Agrow Allied Ventures: Rise as A Leading Agrochemical Player with Speciality Product Portfolio

In the rapidly evolving agrochemical industry, Agrow Allied has distinguished itself as a formidable leader. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, the company has emerged as a key player, renowned for its specialty products and robust technical manufacturing capabilities.

To reach the next level of growth and innovation, the Company has strategically focus on recently de-patented specialty molecules. These molecules, which have become available as patents expire, offer significant opportunities for the company to create new, high-value products that meet the evolving needs of the agricultural sector. By developing and integrating these specialty molecules into their portfolio, Agrow Allied is able to provide cutting-edge solutions that enhance crop resilience, optimize yields, and support sustainable farming practices.

The Company has added following technical (actives) to its crop protection range fostering its commitment to provide distributors and growers with significant crop protection products and solutions for the markets. 

Agrow Allied is planning to sell these products not only for India but in global markets.

1. Tembotrione

   
   

   This product is a selective, post-emergence herbicide developed for the control of a broad spectrum of broadleaf and grassy weeds in corn, maize. It remains effective for a longer period for killing all newly germinated weeds. It dissipates rapidly in the environment without causing any crop phytotoxicity. It has a low rate of application and poses almost nil environmental risks. 

   
   

2. Topramezone

   
   

   Topramezone belongs to the phenyl pyrazolyl ketone family of herbicides. It is a selective post emergent herbicide for corn.  It is rapidly metabolised by corn to non-active substances. It gets absorbed through the roots and shoots of the weeds and it starts working immediately. Weeds stop taking nutrients from soil and in 10 to 12 days, it controls weeds from their roots. It effectively controls narrow leaf and broad leaf weeds in corn field while ensuring complete safety of the crop.

   
   

3. Pyroxasulfone

   
   

   Pyroxasulfone is a selective herbicide used to control annual grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds. It's a pre-emergence herbicide that can be applied to crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton, and wheat. Pyroxasulfone inhibits very-long-chain fatty acid elongase in susceptible weeds and facilitates preemergence weed control.

   
   

4. Haloxyfop-R-methyl ester

   
   

   Haloxyfop R-Methyl ester is a selective and systemic post emergent herbicide. It provides effective control in wide range of annual and perennial grass weeds in Soybean, Cotton, Black gram, summer fallow, grain, legume, onion, oilseed crops, lucerne, clover pasture and seed crops, forestry, bananas, citrus, grapes, pineapples, pome and stone fruit, pyrethrum, tropical fruit and nut crops.

   
   

5. Chlorantraniliprole Technical (″CTPR″)

   
   

   Year 2023 was a strong year for the Company as the Company introduced new technical product i.e. Chlorantraniliprole Technical (″CTPR″) and also registered the product in European Union (″EU″). After the product got de-patented in August 2022, the Company promptly launched Chlorantraniliprole in 2023.

   
   

   CTPR is a human made broad spectrum insecticide. CTPR provides an effective and long duration of insect control with its unique mode of action in crops like sugarcane, rice, soybean, pulses, vegetables, potatoes, grapes and cotton by controlling all Lepidoptera and other species. 

Agrow Allied is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of modern agriculture. Through an extensive portfolio of specialty products, the company provides farmers with advanced solutions for crop protection and yield enhancement. These products are meticulously developed to combat various challenges, from pest resistance to environmental stressors, ensuring optimal crop health and productivity.

Strength in Technical Manufacturing with Strong Generic Crop Protection Portfolio

What sets Agrow Allied apart is its strength in technical manufacturing. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology and rigorous quality standards, the company produces a wide range of active ingredients . As on today the company is manufacturing more than 15 technical products which includes Herbicides, Insecticides and Fungicides with capacity of over 20000 mts per annum.

Agrow Allied is one of the strongest manufactures of its flagship product 2,4-D Series manufacturing 2,4-D Acid Tech / 2,4-D Amines / 2,4-D Esters / 2,4-D Sodium salt along with many other combinations. Company is 100% backward integrated, manufacturing product at lowest cost and best possible quality.

Looking ahead, Agrow Allied is gearing up to expand its portfolio with a new range of technical products currently in the pipeline. These upcoming products, which are expected to be launched soon, will further strengthen the company’s position in the agrochemical market. Moreover, the Company has prepared a robust product pipeline through 2030, focusing on molecules that will be de-patented during this period. This strategic approach is designed to boost both the top and bottom line, as these new products will cater to emerging market demands and reinforce the company’s growth trajectory. Moreover, the Company is already in process for setting up new technical manufacturing plant with a capacity of additional 8,000 MT per annum to manufacture these products. 

This technical prowess not only ensures the high efficacy of their products but also positions Agrow Allied as a reliable partner in the global agrochemical supply chain. 

Expanding Horizons: Agrow Allied Demonstrates Strong Global Reach

With a strategic focus on global expansion, Agrow Allied has successfully placed its products in over 80+ countries. The company also takes pride in its exports division that sells a huge portfolio of agrochemical products and solutions to customers across these countries, which contributes to a whopping 40% of its overall revenue. 

The Company has vast global presence and has set up the regional offices and Subsidiaries globally viz., Colombia, Tanzania, Ecuador, Nigeria, Myanmar and UAE. This impressive footprint is a testament to the company’s commitment to quality and innovation. By understanding and adapting to the diverse agricultural needs of different regions, Agrow Allied has forged strong relationships with distributors and farmers worldwide, further solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader.

Aggressive Investment in Product Registration

Registration is the backbone of the company, and to support its global ambitions, Agrow Allied is aggressively investing in the registration of new products in international markets. This proactive approach ensures that the company’s innovative solutions meet the regulatory requirements of diverse regions, enabling Agrow Allied to introduce its products more rapidly and effectively. By expanding its registered product portfolio, the Company is not only enhancing its market reach but also solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the global agrochemical industry.

Agrow Allied holds nearly 350 global registrations and has more than 500 registrations in pipeline for registration in markets viz., North and South America, Europe, Australia, Africa, South Asia and Middle East Countries, which will help our company to grow exponentially. Company is continuously investing in GLP studies and bio efficacy data to meet the regulatory requirements for registering products.

Development of New Formulations and Patents

Simultaneously, Agrow Allied is actively developing new formulations and combination products and filing patents to protect these innovations. This strategic effort underscores the company’s commitment to advancing agricultural science and technology. By securing intellectual property rights, Agrow Allied not only safeguards its innovations but also strengthens its competitive advantage in the global market. These new formulations are designed to provide enhanced efficacy, reduced environmental impact, and greater adaptability to various agricultural conditions. 

Future-Forward Vision

As the agrochemical landscape continues to evolve, Agrow Allied is poised for continued growth and innovation. The company’s strategic investments in research and development, coupled with its expanding global presence and focus on specialty molecules, position it to lead the industry in the future.

In conclusion, Agrow Allied is not just a participant in the agrochemical industry but a trailblazer. With its strong technical manufacturing base, diverse specialty product range, aggressive investments in product registration, and a commitment to sustainable agriculture, the company is set to continue its trajectory as a global leader, making a positive impact on agriculture worldwide.

This story was initially published in the 2024 India Focus. Download the magazine to read more stories.

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