Enlist Duo™ Herbicide Approved for Use in Canada
Enlist Traits Previously Approved;
Both Components of Innovative Enlist System Now in Place for Canada
CALGARY – (May 16, 2013) – Dow AgroSciences LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW), announced today that Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) has approved Enlist Duo™ herbicide with Colex-D™ Technology for use in Canada. This approval, which makes Canada the first nation to authorize this state-of-the art herbicide, is a milestone for the company’s Enlist™ Weed Control System which combines innovative traits, herbicides, and stewardship to deliver the weed control that farmers need now while sustaining beneficial farming practices.
Enlist Duo provides the exceptional weed control and peace of mind that Canadian farmers expect from their weed management tools, especially when dealing with hard-to-control and resistant weeds. What makes Enlist Duo™ unique is that it features near-zero volatility, minimized potential for drift, lower odour and better handling characteristics through a technology package called Colex-D™ Technology. A comprehensive stewardship program has been developed and is designed to help farmers succeed while promoting responsible use of the Enlist System.
“Growing farmer concern of hard to kill and resistant weeds in corn and soybeans in Canada supports the need for this technology,” said Jim Wispinski, President, Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc. “The approval of the Enlist Weed Control System, including Enlist Duo herbicide in Canada, enables Dow AgroSciences to deliver on our promise to provide innovative solutions to our customers. The commercialization plan includes a comprehensive stewardship initiative as part of our commitment to encourage sustainable and responsible use of Enlist Weed Control System.”
The Enlist corn and Enlist soybean traits were approved for food, feed, and environmental release by Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency in October 2012. With the Enlist Duo herbicide registration by the PMRA, both components of the Enlist Weed Control System in corn and soybeans have been approved for use in Canada. Dow AgroSciences plans to ramp up seed production and its supply of Enlist Duo™ herbicide with Colex-D™ Technology to support the anticipated Enlist™ launch. Dow AgroSciences is working with regulatory agencies in key export geographies to advance commercialization of Enlist corn and soybeans in Canada.
About Dow AgroSciences Canada
Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc. brings innovation to life through people, chemistry and biotechnology in the areas of seed and crop production, and pest management. Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc. is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, with commercial and research operations across Canada. Key research facilities include corn and soybean breeding in St. Mary's and Blenheim, Ontario, cereals breeding in Nairn, Ontario, and a global canola research center in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
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