Woojin B&G's Ecozone, an Eco-Friendly Microbial Agent... "Successful Export to Brazil"

[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunseok Yoo] Woojin B&J announced on the 2nd that it has completed the registration of the eco-friendly microbial agent ECO-ZONE in Brazil and has started production according to the initial order.

This export is based on the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed with Savixx and Endeavour Ltda. Woojin B&J signed the contract with these companies in 2019 through the Korea-LAC Business Summit, premised on technical support for the development of pest control agents and export.

ECO-ZONE is an eco-friendly microbial agent produced using technology owned by Woojin B&J. The main ingredient is a microorganism called BTA (Bacillus Thuringiensis Aizawai). It specifically targets harmful pests that inhabit crops such as sugarcane, cotton, and soybeans. It can be safely used during the harvest period of crops without concerns about pesticide residues.

According to Unica, the Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association, Brazil is the world's largest sugarcane producer. The country is focusing on increasing sugarcane production to capture a larger share of the ethanol market. Woojin B&J expects to help pest control and productivity improvement by supplying the microbial BTA product. To meet domestic demand in Brazil and secure price competitiveness, Woojin B&J is also pursuing a mid- to long-term local CMO contract.

A representative from Woojin B&J's overseas business team stated, "Local test results for Brazilian registration demonstrated high efficacy against Chrysodeixis includens (Soybean looper), which inhabits soybeans. In fact, this export volume is intended for pest control of soybeans." He added, "With the successful registration and export of ECO-ZONE, it is expected to become a new cash cow."

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