Syngenta opens insect resistance management facility in Bangladesh

Syngenta Bangladesh has launched Synnovator, the country’s first private-sector facility dedicated to Insect Resistance Management (IRM), designed to protect crops against evolving pest threats and bolster long-term food security.

The initiative, unveiled on 20 August, is positioned as a milestone in agricultural research and innovation. As climate change accelerates pest adaptation, conventional crop protection methods are losing effectiveness. Synnovator will focus on resistance monitoring, insect biology research, and host–pest interaction profiling to develop evidence-based strategies for farmers.

“Innovation fuels Syngenta’s mission. With Synnovator, we’re spearheading new thinking in Insect Resistance Management. This facility underscores our unwavering commitment to protecting crops from climate-fueled threats, empowering farmers, and cultivating a resilient agricultural future for Bangladesh,” said Hedayet Ullah, Managing Director of Syngenta Bangladesh.

According to the company, Synnovator aligns with its global sustainability priority of “Higher Yields, Lower Impacts,” emphasizing resilient food systems and environmentally sustainable agricultural growth. The facility is expected to support responsible farming practices, enhance crop resilience, and contribute to Bangladesh’s food security amid mounting environmental challenges.