Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Factors Driving the Feed Antioxidants Market

The report "Feed Antioxidants Market by Type Synthetic (BHT, BHA, Ethoxyquin, and Propyl Gallate) and Natural (Carotenoids, Tocopherols, Botanical Extracts, and Vitamins), Animal (Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, Cattle, and Pets), Form, Region - Global Forecast to 2025", is estimated at USD 356 million in 2019 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2019 to 2025, to reach USD 474 million by 2025. Factors such as a rise in demand for quality feed, improved technology for feed production, and an increase in the standardization of meat products stimulate the growth of the feed antioxidants market across the globe.


The powder segment for dry feed antioxidants is projected to account for the largest market share, by form

The powder form of feed antioxidants dominated the dry segment. Powders are estimated to witness higher demand as they are convenient to coat over the feed. In addition, as the size of the powder form is consistent, it helps to be coated on the feed easily. Antioxidants such as carotenoids, ethoxyquin, BHT, BHA, and TBHQ are available in this form. These antioxidants are preferred as they are also easy to use in combination with other feed antioxidants.


The poultry segment is projected to account for the largest feed antioxidants market share, by animal

In poultry production, one of the major factors for feed is the cost; hence, reducing feed costs per bird is a priority. Poultry production has to be efficient as feed has to be converted into meat and eggs. Feed costs can be reduced by adding feed additives such as enzymes and antioxidants, which increase digestibility and prevent the loss of nutrients, with the result that the poultry gains more nutritional value from the same amount of feed. Companies such as Cargill, Koninklijke DSM N.V., and Kemin provide feed antioxidants such as carotenoids, tocopherols, synthetic antioxidants and citric acid, BHT, butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), and tocopheryl acetate for the poultry industry.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the feed antioxidants market in 2018. Asia Pacific, being the largest continent with a relatively fast economic development, is witnessing a rising demand for meat. Consequently, to produce quality meat, feed antioxidants are gaining importance and being incorporated to prevent spoilage and increase shelf-life.
This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies along with the product portfolios of leading companies in the feed antioxidants market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Cargill (US), Archer Daniels Midland Company (US), Koninklijke DSM N.V. (Netherlands), BASF SE (Germany), Nutreco (Netherlands), Kemin (US), Adisseo (France), Perstorp (Sweden), Alltech (US), Caldic (Canada), Novus International (US), Chemical Fine Sciences (India), Oxiris Chemical (Spain), VDH ChemTech (India), Zhejiang Medicine (China), BTSA (Spain), Bertol Company (Czech Republic), FoodSafe Technologies (US), Videka Company (US), Lallemand Animal Nutrition (Canada), and Industrial Tecnica Pecuaria (Spain).


Key Questions Addressed by the Report:
  • What are the growth opportunities in the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are the major and new product launches in the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are the significant trends that are disrupting the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are some of the major regulatory challenges and restraints that the industry faces?
  • Which region is projected to emerge as a global leader by 2025?

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Controlled-release Fertilizers Market

The global controlled-release fertilizers market is estimated at USD 2.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 3.2 billion by 2025. The controlled-release fertilizers market is projected to grow at a rate of 6.3% during the forecast period. Factors driving the market include an increase in demand for highly efficient fertilizers, favorable government regulations, a rise in demand for high-value crops, and an increase in the number of investments from key players in this market. The growing environmental concerns associated with nutrient loss through soil leaching and runoffs from fields on the using excess conventional fertilizers are effectively addressed by these fertilizers.


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The fertigation segment of controlled-release fertilizers is projected to account for the largest market share, by mode of application

The controlled-release fertilizers market, by application method, was dominated by the fertigation segment. Fertigation is a technique that has been adopted by major countries. In this technique, the fertilizer is included with irrigation water and applied through systems. This technique witnesses better application than broadcasting and subsurface placement. Owing to the increasing irrigated land, fertigation is highly preferred as a suitable application method adopted in both developed and developing countries across the globe for the application of these fertilizers. Also, the labor costs are reduced to a large extent through the adoption of these techniques, which also adds to their increasing demand.

