Agrichemicals
What to Do If You Have Products Subject to New U.S. Tariffs
The new retaliation lists hit almost every product that the Chinese import from the U.S.
Americas
Trump Tariffs on Chinese Imports to Begin Sept. 24
Starting Jan. 1, 2019, the level of the additional tariffs will increase to 25 percent.
Asia
Agriculture in the U.S. and China: The Present and the Future
In part because of current events involving a high-profile trade dispute, agriculture in the U.S. and China has been thrown …
Asia
Small Steps Are the Way for Sulphur Mills
While China’s industry deals with a difficult transformation, and India eyes the opportunity, the nuances of the situation can’t be overlooked. India is grappling with its own set of challenges
Agrichemicals
With California Glyphosate Verdict, Full-Blown Chemical Warfare Has Started
God, I sometimes hate being right. Frequent readers of this column might remember that not too many months back I predicted that, since things seemed to be going pretty good for crop protection products in terms of sales, market opponents would begin redoubling their efforts to “take down” this segment in any way possible.
Asia
A Unique Advantage for Anupam Rasayan India Ltd.
Gujarat-based Anupam Rasayan is working its status as a custom manufacturer that operates independently of Chinese materials to its maximum advantage.
Agrichemicals
Sourcing Agchem from China: An Outlook that Demands Strategic Planning
C S Liew, Pacific Agriscience Pte Ltd, Singapore, examines the repercussions of the Chinese environmental crackdown and sourcing at the 2018 Trade Summit held in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Agrichemicals
What to Do If You Have Products Subject to New U.S. Tariffs
The new retaliation lists hit almost every product that the Chinese import from the U.S.
Industry News
China: We’ll Retaliate Against New U.S. Tariffs
China said on Tuesday that it had no choice but to retaliate against new U.S. trade tariffs, raising the risk …
Plant Health
Soil Holds the Secret to Mitigating Climate Change
Food production doesn’t have to be a victim of climate change. New research from Michigan State University suggests that crop …
Americas
Trump Tariffs on Chinese Imports to Begin Sept. 24
Starting Jan. 1, 2019, the level of the additional tariffs will increase to 25 percent.
Asia
Marrone Enters Distribution Partnership in Vietnam, Cambodia
Key factors driving the rapid adoption of biologicals in Vietnam include pesticide residue problems in agro-products for local consumption, new requirements for Maximum Residue Levels on agro-products imported to the EU and U.S., and a growing number of banned pesticides.
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Asia
Marrone Enters Distribution Partnership in Vietnam, Cambodia
Key factors driving the rapid adoption of biologicals in Vietnam include pesticide residue problems in agro-products for local consumption, new requirements for Maximum Residue Levels on agro-products imported to the EU and U.S., and a growing number of banned pesticides.
Agrichemicals
Bayer Outlines Vision for Future for Ag
The company intends to broadly launch FarmRise in India in 2019, with additional expansion plans in the future for Asia, Africa and South America.
Americas
DowDuPont Announces Corteva Agriscience Leadership
James C. Collins, Jr., currently chief operating officer of the Agriculture Division, will be chief executive officer of Corteva Agriscience.
Americas
Word-of-Mouth Farmer-Dealer Networks Shake Up Distribution
Now the concept’s going global as mom-and-pop dealerships sign on in a bid to boost cash flow.
Agrichemicals
How Higher Tier Testing Would Answer the Neonicotinoid Question
Fera Science has built Europe’s largest free flow mesocosm to test the impact crop protection chemicals like pesticides and biocides have on aquatic ecosystems.
Asia
Vietnamese Government Encouraged to Embrace Ag Innovation
"We call on the government to ensure that crop protection tools are properly assessed through a consistent, scientifically rigorous process in line with internationally accepted methods and standards."
Agrichemicals
Glyphosate Still Under Threat in Brazil – Report
Brazil's farmers will face higher costs if they are forced to procure substitute herbicides.
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Asia
Cargill Looks to Crop Enhancement Inc. in Indonesia
Indonesian cocoa growers in Cargill’s extensive network are eager to expand their use of this effective, farmer-friendly solution that reduces the need for synthetic pesticides.
Agrichemicals
Brazilian Court Overturns Glyphosate Ban
Judge based ruling on government's argument that the ban could harm Brazil's economy.
Americas
Labor Shortages Challenging U.S. Ag – Study
The scarcity of farm labor is also exacerbated by the shrinking number of migrant workers from Mexico.
Americas
BASF Launches Credenz with LibertyLink GT27
It allows growers to apply both Liberty herbicide and glyphosate over the top of soybeans for post-emergence control of broadleaf and grass weeds.
Agrichemicals
Hedge Hurts ADAMA Profit, While Sales Rise
The past two quarters have seen the beginnings of a recovery in demand for crop protection products in many markets, despite ongoing low soft commodity prices and farmer income.
Africa/Middle East
Zimbabwe’s New Government Pushes to Strengthen Agriculture
The new government in Zimbabwe has unveiled new plans, including a land tenure review plan and agricultural crop subsidies to …
Agrichemicals
Atticus Adds Depth with New Staff Members
Atticus welcomes six new members to its growing team of talent.
Adjuvants
Vive Announces Five Crop Protection Products for 2019
New nanotechnology-enabled products provide proven insect or disease control.
Europe
Heat, Drought Challenge BASF Production, Logistics
Due to the persistent high temperatures and low water levels in the Rhine, BASF SE announced on Aug. 6 has to adjust production and logistics at its Ludwigshafen site.
Asia
Crop Protection Key to Doubling Indian Grower Income – Report
Despite all its achievements, Indian agriculture is still grappling with challenges like high monsoon dependency, unpredictable weather patterns, reduction in arable land, low per hectare yield, and lower farmer incomes.