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CroP ProteCtioN

Biotalys Achieves First Milestone
in Bioinsecticide Partnership with Syngenta

Biotalys, an Agricultural Technology that combine the efficacy of conventional increasingly seeking new solutions that
(AgTech) company developing pro- products with the sustainability benefits remain effective over time while reduc-
tein-based biocontrol solutions for sus- of biologicals. Working with industry ing environmental impact. Biotalys’ pro-
tainable crop protection, announced it leaders like Syngenta enables us to ac- tein-based biocontrols offer a new class
has achieved a first research milestone celerate the path from research to the of crop protection active ingredients that
field. This first milestone is an important
in its partnership with Syngenta, a global step in validating the potential of our support growers in managing resistant
leader in agricultural innovation, to de- technology platform in insect control, insect populations while offering a tar-
velop a novel bioinsecticide against and we look forward to continuing our geted, safe and sustainable approach to
key insect pests. Initial laboratory tests work with our partner to deliver novel, crop protection.
demonstrated promising in vitro results differentiated modes of action that can The teams from both companies will
with novel bioactive ingredients de- be seamlessly integrated into growers’ proceed to the next research phase, test-
veloped using Biotalys’ unique AGRO- integrated pest management programs ing active ingredients on living organ-
BODY™ technology against the insect to expand the range of effective tools isms (in vivo). Syngenta will pay Biotalys
molecular target. available to them.” a first milestone, reflecting continued
Carlo Boutton, interim CEO of Biotalys, As insect resistance continues to rise progress in the collaboration while not
said: “Biotalys is dedicated to developing alongside tightening regulatory and materially impacting Biotalys’ current
regenerative crop protection solutions environmental constraints, growers are cash runway. Circle 9 on enquiry card

Nordson acquires CapstanAG, expanding Precision

Agriculture division in North America

Nordson Precision Agriculture, which strategy and its role as a key player in the
includes the innovative ARAG product development of increasingly intelligent,
line, announces the acquisition of Cap- sustainable and precisionoriented tech-
stanAG, a leading U.S. agriculture tech- nologies.
nology company based in Topeka, Kan- Nordson Precision Agriculture, a divi-
sas.
sion of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq:
Built on a long history of innovation, NDSN), develops and manufactures com-
CapstanAG is known for its Pulse Width ponents and systems for spraying, weed
Modulation (PWM) technology that pio- control and crop protection for the preci-
neered and revolutionized the efficiency nents and manufacturing capabilities will sion agriculture industry. Built upon the
of liquid distribution through nozzle- allow us to better serve our customers.” acquisition of ARAG in 2023, research,
by-nozzle control for the agriculture CapstanAG brings highly specialized technological innovation, sustainabil-
spraying industry. The company’s ad- expertise and direct proximity to leading ity and people are the values that make
vanced solutions significantly improve manufacturers and operators in the North Nordson Precision Agriculture one of the
application effectiveness and reduce American agricultural industry. Its entre- leading global players. ARAG solutions
waste in row crops, orchards, seeding preneurial culture and strong customer are now a fundamental part of farm-man-
operations and aerial sprayers. focus are fully aligned with the growth agement strategies that leverage data to
“The acquisition of CapstanAG rep- objectives pursued by Nordson’s Ascend improve productivity, sustainability, and
resource-use efficiency.
resents a strategic step in our growth strategy.
journey,” said Daniel Neves, vice presi- “The integration of CapstanAG with our CapstanAG develops advanced sys-
dent of Nordson Precision Agriculture. existing ARAG technology will enable us tems for liquid application in agricul-
“CapstanAG strengthens our portfolio to serve customers with an even more ture, specializing in pressure and flow
of fluid-management solutions and in- comprehensive and technologically ad- distribution control technologies for
creases our presence in the North Ameri- vanced offering,” added Daniel Neves. sprayers, seeders and fertilizer appli-
can market, further expanding our ability “Together, we will continue to pursue our cators. The company is recognized as a
to support customers with cutting-edge strategic goals: serving our customers, global benchmark in precision agricul-
technologies.” strengthening leadership in key markets ture thanks to its Pulse Width Modulation
and delivering products and services of (PWM) technology, which has become an
“The combination of CapstanAG and industry standard. CapstanAG is head-
ARAG will be beneficial to our custom- the highest quality. This is a strategic in- quartered in Topeka, Kansas, and serves
tegration that aligns vision, capabilities
ers and employees by having access to the North American market through a
global infrastructure,” said Jeff Grimm, and customer-centric cultures.” team of specialized professionals com-
director of operations at CapstanAG. “In With this acquisition, Precision Agricul- mitted to continuous innovation and cus-
addition, access to world-class compo- ture confirms its international expansion tomer support. Circle 10 on enquiry card
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