FMC to Acquire Cheminova for $1.8 Billion

A growing world population and public and regulatory pressure on agriculture for continuous improvement will make biopesticide programs increasingly saleable for retailers.

Consolidation, multinationals drive access and affordability for the fertile fields of major growing regions.

Construction to start in September and be completed by April 2015.

Company sees sales increases in most regions despite challenging weather conditions.

USDA issues final EIS on Dow’s 2,4-D-tolerant cropping system for corn and soybeans.

Import options broaden into key worldwide markets.

Kurt Pedersen Kaalund to serve as group chief executive, effective Aug. 1.

Adama, private equity firms among potential bidders.

Albaugh sells off 20% stake.