Top 10 Indian Agro-news in March 2021

Below are the most-viewed news regarding Indian companies, products, regulation and research that were published on AgroPages in March 2021.

India CIBRC 426th meeting: FMC India bring 1st Chlorantraniliprole WG to India | First local India company registrated Cyhalofop-butyl TC

At the meeting, 55 registration of pesticide technical and 11 formulation products, including 25 herbicides, 24 insecticides/acaricides, 9 fungicides, 2 plant growth regulators and 6 bio-products got approved. There are two products receiving first registration in India: Chlorantraniliprole 35% WG and Cyhalofop-butyl 97.4% TC.

In this Minute, consideration of an application of FMC India Pvt. Ltd., for grant of registration for import of Chlorantraniliprole 35% WG under section 9(3) FI. Committee deliberated the agenda and approved for grant of registration for formulation import of Chlorantraniliprole 35% WG under section 9(3) of the Insecticides Act, 1968 from Gowan Milling LLC for control of fruit borer(Helicoverpa armigera & Earias vitella) in okra crop and fruit borer(Helicoverpa armigera) in tomato crop.

In this Minute, consideration of an application of M/s Crystal Crop Protection Pvt. Ltd., for grant of registration for Technical Import of Cyhalofop butyl Technical 97.4% w/w min. us/ 9(3 (TI vs TIM)). RC deliberated the agenda and approved for grant of registration for Technical Import of Cyhalofop butyl Technical 97.4% w/w min. us/ 9(3 (TI vs TIM) for import from M/s Shanghai Shengnong Pesticide Co. Ltd. and supplied by M/s Shanghai Forever Chemical Co. Ltd.

It will be interesting to see if other local Indian companies register this product in the future.

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Meghmani Organics Limited to venture into contract manufacturing

In the year 2020 Meghmani had successfully completed the expansion of it 2, 4-D manufacturing plant taking its capacity to 22,000 MT per annum and its formulation unit expanded to add more capacities to manufacture EC, SC, WDG, SL etc both based out of Gujarat, India’s prime chemical belt and having proximity to key ports. 

Meghmani has recently started its own subsidiary company in Brazil and has already received several registrations. It is currently in process to file more files for registration and keep increasing its product portfolio. MOL is further planning to venture into contract manufacturing in the year 2022 with an initial investment of USD 20-25 MN for various products in Dahej, Gujarat.

Microbial Seed Coating - New Horizons in Seed Coating Solutions

The demand for biological seed coating solutions is increasing. Microbes uses natural mechanisms to control pests, minimize stress and provides nutrition for better growth and yield. Seed coating with microbes is one of the foremost step in introducing the virulent and efficient microbes on the seeds. Seed coating techniques are not feasible at a commercial scale and there are significant technical challenges in maintaining viable microbes and seeds throughout commercial seed treatment processes and storage. 

The efficiency of the seed coating depend on the microbial load on seed surface and viability of coated microbes during storage and transport. To increase the efficiency of the microbial seed coating, IPL Biologicals Limited has come out with the novel method of coating the seeds with virulent and potential microbes using a unique polymer (Biocoat). The Biocoat developed by IPL Biologicals Limited is biodegradable in nature, provides good adhesion, provide uniform coverage, non-inhibitory to microbes, preserve microbes for long time and soluble in water (hydrophilic). The NutriBiocoat  (Biocoat + nutrition and protection providing microbes) is a novel product for the coating the seeds with virulent and potent beneficial microbes.

New sulphur biofungicide could fill chlorothalonil gap

A new sulphur fungicide formulation and elicitor product could help fill the gap left by the withdrawal of multisite active chlorothalonil. Sulphur applications for disease control were commonplace in wheat crops 40 years ago, with the element providing some multisite fungicidal activity on key diseases such as septoria. 

The introduction of more effective synthetic fungicides left it out in the cold for many years, but as chlorothalonil is now banned and mancozeb is under threat, it could make an appearance in programmes once more.

FMC corporation announces long-term collaboration with UPL Ltd. for Rynaxypyr® active ingredient

FMC Corporation announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with UPL Ltd. to expand access of Rynaxypyr® active to growers around the world and increase the manufacturing capacity for this critical molecule. 