The N-stabilizers segment is projected to account for the largest controlled-release fertilizers market share, by type

In terms of volume, the N-stabilizers segment is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the N-stabilizers fertilizers market in 2020, owing to its vast adoption across the globe for agricultural crops and its viable purchasing price. Another factor could be the extensive use of nitrification inhibitors and Urease Inhibitors for non-agricultural usage in developed countries. In terms of value, the coated & encapsulated segment is projected to be the fastest-growing, during the forecast period, and slow-release in terms of value.
The Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period.
Asia Pacific dominates the market, with 49% of the global market share. The government policies adopted by Asia Pacific countries and large subsidies, in certain countries up to 100% for marginal farmers, provided on fertilizers are the major factors triggering the growth of this market in the region. R&D investments in the development of coated fertilizers and the installation of new production capacities by key players are also expected to boost the market in the next five years.
This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies along with the product portfolios of leading companies in the controlled-release fertilizers market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Nutrien Ltd. (Canada), Yara International ASA (Norway), ICL (Israel), ScottsMiracle-Gro (US), Koch Industries (US), Helena Chemical (US), Kingenta (China), SQM (Chile), Haifa Chemicals (Israel), JCAM AGRI. (Japan), COMPO EXPERT (Germany), Nufarm Ltd. (Australia), The Andersons Inc. (US), Van Iperen International (Netherlands), Mosaic Company (US), OCI Nitrogen (Netherlands), AgroLiquid (US), DeltaChem (Germany), SK Specialties (Malaysia), and Pursell Agri-Tech (US). New product launches, expansions, agreements, and acquisitions have been the areas of focus of these manufacturers to gain better penetration in the developing markets of Asia Pacific and South America.

Recent Developments:

  • In September 2019, Nutrien, Ltd. (Canada) acquired Ruralco Holdings Limited (Ruralco) in Australia. Through this acquisition, Nutrien would provide significant benefits to its stakeholders as well as enhance the delivery of its products and services to Australian farmers.
  • In August 2019, Yara International ASA (Norway) and Nel Hydrogen Electrolyser, a division of Nel ASA (Norway), entered into a collaboration agreement for low-carbon-footprint fertilizer production at Yara’s existing plant in Porsgrunn, Norway. This project was supported by the Research Council of Norway, Innovation Norway, and Enova through the PILOT-E program.
  • In March 2019, Yara International ASA (Norway) launched Yaralix, a tool for precision farming, allowing the farmers to measure crop nitrogen requirements using their smartphones. The system consisted of a free-to-download application that was designed to handle the smartphone camera to determine nitrogen requirements for different crops in the early growth stages.

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Factors Driving the Top Trends in the Agricultural Biologicals Market

The report "Top Trends in the Agricultural Biologicals Market by Agricultural Biologicals, Biocontrols, Biofungicides, Bioinsecticides, Bionematicides, Biostimulants, Biofertilizers, Agricultural Inoculants, Agricultural Pheromones, Biological Seed Treatment - Global Forecast to 2025", is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.7% from an estimated value of USD 9.9 billion in 2020 to reach USD 18.9 billion by 2025. The market is driven by factors such as increased awareness towards organic food, growing concerns about the hazards of using chemicals, demand for high-value crops, and increase in awareness about residue levels in food, and favorable regulatory framework for the application of agricultural biologicals products are some of the key drivers for growth in agricultural biologicals market.




By trends, the biocontrols segment is projected to dominate the agricultural biologicals market during the forecast period.

Biocontrols are expected to be a substitute for conventional chemicals due to the increasing regulations on chemical usage and maximum residue levels (MRLs). The pesticides market is expected to decline, owing to their detrimental effect on the living organisms. Biocontrols not only kills the target pests but also aids in minimizing the number of sprays. The ban on the usage of key pesticides will also drive the market for biocontrols market across the regions.

