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This acquisition will enable Crystal to diversify its seeds business and strengthen its presence in the high-value vegetable and flower segments.

Crystal Crop Protection Limited has announced its 12th acquisition, acquiring I&B Seeds, a prominent player in the flower and vegetable seeds market having a leadership position in Marigold seeds with Indus and SPS brands. This acquisition will enable Crystal to diversify its seeds business and strengthen its presence in the high-value vegetable and flower segments, positioning the company as a formidable player in the industry.

By expanding into this segment, Crystal aims to provide farmers with access to high-quality vegetable and flower seeds that can enhance yield and profitability. I&B Seeds is a leader in the flower and vegetable seeds market, known for its strong focus on R&D and high-quality seed products. The company is the market leader in Marigold seeds with Indus and SPS brands and has a strong presence in Tomato, Chilies, Sweetcorn and Cucumber. With over 600+ dealers across India and export operations in countries like the United States, Egypt, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Sri Lanka, I&B Seeds has a robust global presence.

Commenting on the acquisition, Ankur Aggarwal, Managing Director of Crystal Crop Protection Limited, said, “This acquisition marks a pivotal moment in our growth strategy. At Crystal, we are deeply committed to the well-being of our farmers. By expanding into the vegetable and flower seed segments, we are not only diversifying our offerings but also enhancing our ability to provide farmers with high-quality seeds that can significantly increase their incomes. Our focus is on empowering farmers with innovative solutions that improve yields and profitability, ensuring they have access to the best resources for their cultivation needs. I&B Seed’s expertise in the flower and vegetable seeds market, combined with our strong portfolio in field crops, will allow us to better serve the agricultural community and contribute to sustainable farming practices across India.”

Crystal’s current seeds portfolio has farmer’s preferred brands like Proagro, Sadanand, Surpass, and Dairy Green across field crops like cotton, maize, pearl millet, mustard, fodder, wheat, berseem, and sorghum. With the addition of Indus and SPS Brands with the acquisition of I&B Seeds vegetable and flower segments, Crystal will further diversify its product offerings and expand its reach to more farmers. The new business is expected to boost Crystal’s seeds division, contributing to a 30 per cent increase in its topline growth.

Praveen Noojibail, Managing Director of I&B Seeds, stated, “This acquisition is a great opportunity for Crystal Seeds to combine I&B Seed’s legacy in flower and vegetable seeds with Crystal’s extensive resources and distribution network. The size and strength of Crystal will help accelerate the reach of innovative and high-quality seeds to farmers across India and beyond, ensuring better yields and profitability.”

George Ball, Chairman, W. Atlee Burpee Company and Partner in I&B Seeds, also stated that it will be a great opportunity for I&B Seed’s R&D to reach farmers at a larger level and help them produce better crops.

Artha Arbitrage Consulting, a Hyderabad-based financial consulting firm, advised I&B on this transaction.

This acquisition will enable Crystal to diversify

Agbiologicals, Agribusiness, Company News, Herbicides, India, Inputs

Verdino targets weed management in wheat crops and is especially effective against Phalaris minor, a troublesome weed for wheat farmers.

Crystal Crop Protection Limited, an agrochemical company, has announced the launch of Verdino, a new herbicide specially designed for wheat farmers in India. This launch is complemented by the Kanak 600 Boom Sprayer, which is both affordable and manufactured in India, aiming to benefit wheat farmers in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

Verdino targets weed management in wheat crops and is especially effective against Phalaris minor, a troublesome weed for wheat farmers. It should be applied within 0-3 days of sowing to prevent weeds from impacting crop growth. This early application helps achieve longer-lasting control and healthier wheat, ultimately increasing yields.

The Kanak 600 Boom Sprayer is an affordable machine available, featuring a 12-meter boom that allows for efficient spraying in a single pass. This reduces waste and conserves chemicals, emphasizing Crystal’s commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and sustainability.

 Ankur Aggarwal, Managing Director of Crystal Crop Protection Limited said, “Verdino and Kanak 600 Boom Sprayer are a testament to our dedication to providing farmers with effective, safe, and innovative crop protection solutions. Verdino ensures superior weed management, protecting the wheat crop and supporting higher agricultural productivity, while the Kanak 600 Boom Sprayer simplifies the spraying process and improves efficiency. Together, these products embody our commitment to empowering Indian farmers with the best tools and technologies available.”

Both Verdino and the Kanak 600 Boom Sprayer are now available at authorised distributors and retail outlets across India. Crystal Crop Protection Limited is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability for Indian farmers.

Verdino targets weed management in wheat crops

Agribusiness, Agro chems – Pesticides, Company News, India

Proclaim XTRA delivers swift, long-lasting control over all damaging lepidopteran insect stages which provide greener and healthier crops with more yield.

