Technological Innovation in China’s Pesticide Industry

AgriBusiness Global Staff By AgriBusiness Global Staff|19 February 2024

China’s pesticide industry, spanning over 70 years, has transformed its business model from producing generic active ingredients (AIs) for multinational companies to establishing a comprehensive industry chain, writes China Agricultural University Professor Xuemin Wu at AgriBusiness Global DIRECT.

As Chinese pesticide producers strengthened financially, they are augmenting their investment in research and development, particularly in the realm of process innovations for expired patented compounds.

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This article delves into the challenges and opportunities associated with adopting new technologies, focusing on the swift development of drone crop protection in China.

Read the full article on ABG Direct.

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