FMC Corporation launches Durentis ™ insecticide for control of turf pests in lawns and golf courses

Wed, Jan 17 2024

FMC Corporation launches Durentis™ insecticide for control of turf pests in lawns and golf courses


PHILADELPHIA, (January 17, 2024) –FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) has received federal registration enabling the commercial launch of Durentis™ insecticide. This proprietary formulation provides. lawn care

operators and golf course superintendents season-long protection from above and below ground chewing pests, including all species of grubs and Fall Armyworms. FMC announced the upcoming availability of the new

insecticide at various lawn care events in 2023. However, the official launch will occur at the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona, from January 29 - February 1, 2024.

Durentis™ is a highly concentrated formulation of the active ingredient chlorantraniliprole with the lowest use rates in the diamide class of chemistry and requires a single application for season-long control. It is fast acting and provides a zone of protection around the roots, and its systemic properties allow upward

translocation. These unique physical properties allow Durentis™ to quickly move into the turf – protecting it without the need for excessive irrigation.

“Customer input led to the development of Durentis™,” said Mike Sisti, FMC North America marketing manager. “Ongoing customer conversations and collaboration with FMC’s R&D team guided the development of this new tool for well-maintained lawns and golf courses.”

FMC is a leader in the golf, lawn care, and pest control professional solutions market. Its comprehensive portfolio of fungicides, herbicides and insecticides provides turf and ornamental growers, golf and lawn care professionals, as well as pest management professionals, with differentiated solutions designed to help promote healthy turf and plant growth, while efficiently controlling pests.

 

About FMC

FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company dedicated to helping growers produce food, feed, fiber and fuel for an expanding world population while adapting to a changing environment. FMCs innovative crop protection solutions – including biologicals, crop nutrition, digital and precision agriculture – enable growers, crop advisers and turf and pest management professionals to address their toughest challenges economically while protecting the environment. With approximately 6,600 employees at more than 100 sites worldwide, FMC is committed to discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. Visit fmc.com to learn more and follow us on LinkedIn®.

 

Durentis is a trademark of FMC Corporation or an affiliate. Always read and follow all label directions, restrictions, and precautions for use. Products listed here may not be registered for sale or use in all states, countries, or jurisdictions. © 2024 FMC Corporation. All rights reserved.

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