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Science-Based Solutions

At Dow AgroSciences, we are actively researching and developing agricultural solutions in a responsible, science-based manner. Through an extensive network of internal and external experts, the company is working around the globe to develop and deliver the best possible products for local growers.
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Dow AgroSciences (DAS) is committed to its growth strategy, and on March 4, the Company announced plans for a multi-year expansion of its global headquarters in Indianapolis. The Company will invest more than $US 340 million and add more than 550 scientific and commercial jobs at this location over the next five years. Company executives were joined by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels and Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard at the news conference to announce the expansion plans.

New Zealand's most robust grassweed herbicide has had a radical make over! GallantTM Ultra replaces Gallant NF which has a long history of providing excellent control of annual and perennial grassweeds across a variety of crops. Read more ....

Dow AgroSciences was recognized for industry-leading technology and innovation with three international Agrow Awards in the following categories - Best Novel Agricultural Biotechnology, Best Formulations Innovation and Best New Crop Protection Product. The prestigious Agrow Awards honour corporate and individual excellence in the crop protection and production industry. Winners of the 2009 Agrow Awards were selected by a panel of 12 professionals from the crop protection and agricultural biotech industry, and were announced on 11 November during an awards ceremony in London, United Kingdom.

Seven secrets to getting rid of BRUSHWEEDS. Time of application, method of application, weather conditions, choice of herbicide, herbicide coverage & penetration, post application management and follow up. Download the Brushweed Control Manual (6.7MB PDF)

The secrets to high yielding Forage Brassica. Download the Forage Brassica Guide (440KB PDF) 

TordonTM Brushkiller XT Herbicide has a faster brownout and it is more robust, which means better results in tougher conditions. It is more reliable which means a great result every time. Visit the Tordon Brushkiller XT product page for more information here

ProdigyTM Insecticide. The latest advance in codling moth and leafroller control. Read the press release here (276KB PDF)

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