production. The product line includes: NeemAZAL 1.2 EC (botanical insecticide), NH Delta Ca (nitrogen fertilizer), Tikkun (anti-stress biostimulant), CalFlux and Blush (EcoCulture fertilizers), Fertidiat (diatomaceous earth), Emagro (wastewater treatment), and Tenzel Compost (organic fertilizer). The company also offers agricultural machinery including Aeromaster compost turners, inoculant tanks, and Till 'N Seed seeders, as well as tools like Tomsystem trellising equipment, CO2 monitors, and Moisture Guard row covers. Products are distributed exclusively in Colombia through a network of regional distributors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NeemAZAL: Botanical insecticide based on Azadirachtin extracted from Neem tree seeds, effective against mites, thrips, whiteflies, and other pests.
• CalFlux
• Blush
• NH Delta Ca
• Tikkun
• Emagro
• Fertidiat
• Tenzel Compost

Products and services

• NeemAZAL 1.2 EC Botanical insecticide, acaricide, and nematicide derived from Neem tree seeds (Azadirachta indica) with active ingredient concentration at 12,000 ppm Azadirachtin. Effective against broad-spectrum pests including thrips, whiteflies, mites, and nematodes. Certified for organic production with OMRI, USDA, IMO, IBD, ArgentCert, and ICA certifications. Distributed exclusively in Colombia by Ibicol.
• NH Delta Ca Innovative nitrogen solution that supplies nitrogen in amine form (NH2) to favor conversion into amino acids, increasing chlorophyll levels and promoting secondary root growth, improving microelement absorption and flowering. For agricultural producers seeking optimized nitrogen nutrition.
• Tikkun Plant-cell-level anti-stress biostimulant that improves antioxidant production, decreases ethylene production, extends post-harvest life of flowers and fruits, increases export value, and reduces disease attack probability. For agricultural producers managing abiotic stress.
• CalFlux Advanced calcium and zinc fertilizer formulation for crop nutrition and health. Integrates calcium and zinc in a unique synergistic formulation that allows calcium to cross cell membranes without depending on endogenous auxins, preventing physiological disorders such as blossom end rot in tomatoes and black tip in avocado. For agricultural producers.
• Blush Fruit color enhancer that accelerates and improves absorption of molybdenum and boron, promoting natural pigmentation in fruits and flowers without accelerating ripening. For fruit growers seeking improved color uniformity.
• Fertidiat Diatomaceous earth product containing 60% silicon. Used as natural insecticide that perforates insect exoskeletons causing dehydration, and as fertilizer providing micronutrients and minerals for plant nutrition. For agricultural producers seeking silicon-based crop inputs.
• Emagro Biological wastewater treatment product that accelerates organic matter degradation, significantly reduces DBO and DQO levels, recovers water bodies, eliminates odors, and reduces fly infestations. For industrial and domestic wastewater treatment operators.
• Tenzel Compost Organic fertilizer produced from composting organic waste through a rigorous 12-week natural degradation process. Distributed to agricultural fields across Colombia for soil nutrition. For agricultural producers and municipalities supplying organic waste.
• Probio Balance Biological product for agricultural and livestock production included in the company's product portfolio. For livestock producers and farmers seeking biological solutions.
• Aeromaster PT130/PT170/PT120 Compost Turners Midwest Bio Systems technology for compost production. PT130, PT170, and PT120 aerator-turners for producing high-quality compost with specialized machinery. For composting operations and agro-industrial buyers.
• Aeromaster Inoculant Tank 1775 1,775 gallon capacity inoculant tank with flotation tires, 4HP motor pump, 65 gallon inoculant tank capacity, complete connection and piping system. For composting operations.
• Till 'N Seed Seeder (Brillion) Brillion Till 'N Seed seeder designed for precise seed measurement and placement at correct depth in existing turf, pasture renovation, sports field restoration, and protein bank planting. For agricultural operations.
• HG200 Horizontal Shredder Compact horizontal shredder for rent, converts branches, construction debris, and green waste into organic mulch for gardening, animal bedding, or compost. For agricultural producers and waste management operators.
• Tomsystem Plant Trellising System Innovative plant trellising system using galvanized metal staples for fast and efficient tying of tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. Allows one person to trellis 1 hectare of tomato crop. For greenhouse and open-field crop producers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85.87% biological effectiveness against thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) at 0.5 L/Ha dose of NeemAZAL in rose cultivation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Ecoculture BiosciencesflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 December 2020Exclusive distribution partnership for Ecoculture Biosciences products (CalFlux, Blush, NH Delta Ca, Tikkun) in Colombia. Ecoculture is a Spanish company specializing in abiotic stress physiology, enabling Ibicol to offer solutions for Colombian agricultural conditions. This partnership enables coverage of more than 50% of South American territory as Ecoculture also has presence in Argentina and Brazil.
• Asobiocol (Asociación Colombiana de Biológicos)coreOthersIbicol is a member of Asobiocol, the Colombian Association of Biological Products. This industry association represents and supports companies developing biological and botanical solutions for Colombian agriculture, strengthening the company's position in the biological inputs market.
• Midwest Bio SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology representation partnership for composting technology. Ibicol represents Midwest Bio Systems technology for producing high-quality compost, including Aeromaster PT130, PT170, and PT120 turning aerators, and Aeromaster-1775 inoculant tanks for organic waste processing.
• Parry Agro Industries Ltd. (Murugappa Group)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationSource of NeemAZAL botanical insecticide through Parry Agro Industries Ltd., part of the Indian Murugappa Group founded in 1900. NeemAZAL is commercialized in more than 32 countries. The partnership provides Ibicol with patented extraction technology achieving 12,000 ppm Azadirachtin concentration.
• 20+ Regional Distributors (ALMAGRICOLA, BAM S.A., HORTITEC, AGROSUPLAN, and others)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExtensive distributor network covering all major Colombian agricultural regions including Cundinamarca, Tolima, Huila, Boyacá, Valle del Cauca, Meta, and Antioquia. Distributors include ALMAGRICOLA LTDA., BAM S.A., HORTITEC COLOMBIA, AGROSUPLAN, SAAGRO S.A.S., BIOINSUMOS DEL AGRO, DISTRIAGROS SAS, SUPERAGRO GLOBAL SAS, SAKON SAS, and others.
• Municipio de CajicáminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partnership for organic waste composting program. Cajicá municipality has successfully implemented an organic waste separation program for more than a decade, with weekly collection of organic waste processed at Ibicol's composting facility to produce Tenzel Compost.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Seipasa: Spanish biostimulant and botanical-input manufacturer with active LATAM distribution; its portfolio of stress-management and botanical products directly competes with Ecoculture-derived items Ibicol distributes in Colombia.
• Stoller Colombia: Stoller is a global specialist in plant nutrition and biostimulants with a Colombian operation; it sells overlapping categories including calcium/zinc formulations and anti-stress products, making it a direct competitor to Ibicol's CalFlux, NH Delta Ca, and Tikkun lines.

