Farmers Opt for Lower-Grade Fertilizers in Brazil
In compliance with court decisions, Anvisa approves toxicological evaluation of pesticides technical picoxystrobin (Yonon); technical triclopyr-butyl (Gharda); trifloxystrobin + prothioconazole (Albaugh). (DOU, Res. n° 4329 – 4330, from 10/30/2025, and 4388 from 11/04/2025, Anvisa)
According to Flavio Hirata, partner at the consulting firm AllierBrasil, 647 agrochemical registrations have been approved in Brazil so far in 2025. “Everything indicates that this year we will have a record number of registrations in Brazil. Last year, 663 products were approved”, said Hirata. (AllierBrasil)
State of Rio Grande do Sul held a public hearing to discuss a plan aimed at reducing external dependence, which currently exceeds 90% of total usage in the State. Jackson Brilhante, coordinator of the ABC+RS Plan, emphasized that fertilizers account for up to 40% of production costs and highlighted innovative experiences observed in China, such as the use of captured carbon dioxide and sulfur in fertilizer manufacturing. (Safras & Mercado)
Hinove Fertilizantes plans to grow from US$ 220 million in 2025 to US$ 930 million by 2030, doubling its production capacity to 2.2 million tonnes/year. The plan includes US$ 310 million in investments across four green ammonia plants and a zero-carbon sulfuric acid facility. The company is focusing on exploring new financing options amid high interest rates. (Hinove Fertilizantes)
FMC announced the departure of its current President, Ronaldo Pereira after December 15th, 2025. (FMC)
CropLife concluded its series “Dialogues on Agrochemical Safety”. Bayer’s toxicologist, Daniele Lautenschalaeger, discussed risk evaluation processes, dietary and non-dietary risk studies, and the technical cooperation agreement between PROHUMA, an organization that supports pesticide risk assessment, and Anvisa. (CropLife Brasil)
New spittlebug species, Mahanarva diakantha, was discovered by Brazilian researchers. It was being confused with related species, but has a different life cycle and is potentially more resistant to insecticides, which could harm sugarcane production. (Fapesp)
Agricultural Research Company of the State of Minas Gerais, in partnership with the Federal University of Viçosa and Embrapa’s Coffee Unit, has developed a new coffee cultivar called MGS Epamig Amarelão. This cultivar stands out for its resistance to coffee leaf rust and root-knot nematodes, as well as its high tolerance to drought. (Epamig; Embrapa Café)
Agricultural Research and Rural Extension Company of the State of Santa Catarina is researching soil bacteria that can stimulate the natural growth of plants and reduce the use of agrochemicals. Coordinated by João Frederico Mangrich dos Passos, the study enhances these “beneficial bacteria” with homeopathic treatments to strengthen forage crops such as oats and ryegrass, making them more resistant and nutritious. (Epagri)
Brazil accounts for 28% of Rainbow’s global revenue, which reached US$ 1.86 billion in 2024. The company holds more than 350 patents, 8,400 product registrations and operates in over 100 countries. (Rainbow Agro)
Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources authorized the environmental analyst Marilia de Paula Porto to participate in the Regional Training Workshop on Environmental Risk Assessment for the Registration of Agrochemicals. The event will take place in Mexico City from November 23rd to 30th, 2025. (Official Gazette of Brazil; Dispatch No. 202/2025, from 11/04/2025; Ibama)
In 2025, fertilizer deliveries are expected to reach a record 48.2 million tonnes. This represents a 1% increase when compared to 2024, although with a lower nutrient concentration due to the purchase of cheaper products, especially from China. Chinese exports of simple and mixed fertilizers to Brazil have nearly doubled in one year. Despite the reduction in phosphorus content, analysts say that yields should not be affected. (Agrinvest Commodities)
Psyllid is the main threat to Brazilian citrus farming because it is the vector of greening. Due to pest pressure, the control market increased by 53% and farmers intensified management by 28% in the number of national treatments. This means that psyllid control accounts for 30% of pesticide costs, raising the average investment to US$ 267.88/ha, a 45% increase over two seasons. (Kynetec)
Bacterial spores are resistance structures that ensure the durability and effectiveness of bioinputs, as explained by Ana Laura Soares, Laboratory Analyst at Solubio. By resisting extreme conditions and remaining dormant during storage, they guarantee the viability of microorganisms, germinating and acting only in the soil or on the plant under favorable conditions, which provides maximum biological efficiency and productivity in the field. (SoluBio)
Court of Justice of the State of Rio Grande do Sul annulled the conviction of an agrochemical manufacturer accused of abusive advertising by the Public Prosecutor’s Office. The decision was based on a neuroscientific study that proved the clarity and legibility of the warnings in the advertisements, overturning the first-instance sentence. (Rio Grande do Sul Court of Justice)
Union of Federal Public Service Workers in the State of Goiás filed a lawsuit against the National Health Foundation – Funasa seeking compensation for moral and material damages for Public Health Agents and Endemics Guards. The union alleges that Funasa exposed these civil servants to toxic pesticides without providing adequate Personal Protective Equipment. (Sintsep-GO)
Rogério Pereira da Silva was designated by the Executive Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture to serve as head of the Formulated Products Registration Division of the Secretariat of Agricultural Defense. (Official Gazette of Brazil; Personnel Administrative Order SE/MAPA No. 1429, of 10/31/2025; Ministry of Agriculture)
Superbac enters the biocontrol market with the launch of four products focused on soil and plant health, including bionematicides, bioinsecticides, biofungicides, and dual-action products. The company relies on technological intelligence and integrated management to complement chemical control and boost crop yields. (Superbac)
Ministry of Agriculture announced the cancellation of 16 pesticide registrations. (Official Gazette of Brazil, Act No. 51 from 10/23/2025, Ministry of Agriculture)
Latin America
BASF reported EBITDA of US$ 1.6 billion in 3Q25, affected by market caution and unfavorable exchange rates. In response, the company will begin its US$ 1.7 billion share buyback program ahead of schedule. In the region comprising South America, Africa, and the Middle East, sales increased significantly, driven by higher volumes and prices. Negative currency effects, particularly from the Brazilian real (BRL), had a moderately offsetting impact. (BASF)
Panama hosted the 4th International Citrus Forum, bringing together farmers from the Americas to discuss regional alliances and strategies against greening, climate change and to increase yields. Minister Roberto Linares reinforced cooperation for pest control, highlighting the economic importance of citrus farming, which generated an estimated impact of US$ 5.3 million in Panama during the 2024/25 season. (Ministry of Agricultural Development)
Municipality of Nueve de Julio, in Argentina, is demanding compliance with Ordinance No. 7219, which regulates the responsible use of agrochemicals and establishes buffer zones to protect health and the environment. Farmers must consult updated maps on the official website before any application, obtain a qualified agronomic prescription, notify the movement of machinery in urban areas and correctly dispose of pesticide packages. (Municipality of Nueve de Julio)
Syngenta increased its operating profit by 25% in 2025, reaching US$ 3.4 billion, despite a 2% drop in sales. Growth was driven by the crop protection and seeds segments, with strong performance in Brazil and Latin America. (Syngenta Group)
FMC had a net loss of US$ 569 million in the 3Q25, with global revenue decreasing by 49%. Performance was particularly weak in Latin America, where sales dropped 8% due to intense competition regarding generic products and credit issues in Brazil and Argentina, forcing the company to cut costs and reduce dividends. (FMC Corporation)
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