FMC & Bayer Partner to Bring Isoflex Active to European Markets

Group 1 - FMC Corporation has partnered with Bayer to introduce Isoflex active herbicide technology in the EU and Great Britain, enhancing FMC's weed control technology access in European markets [1][2] - Isoflex active is classified as a Group 13 herbicide and has received registration in Great Britain for 2024, with EU registration expected in 2025 [1][2] - The herbicide targets resistant grass weeds in cereals and other crops, addressing a significant need in European agriculture, with access to approximately 30 million planted hectares of winter cereals [2][3] Group 2 - FMC plans to commercialize its formulations while Bayer will handle registrations and commercialization of mixtures containing Isoflex active, with product launches expected in Great Britain later this year and in the EU by 2027 [3] - The partnership aims to jointly promote the Isoflex active brand, contributing to food security in the region [3] Group 3 - FMC's stock has declined by 30.2% over the past year, compared to an 8.8% decline in the industry [4] - Currently, FMC holds a Zacks Rank of 5 (Strong Sell), while competitors like Ingevity Corporation and Axalta Coating Systems have better rankings [5]