By trends, the bionematicides segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the agricultural biologicals market during the forecast period.

There has been an increase in the loss of agricultural crops due to root-knot nematodes, globally, every year. Currently, the market for bionematicides is not majorly commercialized, but in the coming years, it poses a great scope. The increasing concerns towards preventing the loss caused by soil-borne insects is fueling the growth of the bionematicides market.

Significant competition to capitalize on the market potential among international manufacturers in the Europe and American regions

The need to maintain a minimum residual level in food products and high growth prospects for organic food has been driving the agricultural biologicals market in these regions. Developed countries adopt modern agricultural practices and have strict regulations to limit excessive agrochemical applications. Therefore, the markets in Europe and North America are influenced by such drivers. The awareness regarding the sustainable benefits of biologicals has promoted the growth in developing countries such as Asia Pacific and South America.

This report includes a study of the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolio of leading companies. These companies include BASF SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), UPL (India), Marrone Bio Innovations (US), Corteva AgriSciences (US), Valent BioSciences (US), Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands), and Certis USA LLC (US), which are some of the well-established and financially stable players that have been operating in the industry for several years. Other players include Valagro S.P.A. (Italy), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Stockton Bio-AG (Israel), Valent BioSciences (US), and Rizobacter Argentina (Argentina), among others.


Key questions addressed by the report:
  • Who are some of the key players operating in the agricultural biologicals market, and how intense is the competition?
  • What kind of competitors and stakeholders would be interested in this market? What will be their go-to-market strategy, and which emerging market will be of significant interest?
  • How are the current R&D activities and M&A’s in the agricultural biologicals market projected to create a disrupting environment in the coming years?

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Growing Demand From Sports Venues Drives the Artificial Grass Market

The artificial grass market is estimated at USD 3.20 Billion in 2017 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8%, to reach USD 4.45 Billion by 2022. The market is driven by the growing demand for artificial grass from the sports industry, increasing applications of artificial grass in commercial and residential landscaping across the globe, coupled with the demand from the regions where the environmental conditions are arid or semi-arid. The shift in preference for artificial grass over natural grass is attributed to benefits such as increased frequency of usage; longer playing sessions; low-maintenance; and no requirement of irrigation, mowing, trimming, and fertilizers.


Objectives of the study are as follows:

To define, segment, and project the global market size with respect to application, installation, fiber base material, infill material, and key regions
To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide the competitive landscape of the market leaders
To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value and volume, with respect to the regions (along with the key countries)
To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their market position and core competencies
To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, and new product developments in the artificial grass market


Based on installation, the market has been segmented into flooring and wall cladding. The flooring segment dominated the market in terms of both value and volume in 2016. Rising popularity and acceptance of synthetic sports fields for indoor as well as outdoor sports, along with extended applications in landscaping are the key factors that drive the flooring segment in the artificial grass market. In developed countries, the backing of advanced technologies with regard to product development and sports infrastructure development has fueled the demand for artificial grass.

Based on fiber base material, the market has been segmented into polyethylene, polypropylene, and nylon. The polyethylene segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the market in 2017. It is widely preferred by various artificial grass manufacturers due to due to its durability, softness, and resiliency, which is required for technically demanding contact sports pitches.

Based on application, the artificial grass market has been segmented into contact sports, non-contact sports, landscaping, and leisure. The contact sports segment is estimated to be the largest segment in 2017 and this trend is expected to continue through the forecast period owing to factors such as the increase in number of football pitches across the world, increase in investments in hockey in countries such as India, and growth in popularity of American football in the US.

Europe is estimated to occupy the largest share of the global artificial grass market, in terms of value, in 2017, owing to the mature artificial grass industry and the presence of major companies such as Tarkett (France), SportGroup (Germany), Victoria PLC (UK), and SIS Pitches (UK). The increase in research & development activities for artificial grass due to safety concerns of sports players, government support for the maintenance of artificial grass facilities, and infrastructure to promote sports activities, mainly football, is expected to drive the global market in this region during the forecast period.