Broad incumbents

• Andermatt Colombia (Andermatt Group): Global biocontrol specialist with LATAM operations; its botanical insecticides and biological products overlap with Ibicol's NeemAZAL and biofertilizer offering for Colombian growers.
• Biobest Colombia: Belgian biological-crop-protection major with established Colombian distribution; competes for flower and high-value horticulture accounts with NeemAZAL and similar IPM-compatible products.
• Syngenta Bioline (Colombia): Multinational agrochemical/seed major with a growing biologicals portfolio in Colombia; competes with Ibicol in integrated pest management for flowers, vegetables, and cereals.
• Koppert Colombia: Dutch biological-pest-control incumbent with a strong Colombian presence in flowers and vegetables; competes head-on with NeemAZAL and Tomsystem trellising for greenhouse and floriculture customers.

Regional players

• Ecoflora Agro: Colombian manufacturer of botanical extracts and biological agricultural inputs; overlaps directly with Ibicol's biofertilizer and natural-pest-control lines within the same Colombian customer base.
• Biagro Colombia: Domestic producer of biological and organic agricultural inputs with a strong Colombian distributor footprint; closest local peer competing for shelf space at the same agricultural-input retailers.

Emerging players

• Bioagricultura del Caribe: Regional Colombian producer of biological inputs and organic fertilizers; overlaps with Ibicol's biofertilizer and Tenzel Compost portfolio in northern Colombian markets.
• Certis Biologicals: Specialist in biocontrol and biopesticides with active LATAM growth; its botanical and microbial insecticides are direct substitutes for NeemAZAL in Colombian IPM programs.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ibicolcolombia

Compliance6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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