China agrochemical industry weekly(0223)

Syngenta and Longping line up to buy Brazilian companies, Why is Brazil/Latin America important?

Outside the United States, Brazil is one of the most promising agricultural markets in the world. Since February, Syngenta and Longping have disclosed their acquisition plans in the Brazilian market. Longping will acquire a 90% stake in Cereal Ouro, a soybean seed processing plant located in Rioverdi, Goias state, Brazil. Syngenta announced the completion of the acquisition of Feltrin Sementes, a Brazilian vegetable seed company.

BASF's Surtain herbicide (Pyroxasulfon + Saflufenacil) is approved by the US EPA

Basf recently announced that its Surtain herbicide has been approved for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, but it still needs state approval.

Corteva launches New fungicide Floxcor（ Fluoxastrobin ）in the US

 Recently，Corteva announced that it will launch Floxcor specialty fungicide (active ingredient: Fluoxastrobin) for turf and ornamental plants in the US market to expand its disease management portfolio.

There is a lack of pesticide product registration on lemons in China, and Fruit farmers have no choice, use is illegal

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Bureau of Guiping, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, recently investigated a case of pesticide use that did not follow the pesticide label, according to the bureau.

Agricultural production pressure! Eu scrapped its plan to halve pesticide use

 The European Commission has shelved plans to reduce the use of pesticides to ease pressure on farming. Meanwhile, farmers across Europe are continuing to demand higher prices for their produce and a relaxation of EU environmental rules.

Adama introduced Maxentis in Canada as a combination of Prothioconazole and Azoxystrobin

Recently, Adama Canada has announced the launch of Maxentis fungicide (Prothioconazole + Azoxystrobin) for use in local beans and canola to combat three specific crop diseases: anthrax, Southern blight and leaf spot.

Jadesheen (Bangladesh) held the 2024 brand business launch meeting to promote the international operation of the brand

Recently, Jadesheen (Bangladesh) successfully held the 2024 brand business launch meeting at Dream + Resort Hotel in the northern city of Sedpur, Bangladesh. This meeting aims to summarize the work results of the past year, plan the development strategy of the New Year, and further promote the international operation of Jadesheen brand

Bayer launches Diflufenican in Brazil with new compound Icafolin to address resistance issues

At the Soybean Innovation Club in Mato Grosso, Brazil, Bayer revealed that it is developing a range of herbicide solutions to combat the growing problem of weed resistance.

Nigeria has become the second African country to approve the commercial cultivation of genetically modified maize

 In January 2024, Nigeria approved the commercial rollout of four TELA maize varieties that have been genetically engineered to have higher insect resistance and drought tolerance. In addition to South Africa, Nigeria has become the second country in Africa to approve the commercialization of genetically modified maize.

Inquiries are increasing, and the potash fertilizer market is gradually benefiting

Before the Spring Festival holiday, the domestic potash market basically entered a stagnant state, mainly stabilized, the trading atmosphere was light, and the inquiries gradually decreased. The end of the Spring Festival holiday, the fertilizer market slowly started, inquiries significantly increased, but the enthusiasm for trading is still insufficient. In terms of price, unlike urea and phosphate fertilizer, the price of potash fertilizer has not changed significantly. It is expected that in the short term, the domestic potash market will be mainly stable.

Modification and supplement of Bifenthrin EC by new national standard

The recommended national standard of "Bifenthrin EC" approved and issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation (Standardization Administration) (standard number: GB/T 22620-2023, instead of GB/T 22620-2008, Public website; https://openstd.samr.gov.cn/bzgk/gb/newGbInfo?hcno=758428A98B6D07B153DDFD8EC13E2593 and https://www.sdtdata.com/fx/fmoa /tsLibCard/195197.html). It will be officially implemented from June 1, 2024.

Sipcam Agro announces its entry into the Canadian market

Sipcam Agro has announced its entry into the Canadian market, aiming to bring North American proven formulations and lawn protection product experience to local farmers. Sipcam Agro is part of the privately held Italian company SiPCAM-Oxon, which has long been involved in the global pesticide sector.

The 3rd Shaanxi Plant Protection INFORMATION EXCHANGE & New Fertilizer TRADE FAIR will be held in Xi 'an in July

The 3rd Shaanxi Plant Protection and New Fertilizer Trade Fair（2024）will be held in Xi 'an International Convention and Exhibition Center (CHANBA) on July 30-31, 2024!

Thailand's Ministry of Agriculture seized 139,800 litres of illegally traded Glyphosate imports worth more than 12 million baht

Raphum JanPrakit Sriyuk, director general of Thailand's Ministry of Agriculture, revealed that the Thai Ministry of Agriculture raided 139,800 liters of illegally imported pesticide Glyphosate, worth more than 12 million baht, and was seized as a result, in this case, the violation of more than 10 million baht was exceptional.