Top 10 Crop Protection Companies in APAC - 2023

Technology has redefined farming over the years and technological advances have affected the agriculture industry in more ways than one. Artificial Intelligence (AI), in this regard, is steadily emerging as part of the agriculture industry’s technological evolution. AI is proving useful in monitoring soil health and fighting pests, besides assisting with the overall workload in the fields.

But the biggest task for AI-driven agriculture is to increase the global food production by 50 percent by 2050 to feed an additional two billion people. New and improved AI-powered solutions that are coming to the market not only enable farmers to improve crop protection efficiencies, but also improve quantity and quality, and ensure faster go-to[1]market for crops.

Driven by such efficiencies, the agtech space is estimated to reach $92.02 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.4 percent.

To put the spotlight on such key developments in the industry, Agri Business Review APAC illustrates how the crop protection space is leveraging employees toward continuous improvement. This edition also features thought leadership articles from subject matter experts. One of the exclusive insights is authored by Chris Stevens, director, Global Agribusiness at Kellogg Company. They shed light on a strong operational excellence program that increases the amount of carbon in the soil and improves soil health to produce healthier and more resilient crops. In this edition of Agri Business Review APAC, we also bring to you the story of the top crop protection solution providers leveraging to curtain crop damage and improve yield. In the list, Anasac stands out for its tailored, comprehensive, and sustainable crop protection solutions. It offers value-based agricultural products and services, covering various aspects like crop protection, agricultural mechanization, and garden and home health, along with pet hygiene and disinfection.

Through the following pages, we aim to shine a light on the innovative trends and latest developments in the crop protection industry. We would like to know your thoughts.

Crop Protection - 2023

Top Crop Protection Companies in APAC

ANASAC

ANASAC is a chilean company with over 75 years of experience in the production and marketing of high valued solutions for the agricultural sector through crop protection, seed, agricultural mechanization and veterinary industries. The company also covers urban and industrial markets such as lawn & garden, pets, environmental health, hygiene & disinfection and medicaments.

Albaugh

Albaugh is a global leader in the production and sale of post-patent crop protection products and is uniquely positioned to service farmers, distributors and partners in all our markets with a broad portfolio of high quality, competitively priced products.

Bayer

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. Bayer's products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life.

BrightMart CropScience

BrightMart CropScience was established in 1995. With rapid development for more than two decades, Brightmart became a leading agrochemical company. Through persistent R&D investment, modern production technology, and strict quality control, Brightmart continued to provide growers with efficient, low-toxic, and environmentally friendly agrochemical products.

Corteva Agriscience

Corteva Agriscience combines industry leading innovations, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world's most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services.

Crop Smart

Crop Smart is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality agricultural chemicals and adjuvants. From a one-person operation in 2006, the company has grown to now include a formulation plant and a network of more than ten stores across Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales. Crop Smart stocks a wide range of high-quality farm-related products, including crop protection, fertiliser, seed, plus additional services in finance

Nufarm

Nufarm is a global crop protection and seed technology company that has been helping growers fight disease, weeds and pests for more than 100 years. Working side by side with advisors and distributors, Nufarm help farmers grow a better tomorrow.

Sumitomo Chemical Australia

Sumitomo Chemical has its origins in the Sumitomo Fertilizer Manufactory, which was founded to resolve the air pollution problem caused by Sumitomo’s copper smelting operation at the Besshi Copper Mine. Founded to overcome environmental problem and improve agricultural production at the same time, Sumitomo Chemical has inherited the Sumitomo Spirit, proving itself worthy of society’s trust.

Syngenta

Syngenta is a global, science-based agtech company made up of Crop Protection and Seeds business units with more than 30,000 employees in 90 countries. Syngenta help millions of farmers around the world to grow safe and nutritious food, while taking care of the planet.

Zhengbang Crop Protection

Established in 1996, Zhengbang Crop Protection is a leading comprehensive manufacturing enterprise integrating scientific research and innovation, pesticide technical and formulation production, and sales. Zhengbang Crop Protection with roots in the fields, serves crop protection industry, and aims to become a leader in agrochemical solutions and create more wealth for farmers globall