Matt Hopkins

India: Dhanuka Agritech Introduces Polin Fungicide for Paddy Crop
Powered by KINOPROL Technology, Polin introduces a novel DHODHI mode of action classified under FRAC 52.
BASF Agricultural Solutions Introduces a New Setup to Strengthen Customer Focus and Integrated Crop System Solutions
Leta LaRush will assume the role of Senior Vice President, BASF Agricultural Solutions United States, effective October 1, 2026.
India: PMFAI Strongly Opposes the Push for Regulatory Data Protection in Agrochemicals
PMFAI urges India’s government to reject agrochemical data exclusivity, citing risks to farmers, domestic manufacturing, and exports.
Arevo’s Arginex Corn Delivers More Grain with Less Nitrogen in Independent European and South American Field Trials
Independent trials across the two continents show Arevo’s non-microbial seed treatment holds crop performance while cutting standard fertilizer input, even as conditions get tougher.
Ashland Scales Transformed Vegetable Oils Technology Platform in Crop Care, Launches agrimer Eco-Disperse OD Polymeric Dispersant
Patented technology combines sustainability and performance, supporting next-generation formulations.
Brazil: Symbiomics and Valeouro Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Genome Editing in the Biologicals Sector
The partnership combines Symbiomics’ proprietary platform with Valeouro’s expertise in developing and launching innovative technologies to accelerate the delivery of new biological solutions to farmers.
ADAMA to Launch Actagon Herbicide for Wheat Growers in India
The ready-mix formulation of pyroxasulfone and metribuzin delivers season-long Phalaris minor control without multiple applications or tank mixing.
Vive Crop Protection Receives U.S. EPA Registration for Bifender Duo, a New Hybrid Solution for Soil Insects and Nematodes
Bifender Duo pairs bifenthrin with a biopesticide active ingredient from ProFarm, giving growers two distinct modes of action against soil insects along with nematocidal activity.
Futureco Bioscience Appoints María José Lis to Its Board of Directors
The appointment brings a commercially grounded perspective to the company’s governance as it consolidates its international presence and enters new markets.
Rovensa Next Appoints Javier de Benito as Chief Operations Officer to Strengthen Global Operations and Customer Delivery
The appointment reinforces Rovensa Next’s focus on global operational excellence, integrating key supply chain processes along the customer journey to become more customer-centric and sustain growth.
BASF Forms Partnership With Bunge to Advance InVigor Gold Canola Launch
BASF’s InVigor Gold canola seed to be processed by Bunge, supporting commercialization in North America.
Eléphant Vert Announces Planned CEO Succession
Peter Braendle to hand over to Charles Marchand after six years as Group CEO, effective 1 November 2026.
Vylor and Rainbow Crops Partner to Accelerate Development of Novel Gene-Edited Corn Traits
Both companies will use Rainbow Crops’ AI-supported Trait Foundry technology to accelerate the development of corn hybrids that are more resilient to extreme weather.
BioConsortia Appoints Matthew Mouw as Vice President of Business Development
Agricultural technology executive brings deep experience across biologicals, seed treatment, and vegetable crops to support BioConsortia’s next phase of commercial growth.
ADAMA Appoints Dr. Zhigang Hao as President and CEO and Sammy Leibowitz as Chief Financial Officer
Global leadership experience and deep ADAMA expertise to support future growth.
Cogny Secures Brazil’s Authorization for Industrial Use of GMOs in Biocontrol Inputs
Regulatory approval positions Cogny to advance biotechnology-driven biological solutions for agriculture’s evolving needs.
Vylor to Expand Soybean Leadership: Next-Gen Tech Platforms Maintain North America Yield Advantage, Accelerate Latin America Lineup via Broad Spectrum Insect Control
Ahead of its planned separation on October 1, 2026, Corteva, Inc. has announced plans to ramp up the soybean strategy…
Efficient Fertilizer Consortium Accelerates Fertilizer Solutions for Farmers
FFAR invests $9.3 million in 12 research projects advancing fertilizer efficiency, crop productivity, and practical nutrient management solutions.
AI in Agriculture: How Much Risk Is Too Much?
From inventory forecasting to logistics planning, the industry is weighing new efficiencies against emerging operational and cybersecurity concerns.