Bayer presents a portfolio focused on new molecules

Bayer presented crop protection solutions during an event in Paulínia, highlighting new molecules under development and a strategy of continuous launches until 2030. The company projects five new products per year, in addition to 14 new molecules and six new modes of action, focusing on increasing productivity and tackling resistance in the field.

The portfolio includes three innovations in the registration phase. The fungicide Iblon features a new carboxamide. The herbicide Icafolin acts in the post-emergence control of weeds. The insecticide Plenexos inaugurates the class of ketoenols. The solutions expand technical alternatives for soybeans, corn, cotton, and other important crops in Brazil.

According to Tiago Santos (pictured), leader of Bayer's crop protection business in Brazil, the company directs investments to accelerate research and anticipate producer demands. The company uses artificial intelligence to increase precision in the development of molecules and combines modes of action for resistance management.

Fungicides

The fungicide Iblon combines isoflucypram on tebuconazoleThe formulation broadens the spectrum of control of foliar diseases, such as bipolaris leaf spot, diplodia, target spot, and ramularia. Trials indicate productivity gains exceeding 80% compared to conventional methods, reports Bayer. The company expects to begin marketing it in the 2027/28 crop season.

For the 2026/27 harvest, the company highlights Xivana Smart (fluoxapiprolin + fluopicolide) and in Valpura (bixafem).

Insecticides

The Plenexos insecticide, in turn, offers high efficiency in pest control and a prolonged residual effect. According to the company, the technology does not impact beneficial insects, such as pollinators, which increases its selectivity. The solution is suitable for crops such as soybeans and cotton. The product's active ingredient is... spidoxamate (spidoxamat), a molecule from the ketoenol group, classified by IRAC in group 23. Bayer expects the registration to be granted this year.

Also in the insecticide segment, Valient, whose active ingredient is flupiradifuroneThis product reinforces the control of sucking insects, leafhoppers, and aphids, with a shock effect and systemic action. The product exhibits high systemic action and residual power.

Herbicides

In herbicides, Convintro Duo combines diflufenicam e metribuzim For pre-emergence application. The solution enhances the control of difficult-to-manage weeds, such as pigweed and goosegrass.

The herbicide Icafolin This product stands out as one of the major launches planned for 2028. It introduces a new mechanism of action after more than three decades without innovation in this area. The technology controls weeds resistant to glyphosate and other herbicides. The product also promotes regenerative agriculture practices by protecting the soil and encouraging no-till farming.

Seed treatment

In seed treatment, Bayer introduced the Guardian concept. The solution combines protection against pests, early diseases, and nematodes. The package includes the nematicide Verango Prime (fluopyram), with prolonged action and selectivity towards beneficial organisms.

The event took place at the company's Research and Development center in Paulínia. The unit occupies 86 hectares and receives more than 100 molecules per year for evaluation. The site supports the adaptation of global technologies to tropical conditions and is part of the innovation strategy for the Brazilian market.