FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, has announced a strategic agreement with Ballagro Agro Tecnologia Ltda., a pioneer in fungi-based biosolutions, to offer Brazilian growers a diverse portfolio of innovative biological solutions. This partnership is a key part of FMC’s plan to expand its biologicals platform in important markets like Brazil.
Under the agreement, FMC Brazil will license and distribute several top biosolutions from Ballagro. This collaboration combines FMC’s expertise in microbial solutions with Ballagro’s leadership in fungi-based technologies, enhancing the biosolutions market in Brazil by providing growers with access to advanced crop protection options.
“This agreement marks a significant advancement in FMC’s global Plant Health business, driving growth and strengthening our market position through innovation,” said Dr. Bénédicte Flambard, Vice President of FMC Plant Health. “Together, FMC and Ballagro offer a highly differentiated portfolio and innovative, science-backed biological solutions. By combining our knowledge and resources, we aim to transform the biosolutions landscape in Brazil.”
FMC’s commitment to expanding its Plant Health portfolio with complementary biological, synthetic, and precision agriculture technologies supports a holistic approach to pest management, promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The collaboration with Ballagro will enable FMC to provide a comprehensive range of biological solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability for growers.
“Brazilian growers are eager for new technologies to sustainably protect their crops amid evolving pest pressures, climate change, and a more stringent regulatory landscape,” stated Renato Guimarães, Vice President and President of FMC Latin America. “Partnering with Ballagro strengthens our market strategy in Brazil, offering innovative biosolutions that cater to the evolving needs of growers.”
“Brazil has become a leader in the adoption of biological control, and this agreement represents a vital step in delivering advanced technologies and expertise to Brazilian farmers,” said Arnelo Nedel, Commercial Director of Ballagro. “With our shared commitment to innovation and knowledge, Ballagro and FMC are well-positioned to accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions that promote sustainable agriculture.”
FMC has a significant footprint in Brazil, leading efforts to promote sustainable agriculture through a diverse array of biological solutions that complement its synthetic and precision agriculture offerings. This includes recent product launches like Ataplan® and Provilar® biofungicides, Quartzo® and Presence® full bionematicides, and Seed+ and Seed+CoMo biostimulants. Over the past five years, FMC has launched nearly 50 biological products in 42 countries and will continue to invest in its Plant Health business through in-house research and development, strategic partnerships, and the commercialization of its proprietary pheromones platform.
