Executive Summary
Corteva has introduced Mavilon, a granular insecticide for pest management in rice in India. Rice in India is a daily staple central to the agricultural economy. Yet across rice-growing regions, farmers face a persistent and costly threat. Pests like Brown Planthopper (BPH) and stem borer cause crop stress, yield loss, and reduced grain quality. Most farmers manage these pests reactively, spraying only after infestation is visible. This approach has real limitations. Delayed detection means damage is often already underway before action is taken. Labour shortages at peak periods, combined with
Source Coverage
| Source | Headline | Published At |
|---|---|---|
| AGRI_TIO | Corteva introduces Mavilon for pest management in rice | 2026-06-01 00:00:00+00:00 |
Timeline
- 2026-06-01 00:00:00+00:00: Corteva introduces Mavilon for pest management in rice (via AGRI_TIO)
Key Entities
Companies: Corteva