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The health and environmental impact of artificial grass is the major factor restraining the growth of the market globally. The major challenge faced by the end users is the high field temperature associated with artificial grass.

The artificial grass market is dominated by key players such as DowDuPont (US), Tarkett (France), Controlled Products (US), Shaw Industries Group (US), and Victoria PLC (UK). Other artificial grass companies include Act Global (US), SportGroup (Germany), TigerTurf (New Zealand), SIS Pitches (UK), Matrix Turf (US), Nurteks Hali (Turkey), Soccer Grass (Brazil), Limonta (Italy), Sportlink (Brazil), and El Espartano (Argentina).

Monday, September 23, 2019

Factors Driving the Drip Irrigation Market

The report "Drip Irrigation Market by Component (Emitters, Drip Tubes/Drip Lines, Filters, Valves, and Pressure Pumps), Emitter/Dripper Type (Inline and Online), Application (Surface and Subsurface), Crop Type, and Region - Global Forecast to 2025" The drip irrigation market is estimated to be valued at USD 8.5 billion by 2025, from USD 4.9 billion in 2019, at a CAGR of 9.6% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as enhanced crop yields and improved efficiency in agricultural production.


Report Objectives:

  • To describe and forecast the drip irrigation market, in terms of component, crop type, emitter type, application, and region
  • To describe and forecast the drip irrigation market, in terms of value, by region–Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Rest of the World—along with their respective countries
  • To provide detailed information regarding the major factors influencing market growth (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To strategically analyze micromarkets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contributions to the overall market
  • To study the complete value chain of drip irrigation
  • To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders by identifying the high-growth segments of the drip irrigation ecosystem
  • To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market position in terms of ranking and core competencies, along with detailing competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To analyze strategic approaches such as acquisitions and divestments, expansions and investments, product launches and approvals, agreements, collaborations and partnerships in the drip irrigation market

Based on crop type the field crops segment is projected to be the most significant contributor in the drip irrigation market during the forecast period

The demand for field crops is likely to record a higher market share between 2019 and 2025. Drip irrigation has been gaining significance among field crop growers for its precise application to the crops, and thus, is offering increased benefits such as reduced costs, higher profit margins, and lesser water and fertilizer requirements. Drip irrigation proved to be profitable for growing vegetables, orchard crops, and turf & lawns; however, in the last decade, its use in field crops such as corn, sugarcane, and cotton has also been profitable. The increasing prices of field crops have also fueled the drip irrigation market growth.

Ease of installation and higher levels of efficiency drive prospects for inline emitters in the drip irrigation market.

The drip irrigation market is segmented on the basis mode of emitter type into inline and online emitters. Inline emitters are usually present within the laterals with equal spacing. Inline emitters may be flat boat-shaped, cylindrical, or may be attached to the inner wall of the lateral. Inline emitters are usually used for row crops or field crops such as onion, chili, potato, turmeric, vegetables, sugarcane, and cotton. They are prepared from superior-quality linear low-density polyethylene material. They help provide maximum resistance against clogging. Inline emitters are suitable for surface irrigation and subsurface irrigation.

High costs and increasing demand for cash crops in regional and export markets drive the growth for surface drip irrigation systems.

In terms of application, the drip irrigation market is segmented into surface and subsurface systems. Well-designed irrigation equipment is capable of enhancing the agricultural production and reassures economic vitality of the farmer. Operational agronomical practices are essential components of an irrigation system. Surface drip irrigation equipment is widely used to irrigate perennial crops (trees and vines), vegetable crops and annual row crops. Surface equipment utilizes water, which is applied over the soil by drip tubes or laterals.

