Fungicides avoid or abolish fungal plant diseases, which could affect severely harvest outcome and quality. Major fungicide markets are cereals, vegetables, fruits, vine, rice and industrial crops e.g. canola and soybean. We expect a worldwide increase of the fungicide market - particularly in fruits and vegetables. Bayer is no. 2 in fungicides worldwide. To view the list of our products and active ingredients, click the drop-down menu below. More detailed product information is available in the respective country websites.
To meet the various challenges of fungal diseases, fungicides come in various forms. They are used to protect seeds and crops or to stop initial infestation as a part of integrated pest management. We have a broad range of active ingredients in our fungicide portfolio to control various fungal diseases in all major crops.
Our new active ingredients prothioconazole and fluoxastrobin are currently being launched, and further innovative products can be expected from the pipeline. Our clear goal is to gain market leadership through innovation and new tailor-made solutions.
Note: Statements refer to the financial business year ended December 31, 2007.
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