Dow AgroSciences

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Dow AgroSciences LLC was a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company, which was a part of DowDuPont. The company was headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and specialized in agricultural chemicals, seeds, and biotechnology solutions. Dow AgroSciences was known for its innovations in crop protection, pest management, and plant biotechnology.

History

Dow AgroSciences was established in 1989 when The Dow Chemical Company acquired the agricultural division of Eli Lilly and Company. Over the years, Dow AgroSciences expanded its portfolio through various acquisitions and partnerships, including the acquisition of Mycogen Seeds in 1998 and a strategic alliance with Monsanto Company.

In 2017, Dow Chemical merged with DuPont to form DowDuPont, a major chemical conglomerate. As part of the merger, Dow AgroSciences became part of the newly formed Corteva Agriscience in 2019, which focused on agriculture.

Products and Services

Dow AgroSciences offered a wide range of products and services, including:

• Herbicides: Products designed to control unwanted plants and weeds.
• Insecticides: Chemicals used to manage insect pests.
• Fungicides: Solutions to prevent and control fungal diseases in crops.
• Seeds: Genetically modified and conventional seeds for various crops.
• Biotechnology: Innovations in genetic engineering to improve crop yield and resistance.

Research and Development

Dow AgroSciences invested heavily in research and development (R&D) to create innovative solutions for modern agriculture. The company operated several R&D facilities worldwide and collaborated with universities, research institutions, and other companies to advance agricultural science.

Environmental and Social Responsibility

Dow AgroSciences was committed to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship. The company implemented various programs to promote responsible use of its products, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.

Acquisition and Transition to Corteva Agriscience

Following the merger of Dow Chemical and DuPont, Dow AgroSciences was integrated into Corteva Agriscience. Corteva continues to build on the legacy of Dow AgroSciences by providing advanced agricultural solutions to farmers globally.

See Also

• The Dow Chemical Company
• DuPont
• Corteva Agriscience
• Monsanto Company
• Agricultural biotechnology
• Genetically modified crops