Asia Pacific is projected to account for the largest market size during the forecast period

The Asia Pacific drip irrigation market is estimated to be the largest between 2019 and 2025 and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR. Asia Pacific was the largest consumer of drip irrigation in 2019. The region is marking a dramatic shift from the installation of basic irrigation facilities to the adoption of precision irrigation systems through technological upgrading. The focus of agriculture has shifted from traditional crops to more commercial crops. Due to these changes, irrigation facilities are expected to modernize their irrigation management and preferably their infrastructure. Drip irrigation has become an essential aspect as commercial crops are sensitive to the amount of water required and the time taken for its delivery.

Key Market Players:

The key drip irrigation manufacturers in this market include Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd. (India), Lindsay Corporation (US), The Toro Company (US), Netafim Limited (Israel), Rain Bird Corporation (US), Chinadrip Irrigation Equipment Co. Ltd. (China), Elgo Irrigation Ltd. (Israel), Shanghai Huawei Water Saving Irrigation Corp. (China), Antelco Pty Ltd. (Australia), EPC Industries (India), Microjet Irrigation (South Africa), T-L Irrigation (US), Sistema Azud (Italy), Metzer Group (Israel), Grupo Chamartin Chamsa (Italy), and Dripworks Inc. (US). These players are undertaking a strategy involving new product launches, acquisitions, and collaborations & agreements to improve their market position and extend their competitive advantage.

Animal Disinfectants Market Analysis, Growth, Share, Trends, and Forecast - 2025

The report "Animal Disinfectants Market by Type (Iodine, Lactic Acid, Hydrogen peroxide, Phenolic Acid), Application (Dairy Cleaning, Swine, Poultry, Equine, Dairy and Ruminants, Aquaculture), Form (Liquid, Dry), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", The animal disinfectants market is projected to reach USD 4.4 billion by 2025 and was estimated at USD 2.9 billion in 2019, recording a CAGR of 6.9% from 2019. The major factors driving the animal disinfectants market include the increasing incidences of diseases in livestock. In addition, increasing introduction of regulations pertaining to animal hygiene across the globe reflects positively on the market growth.


Report Objectives:


  • To describe and forecast the animal disinfectants market, in terms of type, form, application, and region
  • To describe and forecast the animal disinfectants market, in terms of value, by region–Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, South America, and the Rest of the World—along with their respective countries
  • To provide detailed information regarding the major factors influencing market growth (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To strategically analyze micromarkets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contributions to the overall market
  • To study the complete value chain of animal disinfectants
  • To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders by identifying the high-growth segments of the animal disinfectants market
  • To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market position in terms of ranking and core competencies, along with detailing competitive landscape for market leaders
  • To analyze strategic approaches such as acquisitions and divestments, expansions and investments, product launches and approvals, agreements, collaborations and partnerships in the animal disinfectants market

The iodine segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the animal disinfectants market during the forecast period.
The iodine segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment as many forms of iodine are used in disinfectants for animal health and food processing. The natural properties of iodine ensure its applicability in other applications, including biological applications. Iodine is increasingly available in seaweeds, which are its most common commercial source.
The liquid segment is projected to witness the highest growth in the animal disinfectants market during the forecast period, due to the increased logistical advantage associated with the segment.
The liquid segment is projected to record the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Liquid animal disinfectants are highly effective against different types of virulent organisms. Additionally, liquid disinfectants include a wide range of applications, including footbaths, foot dips, foam-based sprays, aerial disinfection, and water-system disinfection procedures. These disinfectants also differ on the basis of the chemical concentrate and their application. Due to these factors, the liquid segment is projected to record the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Europe is projected to account for the largest share in the animal disinfectants market during the forecast period.
The European market accounted for the largest share in 2019; this market is majorly driven by France, which is a major market for animal disinfectants. France is among the leading producers of livestock in the European Union. According to the French Ministry of Agriculture, pasture lands account for 25% of the country’s land use and comprise 198,000 cattle farms and 250,000 livestock farms. France is a leading poultry and cattle producer in the EU and is the third-largest producer of swine and sheep in the region. These animals are distributed all over the country based on their conducive links to the diversity of French geographical, soil, and climate contexts, which differ between different parts of the country, making it one of the largest users of animal disinfectants.
Major vendors in the global animal disinfectants market are Neogen Corporation (US), GEA Group (Germany), Zoetis Inc. (US), Lanxees AG (Germany), Kersia Group (France), Virox Animal Health (US), CID Lines (Belgium), Theseo Group (France), Evans Vanodine (UK), Krka (Slovenia), Diversey Inc. (US), Evonik Industries (Germany), Fink-Tec GmbH (Germany), Laboratoire M2 (Canada), and DeLaval Inc. (Sweden).

