In India, the increase in corn acreage at the expense of soybeans could lead to a rise in demand for nitrogen fertilizers, particularly urea. Cultivated on over 120 million hectares in 2024-2025, corn requires up to five times more nitrogen than soybeans. In a context of tensions in the fertilizer markets, this shift in crop rotations could impact supply balance.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "As maize competes with soybean for acreage, India’s urea dem..." - 16 March 2026
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Researchers from the Brazilian University of Vale do Taquari have identified Hesperozygis ringens oil as a promising natural herbicide against invasive species. This discovery could reduce the use of synthetic chemicals in agriculture while preserving native plants. The project highlights the importance of biodiversity conservation and bioeconomy by developing cultivation protocols for sustainable and marketable production.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Univates researchers identify plant with herbicidal potentia..." - 13 March 2026
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The French group De Sangosse has launched Rifle in Brazil, a bioinput that combines bacteria and fungi to combat both nematodes and soil diseases. This combined approach aims to enhance root health and strengthen the effectiveness of biological crop protection strategies.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "De Sangosse launches Rifle: Bivalent biological targeting so..." - 12 March 2026
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After several years of high volatility, the pesticide market shows signs of stabilization. According to an analysis by Farmers Business Network (FBN) covering 1,372 prices, farmers' chemical budgets could increase by 4% to 6% in 2026 due to tariffs, transportation costs, and energy prices. Molecules such as 2,4-D, S-metolachlor, and dicamba are expected to be among the most affected.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "FBN releases its 2026 Ag Chem Price Transparency Report" - 10 March 2026
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German company BASF is adjusting the strategy of its Agricultural Solutions division, facing market volatility and price pressures, particularly in South America. The group is banking on innovation and internal transformation to support its organic growth while adapting to an increasingly competitive and regulated agricultural environment.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "SPECIAL ANALYSIS – BASF's strategic logic in the agricultura..." - 9 March 2026
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American startup MyLand partners with Growers Edge to offer a program guaranteeing farmers a return on investment of at least $250 per acre. This initiative, based on field trials, applies particularly to apple, pistachio, and almond crops. Producers can enroll for the 2026 season, aiming to reduce the financial risk associated with adopting soil health solutions.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "MyLand launches warranty program guaranteeing grower ROI fro..." - 9 March 2026
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The German group Bayer AG recorded a 1.1% increase in sales in 2025, reaching €45.575 billion, despite a context marked by regulatory pressures and price fluctuations. The Crop Science division supported this performance through the growth of corn seeds. Bayer also unveiled a new five-year strategic plan and aims to launch 10 flagship products within the next decade while continuing to resolve glyphosate-related litigation in the United States.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Analytical review of Bayer CropScience’s annual report 2025:..." - 6 March 2026
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The American startup Ascribe Bio has raised $12 million in a Series A round co-led by Corteva and Acre Venture Partners. This funding will support the launch of Phytalix®, a biofungicide aimed at enhancing crop disease control, as well as expanding production capabilities and regulatory efforts in the United States and Brazil.
MADISON HONG, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Ascribe Bio Secures $12 Million Series A Funding to Advance ..." - 6 March 2026
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The Swiss Senate has voted in favor of a simplified authorization procedure for pesticides already approved in Europe, emphasizing the urgency for rapid approval. This initiative, backed by the Centre party, aims to facilitate access to new products while maintaining controls in sensitive areas. Left-wing parties criticize this move, arguing that an adequate procedure has been in place since 2025, raising concerns about public health and nature conservation.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Swiss parliament backs faster approval of pesticides" - 6 March 2026
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The coffee borer (Leucoptera coffeella), a major pest in Brazilian plantations, is showing increasing signs of resistance to neurotoxic insecticides. According to a study, between 34.3% and 62.9% of populations are at risk of control failure depending on the molecules used, with particularly high resistance levels noted for abamectin and chlorpyrifos. These findings highlight the need to enhance monitoring and integrate alternative strategies in coffee pest management.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Control failure risk, resistance and enzymatic activity of n..." - 6 March 2026
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