Kanitkar says partnership to significantly support bio-market
Pune-based Kan Biosys and DE SANGOSSE of France have formed a strategic alliance to expand its product and technology offerings to Indian farmers, delivering high-quality biological products to ensure profitability for farmers by improving the quality and quantity of crop yield.
The Kan Biosys-DE SANGOSSE alliance, announced on 22 Apr 2023, noted that the global agriculture industry is facing a harsh reality in the form of climate change, resulting in reduced crop yields and diminished profits for farmers who must spend more to achieve previous yields.
“Climate-resilient technologies are crucial in mitigating these challenges and empowering farmers to combat compromised yields,” said the alliance.
“Enhancing soil health through the use of carbon, microbial products, and bio-solutions is at the core of achieving a sustainable future, with microbes acting as a buffer between plants and the environment, enabling them to withstand various challenges such as drought, flooding, salinity, low and high temperature.”
The alliance will expand reach in the horticulture, field, and row crop segments across India through a systematic approach of collaborating with farmers, agronomists and channel partners.
“We believe every seed requires microbial dressing, every pest requires biocontrol, and all soils need carbon and microbes to maintain fertility,” said Sandeepa Kanitkar, Chairperson and Managing Director, Kan Biosys.
“The opportunities in this field are immense, and our partnership can significantly support the bio-market. Microbials have a vital role in seed dressing, soil fertility, nutrient management, as well as pest and disease control.
“We are optimistic that in years to come, we will undoubtedly demonstrate that microbial is a powerful force to be reckoned with.”
Nicolas Fillon, CEO DE SANGOSSE, elaborated, “With over 160 million arable hectares, India represents a significant market for our group. Both companies will work together to leverage their research capabilities to develop new products that support global agricultural trends and Indian farmers.
“Our aim is to provide innovative and sustainable solutions in agriculture that will benefit our customers in the Indian market by developing synergies between DE SANGOSSE and Kan Biosys.
“We are excited to collaborate with an experienced and dedicated team to expand Kan Biosys’ business. We believe the high-quality portfolio of Kan Biosys’ microbial products and its strong presence in India will enhance our global projects.”
Kan Biosys, a leading Indian microbial company of bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides, was founded in May 2005 by Sandeepa Kanitkar, a renowned biotechnologist and microbiologist. The company specializes in manufacturing and supplying certified agri-inputs such as liquid bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, seed dressers and bio stimulants for soil health management.
DE SANGOSSE is an international player in crop protection, plant nutrition and pest control. DE SANGOSSE supports the profound transformation of agricultural sectors by providing farmers with BioSolutions, BioFertilizers, BioStimulants, BioControl, BioAdjuvants, Management Tools to Feed, Stimulate, Protect crops for a triple social, ecological and economic performance. fiinews.com
