Sustainable food supply
Extreme weather and insufficient production capacities make it harder for farmers to produce enough food. At the same time, the rising world population is boosting demand for more and better food. Experts therefore work on innovative solutions to sustainably secure global food supply. » more
Powered-up Seeds
Seeds are highly valuable and vulnerable at the same time. But the new SeedGrowth-Concept offers all-round protection for seedlings. » more
A better life through stable food supply
Rice is one of the world’s most important cereals: around three billion people eat the white grain on a daily basis. Especially for the fast growing population in Asia, rice is a key dietary element. » more
The potato: a versatile crop for the pots of the world
Potatoes are diverse and they are becoming more and more popular: as French fries, dumplings or croquettes. With their all-round service, experts from Bayer contribute to making sure that the tubers keep their qualitiy and taste on their yourney from the fields into the kitchen. » more
Chili, the versatile fruit
Spices tickle our taste buds and turn our food into treats. One of the most popular condiments is chili. Farmers around the globe are growing the hot fruits. » more
A new era in crop protection
Air-borne attackers move in silence. Minute fungal spores cling to the young leaves of plants and start making themselves at home: the spores germinate and penetrate the defenseless plants – layer by layer. » more
Essay – Building global food security
Ken Ash is Director of Trade and Agriculture at the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and
Development (OECD). This article draws on a wide range of OECD analysis, including that undertaken with other international organisations for the G20. The views expressed are those of the author alone. » more
Harry Strek – Farmer and Plant Researcher
Harry Strek helps farmers to control weeds. Together with his team, he develops new crop protection solutions. Pursuing his mission, Strek travels the world, meeting farmers and developing new ways of protecting their crops. » more
Farmer Serhiy Hayday from the Ukraine: Holding ground in the world market
Serhiy Hayday is tall and strong, with a powerful handshake and a winning smile. His eyes light up when he talks about the company he is heading – New Friendship, or “Druzhba Nova” as the Ukrainians call it. » more
Financing Farming
How can we attract more investment into agriculture?
Liam Condon, CEO at Bayer CropScience discusses the need for capital in the food and agri business with Stephan Hackenberg, Managing Director at Rabobank International. » more
Integrated Weed Management
Resistance prevention in Integrated Weed Management. » more
Higher yields through sustainable agriculture
AgroVida Initiative enables higher yields. » more
World Markets in Turmoil
Staple crops such as rice, wheat and corn are becoming scarcer and their prices are rollercoastering. To ensure food security in the coming decades, the challenge will be to get higher yields from the same acreage. » more
Fruit and vegetables for the global convenience market
Fruit and vegetables for the global convenience market. » more
Harvests in crisis
Wheat harvests are under threat. Due to extreme weather. Are new varieties the answer? » more
Fostering partnerships along the entire food chain
Fostering partnerships along the entire food chain. » more