Syngenta and Kyoyu Agri Co. Ltd Partner on Herbicide Solutions for Asian Rice Markets
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Updated Oct 12
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What happened
Syngenta and Kyoyu Agri Co. Ltd announced a strategic collaboration to distribute high-performance herbicide solutions in selected rice markets across Asia. These solutions utilize Cyclopyranil, a novel active ingredient developed by Kyoyu Agri. This product is Syngenta’s first herbicide for rice based on the protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPO)-inhibiting mode of action.
From foodonline.com
Why it matters
The partnership aims to provide farmers with new tools to overcome herbicide resistance and protect yields in rice farming. Syngenta stated that herbicide resistance is spreading, which is steadily diminishing the effective options available to rice farmers.
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Who's involved
- AsiaAffected by new herbicide solutions, improving productivity in selected rice markets.
- Apple Inc.Relies on Asia for its extensive manufacturing supply chains and market access.