Agrochemicals
Nufarm launches fungicide Volna in Brazil
Nufarm has announced the launch of its new systemic fungicide, Volna (difenoconazole). 
 
When used on soybeans, the fungicide controls the Citrus Leaf Spot (Colletotrichum dematium), the purple seed stain disease (Cercospora kikuchii), the powdery mildew (Microsphaera diffusa), and Phomopsis sojae. The product is also recommended for use against diverse fungal diseases in many crops, such as rice, kidney beans, citrus, several fruits and vegetables.
 
Oliveira said that Volna will make Nufarm more competitive in providing treatment programs for Brazilian farmers. The product was presented by Nufarm during the Agricultural State Fair (Agroshow), which was organized by the Paragominense Agricultural Cooperative (Coopernorte). During the event, the company presented its latest products for corn and soybean crops and announced four other product launches.