Greensboro, North Carolina
November 21, 2008
Syngenta Crop
Protection, Inc. announced today a submission to the United
States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a federal
Section 3 registration of a new herbicide for use on soybean.
Flexstar® GT applied post emergence in glyphosate-tolerant
soybean will control more than 75 grass and broadleaf weeds,
including several glyphosate- and ALS-resistant biotypes such as
pigweed and ragweed.
“We are excited to soon be able to offer our customers a
convenient option for controlling troublesome weeds in soybean.
This new formulation helps to sustain glyphosate-tolerant
technology with improved weed control and reduced crop injury,”
said Rex Wichert, herbicide brand manager with Syngenta Crop
Protection, Inc. “By offering two distinct modes of action,
Flexstar GT will help to control weeds that have developed or
are likely to develop resistance to glyphosate and/or
ALS-inhibitors.”
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc. plans to have Flexstar GT
available for the 2009 selling season, pending federal and state
registration.
More information is available from your sales representative or
by calling the Syngenta Customer Center at 866-SYNGENTA
(866-796-4368).
Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to
sustainable agriculture through innovative research and
technology. The company is a leader in crop protection, and
ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market. Sales in
2007 were approximately $9.2 billion. Syngenta employs over
21,000 people in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is listed on
the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). Further
information is available at
www.syngenta.com.
Important: Always read and follow label instructions when buying
or using this product.
Flexstar® GT and the Syngenta logo are registered trademarks of
a Syngenta Group Company.
Flexstar GT is not currently registered for sale or use in the
United States. |
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