Agrochemical and biological formulations are evolving faster than ever, driven by advances in AI, precision technologies, specialty additives, and bio-based ingredients. From Southeast Asia to global markets, industry leaders are developing next-generation solutions that improve crop performance, enhance soil health, reduce environmental impact, and meet growing regulatory demands. This slideshow highlights the latest trends, expert insights, and practical strategies shaping the future of crop protection.
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Innovative, Sustainable Formulations Are Shaping the Future of Agrochemicals
Agrochemical formulation is entering a new era as companies invest in technologies that improve performance while meeting growing sustainability and regulatory demands. Industry leaders are leveraging AI, advanced R&D, drone-compatible solutions, and bio-based ingredients to create more efficient, targeted crop protection products. Innovations such as controlled-release technologies and novel biological formulations are helping reshape portfolios to address environmental pressures and evolving farmer needs. Read the full story.
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Ag R&D Leaders Reveal Next-Gen Formulation Advances in Crop Protection
Top R&D experts from Bayer, Corteva, Rovensa Next, Evonik, and TraitSeq shared how cutting-edge science is shaping the next wave of agrochemical and biological formulations, from co-formulating synthetic and biological actives to leveraging AI for smarter design. Discussions highlighted field-ready products that blend chemistry with biology, strategies to reduce drift and volatility, and ongoing work to improve stability and application methods. Read the full article for deeper insights.
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Boost Crop Protection Success With Specialty Additives: Practical Tips for Formulators
Getting stable, high-performance crop protection products starts with knowing your active ingredients, choosing the right specialty additives, and aligning with sustainability and regulatory trends — expert insights that can help you improve formulation effectiveness and environmental profile. Read more.
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Emerging R&D Trends Shaping Crop Protection Formulations in Southeast Asia
Challenges like climate change, pest resistance and shrinking labor forces are pushing crop protection R&D in Southeast Asia toward innovative formulation approaches — from advanced materials and nano or controlled-release technologies to drone-compatible and precision solutions that improve efficacy and environmental outcomes. Read more.
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2026 World Report: Global Ag Leaders Share Key Trends and Outlook
As 2026 kicks off, association leaders from around the world highlight how deeper integration, advancing innovation and ongoing market volatility are shaping global crop inputs — from synthetic crop protection to biologicals, plant health and ag tech. The report offers a comprehensive view of current conditions and expectations for the year ahead, giving decision-makers clarity and direction. Read more.
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Farming’s New Frontier: How Biologicals Are Powering Healthier Crops and Soils
Biologicals — including innovative microbes and advanced delivery technologies — are emerging as powerful tools to improve soil health, enhance crop performance and reduce chemical residues in farming systems, with adoption growing as companies invest in education, partnerships and precision technologies. For more, read the full story.
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Stepan Partners with SynTech to Expand Advanced Formulation Services in North America
Stepan Company has formed a strategic partnership with SynTech Research Group to strengthen its Advanced Formulation Services (AFS) platform across North America. The collaboration combines Stepan’s formulation expertise with SynTech’s development, field, and regulatory capabilities, creating a seamless, end-to-end solution for agrochemical and biological product development. The partnership aims to accelerate innovation and help customers bring effective, sustainable crop solutions to market faster. Read the full story.
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AgriBusiness Global LIVE Explores Drone Formulation Advances and Drift Solutions
At the AgriBusiness Global LIVE! Drone Update webinar, industry experts from Evonik and Hylio examined how formulation science and application technology are shaping the future of agricultural drones. From drift mitigation and droplet optimization to canopy penetration and spot-spray capabilities, the discussion highlighted how integrated innovation is accelerating drone adoption across global crop production systems. Read more.
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Innovative, Sustainable Formulations Are Shaping the Future of Agrochemicals
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Ag R&D Leaders Reveal Next-Gen Formulation Advances in Crop Protection
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Boost Crop Protection Success With Specialty Additives: Practical Tips for Formulators
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Emerging R&D Trends Shaping Crop Protection Formulations in Southeast Asia
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2026 World Report: Global Ag Leaders Share Key Trends and Outlook
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Farming’s New Frontier: How Biologicals Are Powering Healthier Crops and Soils
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Stepan Partners with SynTech to Expand Advanced Formulation Services in North America
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AgriBusiness Global LIVE Explores Drone Formulation Advances and Drift Solutions
Lauren Milligan is Content Specialist for the Agribusiness Group, including CropLife and AgriBusiness Global. Before joining Meister Media Worldwide in 2022, she received a bachelor’s degree in English from Kent State University in 2017 and has worked on newspapers local to Portage and Summit Counties in Ohio. See all author stories here.
23 February 2026 
