Fuhua Tongda: An innovative leader in China’s glyphosate herbicide industry

Since the start of 2024, China’s GMO crop industry has swiftly progressed toward commercialization. A series of related glyphosate herbicide products have been registered, showcasing robust market vitality and application potential.

As a prominent player in the glyphosate sector, Fuhua Tongda Chemical Co., Ltd (″Fuhua Tongda″) has made remarkable progress in GMO crop commercialization in China. With two decades of research and product development, Fuhua Tongda has emerged as a pioneer in the glyphosate industry, establishing a comprehensive portfolio of products and technical solutions for GMO crop oriented herbicides and holding the most extensive registration of transformant products in the country.

In 2024, Fuhua Tongda received registration approval for two new products—glyphosate isopropylamine 30% AS and glyphosate potassium salt 41% AS—for use in GMO crops. 

This further cements the company’s leading position in the industry. These products are applicable to various glyphosate and glufosinate-resistant genetically modified crops, including soybeans and corn.

As a leader in domestic glyphosate production, Fuhua Tongda has developed a complete green circular industrial model. Its annual production capacity of 200,000 tons places it among the top three globally. The company offers 17 glyphosate products on the international market, including technicals, single formulations, and combined formulations, which are supported by six registration certificates. Moreover, Fuhua Tongda has consistently ranked first in glyphosate exports for several years, thanks to its expansion into international markets.

In response to the global revitalization strategy for the seed industry, Fuhua Chemical has formed partnerships with renowned international agrochemical companies, gaining rich market experience and developing a mature series of products and application technologies. In 2018, Fuhua Tongda established Leshan Nongfu Trading Co., Ltd. jointly with Australia’s Nufarm Limited, further enhancing its international market footprint.

Leshan Nongfu has assembled a professional marketing team that works closely with both domestic and international experts to implement commercialization projects of GMO crops, conducting numerous demonstration trials and market launches. In 2023 and 2024, the company tested the safety and efficacy of its products ″Kleenup″ and ″Bendafeng″ across various genetically modified corn varieties, achieving outstanding results—especially under low-temperature conditions—thereby earning the trust of the market and its users.

Safety Trial for Glyphosate on Genetically Modified Corn - Different Application Rate

Efficacy Trial for Glyphosate on Genetically Modified Corn

Development History of Fuhua Glyphosate

Since launching its glyphosate research project in 2005, Fuhua Tongda has experienced significant technological advancements and rapid capacity growth. In 2007, the company commenced trial production of glyphosate with an initial capacity of 10,000 tons per year, which swiftly expanded to 120,000 tons annually. In 2011, Fuhua Tongda earned provincial awards for its innovative clean technologies. 

In 2013, the company successfully tackled the challenges associated with treating high-salinity wastewater. In 2016, it completed technical upgrades to its glycine production line and began producing glufosinate. In 2018, Fuhua Tongda’s glyphosate technical was recognized as a ″Champion Product,″ and the company was rated a ″Green Factory.″ In 2019, its annual production capacity rose to 153,000 tons and reached 180,000 tons in 2023, consolidating its leadership in the global glyphosate market.