FMC’s portfolio of distinctive pheromone products for row crops leads a new technology in crop safety and pest management
FMC Corporation, a main agricultural sciences enterprise, introduced it has acquired registration in Brazil for Sofero Fall pheromone focused on fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda).
Sofero Fall is the first in the enterprise’s lineup of exclusive pheromone products for row crops giving growers a novel approach to sustainably control pests, manage resistance and raise productivity.
“The registration of Sofero Fall in Brazil marks a significant milestone in our efforts to bring high-overall performance, sustainable crop safety solutions to growers,” stated Ronaldo Pereira, FMC President.
“We are excited to offer growers with a powerful new tool within the battle against fall armyworm. Fall armyworm has developed resistance to many traditional insecticides, and growers are in search of options solutions to complement their present practices. Sofero Fall offers an efficient and sustainable way to overcome mounting resistance challenge and improve the overall performance of their pest management programs.”
Sofero Fall features an development mode of action primarily based on mating disruption. This breakthrough technology harnesses the powerful alerts of pheromones to naturally disrupt the mating cycles of fall armyworm, preventing it from reproducing.
By breaking the pest cycle before the next generation can emerge, Sofero Fall protects crops in the early stages of development, reducing damage and helping wholesome growth. The unique, sprayable formula leverages FMC’s proprietary microencapsulation technology to enhance stability and make bigger its effectiveness, optimizing performance and providing growers with longer-lasting protection.
Sofero Fall is the first product to release beneath FMC’s global Sofero pheromone solutions brand. The Sofero portfolio of products will target destructive pests in key crops including rice, corn, cotton and soybeans. Sofero pheromone solutions are designed to be used as part of an incorporated software, mixed with synthetics, biologicals and precision technologies to enhance operational performance.
“With our huge portfolio and global attain, FMC is uniquely located to bring those game-changing solutions to growers around the world, developing a more sustainable future for agriculture whilst fixing real issues in the filed.”
Registration for Sofero Frugi pheromone, which additionally targets fall armyworm, is pending in Mexico and predicted in 2027.
