FMC Corp. Partners with Nutrien Ag Solutions to Deploy Arc Farm Intelligence Platform in the U.S.

By PR Newswire|July 13, 2020

FMC Corp. has partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions on a pilot program to use the new FMC Arc farm intelligence platform. This platform delivers real-time pest mapping and predictive forecasts of diamondback moth populations in brassica crops to Nutrien Ag Solutions pest control advisors (PCAs) in the Salinas Valley of California. Crops being monitored include Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower.

The diamondback moth is one of the most prolific pests on brassica crops throughout the world with an estimated annual economic impact exceeding $4 billion.

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“We are excited to collaborate with Nutrien Ag Solutions to bring the power of FMC’s Arc farm intelligence platform to brassica crops,” said Ronaldo Pereira, president FMC Americas Region. “This unique technology will enhance the ability of Nutrien Ag Solutions representatives to help growers better manage destructive diamondback moths through an integrated pest management strategy.”

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