cultivating success

We’re driving innovation for sustainable agriculture

Weed Management Systems Contest_innovative farming

Weed management is a promising area for innovation where the interests of the environmental, industry, and innovator communities are aligned to promote beneficial changes to agriculture. This why we created the Weed Management Systems Contest—to accelerate development and research on novel weed management tools by using a health competitive format that supports the adoption of integrated, sustainable practices.

Overcoming obstacles

The cost to launch new herbicides is restrictive

Weed management is a persistent challenge that impacts global agriculture, so we have made it our mission to identify the challenges in order to discover better solutions.

The cost of developing and launching new herbicides is exorbitantly high.

Food safety is top of mind for consumers

Keeping food safe and the use of herbicides is top of mind for consumers.

Investment in new farming technologies is limited

There is limited investment in the development of new farming technologies.

Herbicide-resistant weeds has increased significantly

The number of herbicide-resistant weed species has increased significantly.

Your role is pivotal

The Weed Management Systems Contest represents an unprecedented opportunity to bring about systemic change in agriculture, encouraging innovation and collaboration among all stakeholders, and your participation is essential in shaping the future of sustainable farming. So, won’t you join us?

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Our ultimate goal: integrated weed management solutions that achieve significant balance in herbicide use while promoting soil health through systems-level innovation.