Abstract: In a first embodiment, the invention relates to an oleo gel formulation suitable for releasing volatile components, such as semiochemicals, said formulation containing at least one oleo gelator, such as alkyl cellulose, a volatile component and a non-polar fluid. In another embodiment, an oleo gel formulation is provided, containing an active ingredient including at least one gelator, the active ingredient and a non-polar fluid. The invention further relates to a method for producing the oleo gel formulation according to the invention. Finally, the invention relates to the use of the oleo gel formulation according to the invention, in particular as a plant protection agent and pesticide, but also in the food or pharmaceutical industry containing pharmaceutical or cosmetic active substances, flavours or perfumes.