Crystal Crop Protection Limited, a leading agrochemical organization, has launched Proclaim XTRA, its latest insecticide specifically formulated for maize and soybean. Proclaim XTRA is designed to provide effective protection against all kinds of caterpillar especially Spodoptera spp. like Fall Army worm. This ensures prolonged crop safety and help farmers to maximise yield during the crop cycle. This innovative solution promises to enhance crop health and productivity, contributing to the success and sustainability of farmers’ produce.

Proclaim XTRA is a contact, systemic and translaminar insecticide that works to paralyze and kill caterpillars. It is an EC formulation that enables efficient control on a wide range of caterpillar pests on crops. The caterpillar rapidly ceases damage to crops after its application, provides rapid control with long duration. It inhibits the metamorphosis of insect which prevents insect to convert into another damaging stage. Farmers should apply Proclaim XTRA at the stage of 30-60 Days and 60-90 Days after sowing of soybean.

Commenting on the launch, Ankur Aggarwal, Managing Director of Crystal Crop Protection Limited said “Crystal’s mission to work closely with the farming community and improve farm profitability and sustainability in crop protection stands at the core where we conceived Proclaim Xtra. This unique formulation not only controls a wide array of caterpillars but will contribute to ensure a better yield for Soybean and Maize farmers. Proclaim Xtra is an amplification for our efforts to build profitable farms for all. Crystal’s legacy of innovative R&D capability is committed to provide sustainable farming solutions to Indian farmers and Proclaim Xtra establishes our endeavour further,”.

“At Crystal, we’re thrilled to introduce Proclaim Xtra—a game-changer in crop protection designed to boost farm profitability and sustainability. This unique formulation effectively targets caterpillars, ensuring higher yields for Soybean and Maize farmers. Proclaim Xtra embodies our commitment to deliver innovative solutions that empower Indian farmers,” added Sohit Satyawali, Sales & Marketing Head of Crystal Crop Protection Limited.

Explaining the impact of the product, Praveen Gour, Portfolio Head Insecticide Crystal Crop Protection Limited said, “We are excited to introduce Proclaim XTRA, a breakthrough insecticide poised to redefine pest management in agriculture. Designed as an EC formulation, Proclaim XTRA delivers comprehensive control against caterpillar through its unique contact, systemic, and translaminar properties. By hampering insect metamorphosis, this solution not only prevents crop damage but also ensures sustained efficacy over time.

The product uniqueness imparts control over the three life stages of the caterpillar i.e. egg, larva as well as adult making it a holistic product for difficult pests like Spodoptera spp,”.

Proclaim XTRA delivers swift, long-lasting control over

Agro chems – Chemicals, Agro chems – Pesticides, Agrotech, Company News, India

Sikosa was tested in various State Agri Universities with more than 1,000 demonstrations in the last 5 years with paddy farmers.

Crystal Crop Protection Limited, in collaboration with the global leaders Batelle and MASI, developed Sikosa, a next-generation herbicide on the back of cutting-edge R&D powered by Banyan Technology. Sikosa is a revolutionary product designed to protect paddy crops from weeds. It marks a significant milestone in global collaboration and research and development efforts for Indian farmers.

Darren Grafham from Battelle Crop Protection Solutions UK expressed his excitement about the deployment of Banyan technology in India, stating, “We are excited to see the deployment of the Banyan technology co-developed with MASI and taken to market through our partner Crystal Crop Protection in India. This first product is expected to enhance the yields of paddy crops in India for the benefit of farmers across the continent. We look forward to furthering our partnership with Crystal to bring innovations to India.”

Hidetoshi Nakamura of Mitsui Agriscience International – AgriGuard subsidiary (MASI) expressed his pride in the breakthrough formulation technology, saying, “We are proud to have discovered and developed, with Battelle, a breakthrough formulation technology. Our best-in-class formulation technology, combined with Crystal’s expertise and extensive presence across India, will allow Sikosa to become a leading paddy herbicide rapidly.”

Driven by its robust in-house R&D capabilities, strategic acquisitions, and collaborations with international players, Crystal has launched 14 products over the past two years.

Ankur Aggarwal, Managing Director of Crystal Crop Protection Limited said, “In this era of collaboration, Sikosa will be a great example of global collaboration in R&D-based product introduction for Indian farmers. With this introduction, Crystal now has the widest range of products for the complete crop cycle of Paddy”.

Sikosa was tested in various State Agri Universities with more than 1,000 demonstrations in the last 5 years with paddy farmers. The product has been found effective in the control of narrow-leaf weeds, broad-leaf weeds, and sedges.

Sikosa was tested in various State Agri