Monday, July 29, 2019

Demand for High Nutritional Content Foods Drives the Biofortification Market

The report "Biofortification Market by Crop (Sweet Potato, Cassava, Rice, Corn, Wheat, Beans, and Pearl Millet), Target Nutrient (Zinc, Iron, and Vitamins), and Region (Latin America, Africa, and Asia Pacific) - Global Forecast to 2023 ", is estimated at USD 78 million in 2018, and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2018 to reach USD 118 million by 2023. Biofortified crops are usually sweet potato, cassava, rice, corn, wheat, beans, pearl millet, and other crops such as tomato, banana, sorghum, and barley. The growth of the biofortification market is driven by the rising demand for high nutritional content in food.


Report Objectives:
  • To define, segment, and project the global market size for biofortification
  • To understand the structure of the biofortification market by identifying its various subsegments
  • To provide detailed information about the key factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the micromarkets with respect to individual growth trends, future prospects, and their contribution to the total market
  • To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value, with respect to the regions (along with their respective key countries)
  • To profile key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
  • To understand the competitive landscape and identify major growth strategies adopted by players across key regions
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions & investments, new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and agreements

By target nutrient, the vitamins segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the biofortification market during the forecast period.

On the basis of target nutrient, the biofortification market is segmented into iron, zinc, vitamins, and others. The vitamins segment is the fastest-growing target nutrient in the biofortification market from 2018 to 2023. The demand for biofortified crops is increasing due to the increasing demand for high nutrient content in food. The rising demand for vitamins as feed additives or in premixes from the animal nutrition industry and the increasing demand for high-quality meat products have also been essential factors responsible for the increase in the demand for vitamins across the world.
The increasing demand for biofortification of crops in the Asia Pacific regions is driving the growth of the biofortification market.

The biofortification market, on the basis of region, is segmented into Latin America, Asia Pacific, and Africa. 

The Asia Pacific is projected to dominate the biofortification market throughout the forecast period. This is because biofortification of food crops has strong growth potential in agriculture and also improves the nutrition content in food. The biofortification market has grown considerably over the last five years, and this trend is expected to continue in the near future. The growing consumer demand for high nutritional content in food is projected to fuel the demand for biofortified crops, globally.


Key Market Players:

Key players identified in this market include Syngenta (Switzerland), Bayer (Germany), BASF (US), and DowDuPont (US). They are focusing on increasing their presence through acquisitions and expansions and developing products specific to consumer preferences. These companies have a strong presence in the Asia Pacific and Africa. They have also set up research laboratories in various regions and have strong distribution networks.

Recent Developments:
  • In November 2018, Intertek developed its local capabilities and services at its laboratory in Beira, Mozambique. This would help the company to expand its business in Mozambique as well as in the East African region.
  • In September 2018, Bayer acquired Monsanto (US), for USD 128 per share. This would help combine the companies’ leading innovation capabilities and R&D technology platforms in the agricultural industry.
  • In October 2016, DuPont Pioneer and Africa Harvest Biotech Foundation International, a research firm from Johannesburg, South Africa, entered into a collaboration to conduct research on the increasing vitamin E and beta-carotene production in sorghum to improve the availability and longevity of beta-carotene.
  • In November 2015, Bayer opened three R&D institutes in PaulĂ­nia, Brazil; this center would host a resistance-monitoring laboratory and a center for agriculture in tropical regions.