Corteva Agriscience and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are collaborating to support Ukrainian farmers’ access to crop inputs, financing and grain storage.
The company said it will increase its production of hybrid corn and sunflower seeds in the region by 30% over the next five years to ensure a stable supply of seeds for Ukrainian farmers to plant in 2023 and beyond. Corteva is also increasing Ukrainian farmer access to the latest crop protection technologies, agronomic support, and financing tools.
“Ukrainian farmers are entering this planting season facing immense challenges,” said Igor Teslenko, Corteva Agriscience Europe, Middle East & Africa president.
“Our innovative solutions will enable these farmers to meet their yield and productivity goals while supporting the pressing food security needs of their country and the global agricultural market.”
Corteva stopped production and business activities in Russia in April 2022, citing the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
Source: michiganfarmnews.com
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