FMC Corporation and Corteva Agriscience collaborate to provide fluindapyr fungicide technology to more U.S. growers

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FMC Corporation has announced a strategic partnership with Corteva Agriscience to expand the reach of its fluindapyr fungicide technology in U.S. corn and soybean markets. The agreement allows both companies to market fluindapyr-based products, with FMC continuing to offer Adastrio fungicide while developing new products, and Corteva launching its own fluindapyr-based product in early 2026, pending EPA approval. The collaboration targets approximately 175 million planted acres across corn and soybean markets, offering farmers enhanced protection against diseases like tar spot and southern rust. Fluindapyr, a Group 7 fungicide, provides extended residual control and effectively manages pathogen resistance. FMC has already commercialized fluindapyr products in several countries including Argentina, Brazil, and South Korea, with planned launches in Chile, Honduras, India, and Ukraine pending regulatory approval.

Positive

• Strategic partnership expands market reach to 175 million planted acres across U.S. corn and soybean markets
• Fluindapyr technology provides extended residual control and manages pathogen resistance effectively
• Product already successfully commercialized in multiple countries with more launches planned
• Partnership with Corteva enhances distribution and market penetration capabilities

Negative

• Corteva's product launch is dependent on pending EPA registration
• Market expansion won't begin until 2026 growing season

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Agricultural Industry Expert

FMC-Corteva partnership expands fluindapyr fungicide distribution in massive corn and soybean markets, boosting FMC's market reach.

This strategic agreement between FMC and Corteva represents a significant market expansion opportunity for FMC's innovative fluindapyr fungicide technology. The partnership targets the enormous U.S. corn and soybean markets, which cover approximately 95 million and 80 million planted acres respectively. By leveraging Corteva's market presence alongside FMC's continued Adastrio® fungicide sales, the agreement substantially increases fluindapyr's potential market penetration.

The technical significance of fluindapyr shouldn't be understated. As a Group 7 fungicide, it provides extended residual control against challenging diseases like tar spot and southern rust. More importantly, it effectively manages pathogens that have developed resistance to other fungicide classes – a growing concern in modern agriculture where effective rotation of chemical modes of action is essential for sustainable disease management.

This collaboration model allows FMC to maintain its existing product line while simultaneously expanding technology reach through a competitor's distribution channels. The agreement extends FMC's commercial presence beyond the seven countries where fluindapyr products are already available, with Corteva planning to launch its fluindapyr-based product for the 2026 growing season, pending EPA registration.

For U.S. corn and soybean growers, this partnership means broader access to advanced disease management tools, particularly against increasingly problematic foliar diseases that can significantly impact yield potential. The agreement demonstrates how competitive agricultural input companies can collaborate on technology deployment while maintaining distinct product offerings, ultimately providing farmers with more robust disease management options.

PHILADELPHIA, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, today announced a strategic agreement with Corteva Agriscience that will expand FMC's fluindapyr fungicide technology in the U.S. corn and soybean markets. The collaboration between the two agricultural companies will enable more U.S. growers to combat challenging foliar diseases, such as tar spot and southern rust, with this novel fungicide active ingredient.

Under the terms of the agreement, both companies will market fluindapyr-based fungicide products to U.S. corn and soybean growers. FMC will continue to offer Adastrio^® fungicide while developing new fungicide products containing fluindapyr. Corteva Agriscience will launch a fluindapyr-based product at the beginning of the 2026 growing season, pending Environmental Protection Agency registration.

"This strategic agreement will introduce FMC's innovative fluindapyr technology into a broader segment of the U.S. corn and soybean markets, which represent roughly 95 million and 80 million planted acres, respectively," said Ronaldo Pereira, FMC president. "By partnering with Corteva, we're providing more growers with access to the advanced tools they need to effectively combat costly and challenging diseases, helping them protect yield potential and maximize their return on investment."

Fluindapyr, the active ingredient in Adastrio^® fungicide, provides extended residual control and effectively manages pathogens that have developed resistance to other fungicide classes, making it an essential component in a comprehensive resistance management strategy. Fluindapyr is classified by the Fungicide Resistance Action Committee (FRAC) as a Group 7 fungicide.  

"One of our goals is to make sure farmers have what they need to grow and harvest a successful crop," said Jeremy Dirks, president, Corteva North America. "With the novel active ingredient, fluindapyr, we can provide growers with an additional effective disease management tool that complements the other fungicides in our portfolio."

FMC has commercialized products containing fluindapyr in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Paraguay, South Korea, and the United States. Pending regulatory decisions, FMC anticipates launching fluindapyr-based products in Chile, Honduras, India, and Ukraine.

For more information about Adastrio^® fungicide, visit ag.fmc.com/adastrio-fungicide.      

About FMC

FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company dedicated to helping growers produce food, feed, fiber and fuel for an expanding world population while adapting to a changing environment. FMC's innovative crop protection solutions – including biologicals, crop nutrition, digital and precision agriculture – enable growers and crop advisers to address their toughest challenges economically while protecting the environment. FMC is committed to discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. Visit fmc.com to learn more and follow us on LinkedIn^®.

Adastrio is a trademark of FMC Corporation and/or an affiliate. Always read and follow all label directions, restrictions and precautions for use. Products listed here may not be registered for sale or use in all states, countries or jurisdictions.

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FAQ

What is the strategic agreement between FMC and Corteva Agriscience?

FMC and Corteva have partnered to expand fluindapyr fungicide technology in U.S. corn and soybean markets, with both companies marketing fluindapyr-based products. Corteva will launch its product in 2026, pending EPA approval.

What are the benefits of FMC's fluindapyr fungicide technology?

Fluindapyr provides extended residual control and effectively manages pathogens resistant to other fungicide classes, helping protect crops against diseases like tar spot and southern rust.

How many acres will the FMC-Corteva fungicide partnership target?

The partnership targets approximately 175 million planted acres, comprising roughly 95 million corn acres and 80 million soybean acres in the U.S. market.

In which countries is FMC's fluindapyr currently available?

Fluindapyr products are currently available in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Paraguay, South Korea, and the United States, with planned launches in Chile, Honduras, India, and Ukraine.

When will Corteva launch its fluindapyr-based product?

Corteva plans to launch its fluindapyr-based product at the beginning of the 2026 growing season, pending Environmental Protection Agency registration.