Huachuang Securities·2025-12-20 12:25Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommendation" rating for the pesticide industry, indicating an expected increase in the industry index exceeding the benchmark index by more than 5% in the next 3-6 months [2][39]. Core Insights - The demand for glufosinate-ammonium is expected to continue growing due to improved cost-effectiveness and accelerated registration processes overseas [2]. - The glufosinate-ammonium industry has seen significant improvements in operational rates and inventory levels, with production increasing by 27.85% year-on-year from January to November 2025 [5][6]. - The report highlights the increasing global acceptance of glufosinate-ammonium, particularly in key agricultural markets such as the US, Canada, and Brazil, where registration certificates have expanded rapidly [13][22]. Summary by Sections 1. Significant Improvement in Cost-Effectiveness of Glufosinate-Ammonium - The unit efficacy of glufosinate-ammonium is approximately 3.5 times that of glyphosate, with refined glufosinate-ammonium reaching about 6.3 times, making it more cost-effective despite higher nominal prices [8][11]. 2. Rapid Expansion of Overseas Registration Certificates for Glufosinate-Ammonium - The US saw a surge in registration certificates from 13 in 2019 to 90 in 2020, maintaining a high level in subsequent years, while Brazil and Canada have also shown significant growth in registrations [13][16]. 3. Biodiesel Demand Enhancing Economic Viability of Canola Cultivation - Canola-related applications account for approximately 39% of glufosinate-ammonium's downstream demand, driven by the increasing economic viability of canola cultivation in the context of biodiesel production [22][23]. 4. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on glufosinate-ammonium and refined glufosinate-ammonium industries, particularly companies like Lier Chemical and Hebei Chengxin, which are expected to seize opportunities in the accelerating industry growth [29].