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Tymirium and Adepidyn are both fungicides, while Plinazolin is an insecticide and Syngenta’s fastest-growing technology to date. 

The distribution agreement focuses on Vestaron’s Spear Lep insecticide, which is a peptide-based control method meant to provide growers with a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional chemicals.

“We’re living in a world where it’s just a matter of time,” Harlan Asmus says referencing the development of resistance.

The collaboration is for the discovery and development of new biological insecticidal solutions.

Gravista-D can be applied as a pre-bin treatment and on post-harvest grain as it flows into storage for extended residual insect control.

On November 2, 2023 the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals' released its decision to vacate the EPA 2021 final rule effectively prohibiting the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos. This week EPA gave an update.

Coragen eVo contains three times the active ingredient concentration, which results in a lower formulated product use rate.

According to FMC, growers who use the product will find healthier root systems, improved plant stands and decreased lodging in their crops – potentially contributing to better yields. 

Although it’s not known exactly when chlorpyrifos will be reinstated, agriculture groups are citing this as a huge win for farmers who have been battling EPA for more than two years.

Samuel Taylor, senior analyst for farm inputs at Rabobank, shares what to watch for the fertilizer, seed and crop protection price outlook.

Several factors converge making corn rootworm, black cutworm and true armyworm a high concern this season.

Farmers finding dead corn plants in their fields are texting pictures to Ken Ferrie, asking for help. Some of the culprits he's found include wireworm, the carbon penalty, rootless corn syndrome and herbicide carryover.

Farmers in some states can expect BCW damage in corn by mid-May. One larva can ruin five corn plants in a 24-hour period. Rescue treatments are most effective and economical -- not seed treatments or Bt hybrids.

Cutworm and armyworm moths are on the move, looking to lay eggs. Wireworms, grubs, flea beetles, gophers and voles are also looking to take up residence in your fields. Act now to stop them.

A new pest ID app designed by Iowa State University is the first of its kind for not only insect detection, but also suggested management practices that can help farmers rid their fields of unwanted pests.

10 things top executives had to say about their vision for Corteva in the near future.

Arkansas farmer Matt Miles has seen how planting dates can not only help improve yield but also his battle against pests. Staying ahead of potential pest problems has proven to be the best line of defense. 

First commercial sales of the FMC pheromone products will be launched as early as 2024. BioPhero has five products in its pipeline with launch dates in the next five years.

Cotton growers have a convenient new tool to battle nematodes in-furrow with Averland FC nematicide/insecticide/miticide from Vive Crop Protection.

With increasing resistance to pyrethroids, this bioinsecticide provides a new mode of action (Group 31) to control earworms. Its application timing is to target corn earworms at first appearance.

The company expects higher than average CRW pressure in 2021. AMVAC is encouraging retailers and farmers to consider the protection and benefits provided by soil insecticides in managing corn rootworm.

Farmers are still leaning into the services provided by their trusted advisors. A majority of farmers (69%) turn to a crop consultant or agronomist when making the final decision on crop inputs.

“This is a brand-new insecticide, Broflanilide—it’s not just a reformulation of the same chemistries,” says Ruhiyyih Dyrdahl-Young with BASF.

Here are recommendations for first-year corn and continuous corn.

Ag retailers say there are three main reasons for the increase pressure of corn rootworm in 2020.

Litigation continues against common pesticides—this time targeting two insecticides and one herbicide. At the heart of the bill, Udall and Neguse claim that EPA and the current pesticide laws do not keep citizens safe.

New Elevest insect control combines full rates of Rynaxypyr active, the industry standard for Lepidopteran control, with full rates of bifenthrin, the leading pyrethroid.

The impact of neonicotinoids on pollinators is a prime focus for the additional risk mitigation when using these products.

Bayer is set to launch a new cotton trait, called ThryvOn technology, in the early 2020s.

Governor’s May Revision proposes $5.7 million in new funding to support the transition to safer, more sustainable alternatives

This week the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals gave the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) 90 days to make a decision on chlorpyrifos.

Growing nematode populations and resistance means farmers should be prepared

15% of U.S. Corn Growers Reported Moderate to Severe Rootworm Infestations This Year.

On Nov. 1, 2017 FMC closed on a large number of DuPont assets, thereby rocketing itself to become the fifth-largest global chemical company. Post-acquisition the company plans to deliver 16 new products in four years.

According to BASF, the new formulation works by moving through the leaf to control pests that may be living on the underside of leaves.

Privately-owned Atticus has acquired fellow generic crop protection company Tacoma Ag.

On June 13, 2018, Hawaii Governor David Ige signed Senate Bill 3095, making the state the first in the U.S. to ban pesticides with chlorpyrifos.

EPA is now seeking public comments on the current neonicotinoid risk assessments. The dockets will remain open through April 21, 2018.

Want to crash an insect population? Slip in a self-limiting gene and topple the family tree in two to three generations.

In the 2018 growing season, AMVAC Chemical Corporation is offering corn growers a buy two, save $3 per acre rebate.

Resistance has been reported in the previous three major insecticide classes used for WCR beetle control

They fly, crawl and jump through fields, stealing precious bushels with every bite. Catch these thieving criminals before they lower your stands and yield potential.

Producers in California have access to Vegalab all-natural, biologically derived pesticides, fertilizers, and specialty agricultural products.

AMVAC Chemical Corporation entered an exclusive distribution agreement with Rotam North America for ReTurn XL 42% insecticide/nematicide.

The soybean aphid can cost U.S. agriculture up to $2.4 billion when left untreated.

New hybrids developed for tolerance to newest and possibly biggest sorghum yield threat.