AgroPlantae acquires Kemin crop technologies portfolio

AgroPlantae has acquired the crop technologies product portfolio of Kemin Industries, expanding its offering in biological crop protection and plant nutrition. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The deal includes a range of botanical-based biopesticides and soil and plant health products used in specialty crops and greenhouse production, including brands such as TetraCURB MAX and PathoCURB. Related commercial operations will also transfer to AgroPlantae.

Sales managers from Kemin’s crop technologies unit will join AgroPlantae as part of the transaction and remain in their current territories. The companies have assured product formulations, manufacturing processes and regulatory approvals will remain unchanged, with both sides working to maintain supply and customer support during the transition.

The acquisition broadens AgroPlantae’s portfolio of plant-extract-based inputs, adding to its existing range of biostimulants and specialty nutrients. The Fresno, California-based company was founded in 2009.

For Kemin, a privately held ingredient manufacturer with operations in more than 90 countries, the move will allow continuity for customers in its crop technologies segment as the business transitions to AgroPlantae.