An application for an emergency authorisation (EA) of the potato blight fungicide mancozeb has been withdrawn, as the conditions would have been too restrictive. Following the decision to withdraw mancozeb from use in the UK at the...
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UPL invests in sustainability R&D
Crop protection company UPL has opened its new Global Natural Plant Production (NPP) Research Center in Mexico. The facility, located in Ramos Arizpe, will research and develop innovations for a more sustainable agriculture. The...
Drones on show in Northumberland
A recent open day at the Northumberland headquarters of Drone Ag, the agri-tech business specialising in drone applications for agriculture, saw the introduction of the “drone in a box” concept to the industry. Drone Ag was founded...
UPL grows its presence in the UK
Global crop protection business UPL used a reception for Parliamentarians at the House of Commons last week to underline its commitment to the UK market. The company recently moved its global headquarters to...
UPL groups biologicals into new business
Global crop protection business UPL has created a new business unit for its portfolio of natural and biologically derived agricultural inputs and technologies. Natural Plant Protection (NPP) will be a stand-alone brand that consolidates UPL’s existing biosolutions -...
New techical staff for UPL
Agchem manufacturer UPL has appointed two new technical staff to its UK and Ireland team. The increase in numbers is part of its continued growth strategy following the launch of OpenAg. Geoff Hailstone and Gregory Hanna will provide broader geographical support to...
