Valent U.S.A. to Expand Support for North American Crop Protection Offerings

Cheminova brings complementary technologies in insecticides and herbicides, enhances FMC’s fungicide portfolio and adds a growing micronutrient business.

“The acceptance of the EPA in the USA market is a huge milestone for us.” — Ziv Tirosh, CEO

New plant in Rudong is scheduled to commence end of 2014.

Company notes strong farmer response to precision agriculture service.

Deal encompasses the global Kocide and ManKocide copper fungicide business assets.

Biopesticide market to reach $6.6 billion in 2020, driven by grassroots consumer demand, large grocery retailers and food safety rules in the EU and China.

Raw material scenario in China proves both a challenge and boon for Indian players.

Agreement is for Disarm fungicide and Xonerate herbicide.

To effectively control pests, understand how the products work and know the biology of insect pests.