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 Field trials of this technology have been undertaken over past three years in Chhattisgarh.

At a program attended by over 1000 farmers from across the region at Bemetara, Savannah Seeds launched its groundbreaking FullPage® Rice Cropping Solution to the Indian market in collaboration with ADAMA India, a leading global crop protection company on Saturday. Specifically designed for direct-seeded rice (DSR), FullPage brings together SmartRice® genetics, SQUAD™ seed treatment, the FullPage unique IMI herbicide tolerance trait, and ADAMA’s Vezir® herbicide. As a comprehensive rice cropping system, FullPage is poised to reshape rice cultivation in India.

A new technological solution launched promises to be a panacea for age-old problem of rice growers in Chhattisgarh grappling with wild rice. The FullPage® Rice Cropping Solution will save farmers up to Rs 6000 per acre and enhance their yields by 25-40 per cent. It will also reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25-30 per cent. This is a boon for farmers of over 60 lakh hectares in the state who use Direct Seeding of Rice or DSR method of planting paddy.

Ajai Rana, Chairman of FSII and Managing Director and CEO of Savannah Seeds said, “The FullPage® cropping solution will bring about a revolution in rice cultivation by addressing the critical issue of weed management. It not only enhances farmers’ incomes but also conserves water, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, thus safeguarding our environment for future generations.”

Despite being among the top rice producing states, rice farmers in Chhattisgarh face a significant challenge from wild rice, which grows alongside regular rice and is almost indistinguishable until the kernels begin to bud. This wild variety can reduce yields by 25 to 30 percent. Herbicides are not a viable solution because they also harm regular rice, making manual weeding the only effective method. Manual weeding is labour-intensive and costly, ranging from Rs 6000 to Rs 10000 per acre.

“FullPage® Rice Cropping Solution offers an innovative solution to this problem eliminating the need for manual weeding and saving farmers ’money while increasing yields. This technology has been successfully demonstrated in Chhattisgarh over the past three years and is now commercially launched in the state,” informed Rana.

This cutting-edge solution offers a comprehensive four-pronged advantage. Engineered specifically for DSR, FullPage® integrates smart genetics to optimize crop performance. With its SQUAD seed treatment, FullPage® guarantees uniform germination, promoting robust initial growth and plant vigor. Unlike conventional methods, FullPage® technology eliminates the risk of phytotoxicity to the crop, ensuring uninterrupted growth and maximum yield potential.

Traditional DSR practices often struggle with weed management and inconsistent germination, leading to lower yields. To address this challenge in rice farming, the FullPage® Rice Cropping solution integrates ADAMA’s Vezir® herbicide that controls weeds like weedy/red/feral rice and barnyard grass in Imazethapyr-tolerant hybrid rice. It gives growers reliable, broad-spectrum grass and broadleaf weed control.

“We’re thrilled to partner with RiceTec in introducing the FullPage® Rice Cropping Solution to India. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing innovative solutions for rice farmers, tailored to their needs,” said Sahin Ozkan, CEO of ADAMA India.

 He further explained, “FullPage® not only tackles weed management challenges but also promotes sustainability, aligning with the most advanced agricultural practices in the world. With its advanced technology and benefits like reduced groundwater usage and increased yields, FullPage® offers a new approach to rice cultivation. We’re dedicated to supporting the adoption of FullPage® among Indian farmers.”

FullPage® is a total-package rice cropping system that is fully supported by a team of technical service representatives to make a positive impact on today’s farmers. The Savannah team has conducted nearly 500 demonstrations, reaching more than 17,000 farmers through field visits and demonstrations. Farmers quickly recognized the benefits of the FullPage system, favoring direct seeding over transplanting.

 Field trials of this technology have been

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Introducing Cosayr and Lapidos, insecticides formulated through ADAMA’s fully backward integrated production

ADAMA Ltd. a leading global crop protection company announced the launch of Cosayr and Lapidos in India, its first insecticides containing the active ingredient Chlorantraniliprole (CTPR), benefiting from its new in-house production.

ADAMA India has launched Lapidos and Cosayr insecticides for paddy and sugar cane growers, offering effective defence against various pests and ensuring improved yields and crop quality. Lapidos is a GR formulation designed for broad application providing crop protection at the early growth stage. Cosayr is a foliar solution that combats stem borer and leaf folders that attack rice paddy crops, responsible for significant yearly crop losses.

“ADAMA has recognised CTPR as an important active ingredient for its future insecticide portfolio, part of our ‘Core Leap’ strategy,” said Walter Costa, VP of Marketing and Product Strategy at ADAMA. “The significance of this active ingredient for ADAMA is also evident in the strong cost position having fully backward integrated manufacturing capabilities. We are happy to add these important products to our offering in India and look forward to developing and providing more products based on CTPR.” 

“We take great pride in introducing Cosayr and Lapidos to Indian farmers, a testament to our commitment to delivering solutions and enhancing agricultural productivity,” said Sahin Ozkan, ADAMA India General Manager. “CTPR is becoming a significant ingredient in our portfolio in India to meet farmers’ needs, delivering on our promise to provide a comprehensive range of crop protection solutions.”

Introducing Cosayr and Lapidos, insecticides formulated through ADAMA's

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Ozkan has had a 30-year career in agri-business leadership roles

ADAMA, a leading crop protection company, has announced the appointment of Sahin Ozkan as the new General Manager of ADAMA India.

Yossi Goldshmidt, VP India, Africa & Middle East said, “We are pleased to have someone as experienced as Ozkan, with a thorough understanding of ADAMA’s values as well as significant experience in our industry, coming to lead the team. His appointment is testimony to ADAMA’s commitment to growing people from within the company and providing global career advancement opportunities.”

“I am honoured and excited to take on the role of leading ADAMA India,” Ozkan said. “I look forward to working closely with the highly professional India team, who are committed to listening to the farmer, and delivering products and services that provide solutions to their needs.”

Ozkan joined ADAMA in 2017 as Head of Sales in Turkey and was promoted to be General Manager of Turkey in 2018. Under his leadership, ADAMA Turkey doubled its sales and significantly improved its profitability, in a challenging and volatile market. Further, Ozkan has had a 30-year career in agri-business leadership roles.

Ozkan has had a 30-year career in