Alltech CEO Dr. Mark Lyons (2nd from left) helps cut the ribbon on Ideagro Brazil
The investment by Alltech Crop Science (ACS), a global leader in plant nutrition, in partnership with the university, makes possible physical, chemical and biological analyses, as well as development of high-impact biotechnological solutions to address the challenges, of Brazilian agriculture with sustainable and profitable productivity gains. In its first year of operation, Ideagro will invest over USD 1 million in research, development, and product registration in Brazil.
Ideagro has been the global research center for Alltech Crop Science since 2023.
“Ideagro Brazil is the next step in Alltech Crop Science’s commitment to delivering solutions to our clients based on cutting-edge science, focused on soil and plant health,” said Andy Thomas, CEO of Alltech Crop Science. According to Thomas, Brazil is an extremely diverse agricultural powerhouse, with a proven willingness to integrate biological solutions into crop production and soil management. “The ability to conduct research and development locally in the market is a key factor for excellence.”
With an eye on the rapid expansion of the biologicals market in Brazil, Ideagro will develop innovative biotechnological solutions such as biostimulants and beneficial microorganisms.