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A New Narrative for Sustainable Agriculture Must Be Built and Strengthened
This is one of the key recommendations from the 2025 CropLife Latin America Convention, held a few weeks ago in Santiago, Chile. Dialogue, the exchange of experiences, and the analysis of various topics all converged on a common point: sustainability.
Latin America’s Agricultural Agenda Demands More Innovation and a Firm Stance Against the Illegal Trade of Agricultural Inputs
Says Sergi Vizoso-Sansano, New Chairman of the Board of Directors of CropLife Latin America, at the organization’s Annual Convention held in Santiago, Chile.
Annual Report 2024
Revolutionizing Pest Control: RNA-Based Pesticides
RNA-based pesticides use double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) to block essential pest functions without affecting other organisms. When applied to plants, they prevent pests from producing critical proteins, stopping them in a targeted manner.
What You Need to Know About PESTICIDE APPLICATIONS
Drift, calibration, nozzles, formulations, mixtures, and labels are the topics covered in this special series of seven articles, providing key information for the safe and responsible application of pesticides or crop protection products.
What you need to know about equipment calibration
The calibration of sprayer equipment is a necessary procedure to ensure efficient applications and guarantee proper functioning, spray uniformity, and coverage quality. It includes adjustments, cleaning, repairs, and verification of parameters against the manufacturer's specifications.
What you need to know about product formulations for crop protection, phytosanitary products, or pesticides
The components or active ingredients of agrochemicals are highly concentrated in their pure form, which can increase their toxicity and pose risks during handling.
What you need to know about the application of phytosanitary products and drift
Drift is the movement of pesticides away from the target, caused by wind or weather conditions. It can be external or internal and is influenced by product properties, climate, and application technology, representing a significant environmental and operational challenge. Learn how to prevent it.