Under the multi-year agreement, FMC will provide UPL access to products containing Rynaxypyr® active for distribution in select markets. In the future, FMC will supply Rynaxypyr® active to UPL for use in product formulations developed and marketed by UPL around the world. Additionally, UPL will toll manufacture Rynaxypyr® active for FMC in India for the India market.  This arrangement will significantly increase FMC's manufacturing footprint and capacity for Rynaxypyr® active, expanding FMC's ability to supply the growing demand.

Top 10 agricultural companies in India in 2021

The agriculture companies have been, for years unknown doing efforts to keep the supply of edible things constant to us. The process is a long one that needs involves tedious days of production of the crops, supply of pesticides and fertilizers, and a lot more. 

Therefore, given below is a list of the top 10 agricultural companies in India in 2021: 1. DuPont India; 2. Rallis India Limited; 3. Nuziveedu Seeds Limited; 4. Lemken India Agro Equipments Private Limited; 5. Advanta Limited; 6. Monsanto India; 7. Poabs Organic Estates; 8. National Agro-Industry; 9. Godrej Agrovet Limited; 10. Rasi Seeds

Top 10 Chemical Companies In India In 2021

The total manufacturing GDP of the economy has a 17% share of the chemical industry alone. More than 80,000 chemicals are produced in the nation for a variety of purposes. Chemical industries also engage themselves in the production of ammunitions, fertilizers, paints, perfumes and a many more. With so many efficient chemical producing companies, it might also get challenging for the customers to select the best. 

Therefore, given below is a list of the top 10 chemical producing companies: 1. Tata chemicals; 2. Pidilite Industries; 3. Gujrat Alkalis and Chemicals Limited; 4. BASF India Ltd.; 5. UPL Limited; 6. P I Industries; 7. Solar Industries India Limited; 8. Aarti Industries Limited; 9. Coromandel International Ltd.; 10. Atul Ltd.

Sea6 Energy - The pioneer of the only patented seaweed-based biostimulant across the globe

Sea6 Energy is the first and the only company today to have a patented seaweed-based biostimulant. Sea6 Energy brings its patented technology and products to crop markets in India as well as the international waters of Vietnam, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and USA. The company stands out for its unique combination of expertise in biotechnology and ocean engineering. 

Sea6 Energy is now collaborating with global market leaders, FMC (in India) and Sumitomo (in Vietnam and the USA), to sell their biostimulant product. In the next few years, Sea6 Energy will get more registrations for AgroGain in European countries and expand its presence in China and LATAM markets. The company looks forward to utilizing the potential of the ocean in a sustainable and ethical way to build a whole new economy based on marine biomass. It aims to work with more sole distributors and bring the benefits of its sustainable technology to growers worldwide.

"India emerging as a global leader in the agrochemical industry": Parshottambhai Rupala

Mr Parshottambhai Rupala, Minister of State for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India today said that our farmers are registering an all-time high record production. “When we talk about India, we cannot leave the agriculture sector. When we talk about agriculture, we should be compelled to talk about pesticides, as it plays a very important role in ensuring the growth of agriculture in India,” he added.

Addressing the second day of ‘India Chem 2021’, organized by FICCI, jointly with the Department of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Govt of India, Mr Rupala said, “We need to devise methods and policies to increase farmer’s awareness regarding spraying of pesticides. They need to be made aware of its cost effectiveness and accuracy. The government gives importance to this sector and Indian farmers have successfully generated record production.”

Tradecorp opens its first office in India

The constant success of Tradecorp in India over the past years has notoriously shown the country’s tremendous potential and the need for the quality nutrition that Tradecorp offer. The Tradecorp India team was founded in 2015. Without a physical place and lots of effort over these 5 years, they have achieved a total integration in the country, bringing expert solutions and more than 35 years of experience to every corner.

The new Tradecorp office will be located Wakad, Pune. This location has been chosen with a strategic view, as Pune in Maharashtra is one of the main points for business in agriculture, in a mid-point for transportation along the country and an open door for great nutrition market due to the size and variety of crops that surround the area. The opening of the new India office will accelerate every process in the country, from product registration to a closer and more efficient customer service.