Ceradis obtains registration for CeraSulfur in Italy, with distribution by its partner De Sangosse

Date:02-05-2021

Ceradis Crop Protection B.V. announces its new, innovative bio-sulfur fungicide CeraSulfur has obtained registration in Italy, starting with usage on grapes. Distribution will be done by De Sangosse Italia under the brand name Whisper.
 
CeraSulfur SC is a groundbreaking product, the first sulfur fungicide derived from agricultural sources. The sulfur is made by bacteria that turn hydrogen sulfide (H2S), a byproduct of biogas production, into elemental sulfur. With the origin of the process being farm waste, this organic and circular (“farm to farm”) sulfur has a different chemical structure and a smaller particle size, making it more effective than conventional sulfur. Also, it has a hydrophilic nature as opposed to conventional sulfur, which is hydrophobic, making it far easier to handle and combine with other products. So CeraSulfur offers the grower a no dust, lower sulfur need, less residue, great mixability and easy tank cleaning application. This unique and patented product was awarded the Bronze Medal at the prestigious 2020 Sival Innovation Competition in France.

"The crop protection industry is facing consistent pressure to switch from chemical to biological pesticides. We have already launched our product in France in 2020 with our partner De Sangosse, under the tradenames Whisper and Kashmir. We are very happy to add more countries, in line with our global ambitions for CeraSulfur, especially with such a strong partner who shares our goal to give farmers alternatives to chemical pesticides. We look forward to working with De Sangosse Italia to ensure a successful launch of CeraSulfur in Italy. Our next goal with De Sangosse will be to broaden the label in France and Italy and obtain registration in Spain." states Willem-Jan Meulemeesters, CEO of Ceradis.