AMVAC do Brasil announces the registration of Counter nematicide for soybeans

American Vanguard Corporation announces that its Brazilian subsidiary, AMVAC do Brasil, has received registration for the use of Counter insecticide on soybeans. It will help control nematodes.

Counter is a proven and market-leading soil insecticide that provides broad control of nematode infestation and ensures greater crop yields. Furthermore, as it is a selective nematicide, the solution can be used effectively in conjunction with other pesticides, offering the producer an ideal pest control program. 

Vitor Cunha (pictured), CEO of AMVAC do Brasil, states that “the field results showed that Counter is a unique solution in terms of technical performance and yield improvement and these attributes should translate into greater profitability for producers. The registration for soybeans meets a strong demand in the crop market in Brazil and the millions of hectares of soybeans that are affected by cyst nematode. AMVAC do Brasil and all partners and distributors are prepared to supply and meet the expanding demand for this important nematode control solution.” 

For Eric Wintemute, president and CEO of American Vanguard, “Counter is one of the company's most important soil insecticides and we are committed to expanding its use internationally. This registration in Brazil is very relevant for the adoption and implementation of our SIMPAS technology. The economic and environmental benefits of this targeted application system will allow soybean, corn, cotton and sugarcane producers to generate greater profitability and provide crop protection and nutrition in an environmentally sustainable manner.”