Dow AgroSciences Names Conkesta as Brand for New Insect-Resistant Trait

Premix fungicide combines zoxamide and chlorothalonil.

Generics make up more global market share each year, and new products are poised for rapid growth.

Syngenta solution can be used with Clariva Complete Beans to reduce damage from SDS.

Experts from Israel have been training Indian officials in protected cultivation, post-harvest management, irrigation and other best agricultural practices.

Researchers hope to use this information to find similar genes in different crops, such as wheat and grapevine, to selectively breed for their enhanced salt tolerance.

The first full-year trials show yield increases in corn and soy. Novozymes and Monsanto plan for expanded trials in 2015.

Near-term headwinds in agriculture persist, but Monsanto’s ability to deliver new solutions to help farmers improve yields while efficiently using resources provides the opportunity to deliver growth in both the current environment and over the longer-term.

The sale is a step toward streamlining the company’s portfolio and focusing on its core businesses.

Wheat is the third major crop for which Fortix has received registration behind corn and soybeans.