Media Release
May 23, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Alltech Cultivates Crop Science Division
[Lexington, KY] – Natural nutrition is not just for the animals anymore as Alltech takes its
technology out of the barn and into the field with the official launch of its Crop Science division.
With industrial-use products and a consumer line backed by celebrity green thumb Jon Carloftis,
Alltech Crop Science addresses the production of citrus to silage and everything in between.
Fuelled by the power of yeast, Alltech Crop Science products offer a viable alternative to
conventional agrochemicals.
“Consumers are increasingly discerning in their food choices, and are asking for more natural
products. As a result, some traditional methods of production have become obsolete as more and
more chemicals are being banned on a global scale,” said Geoff Frank, CEO of Alltech Crop
Science. “As producers are looking for alternatives, our technology is integral to propelling the
industry into the future.”
According to a recent issue of New Ag International magazine, in the European Union alone, 600
of 1,000 registered pesticide active ingredients have been de-listed with an additional 300 on the
verge of prohibition. This rapid move to outlaw chemicals has left producers worldwide with
increasingly-limited options in terms of disease resistance and production potential. However, it
has likewise catalyzed the swift growth of the biological sector, bringing non-traditional control
methods to the forefront of agricultural production.
Actively focused on research and development, Alltech Crop Science is equipped to provide
solutions to the evolving agronomic landscape and lead the growth emblematic of this burgeoning
industry. For nearly twenty years Alltech Crop Science, formerly known as Improcrop, has
conducted research on 69 cultivars in 29 countries to form the scientific basis for its products.
Their North American brand portfolio –Agro-Mos®, Compost-Aid®, Complex-Aid®, CropSet®, Grain-Set®, Soil-Set™ and Liqui-Plex™ Mn – addresses each stage of crop development,
providing plants with precision nutrition and offering growers a naturally based alternative to
chemicals.
The impact of Alltech Crop Science technology stretches beyond the landscape of major
industrial production, however. The need to go green hits especially close to home for Jon
Carloftis. The renowned Kentucky-bred garden designer has partnered with Alltech Crop Science
to develop a line of natural-based home gardening products. Bloom & Fruit™ provides essential
nutrients that stimulate plant growth while Soil & Root™ conditions the rhizophere region of the
soil to ensure strong, sturdy roots.
“In my work, I have always strived to create beautiful spaces,” stated Carloftis. “In doing so, I
recognized the need to cultivate each sanctuary in a sustainable way. Partnering with Alltech was
the natural evolution of my desire to create lush and luxuriant gardens without compromising the
environment or the safety of the families who enjoy them.”
For more information about Alltech Crop Science and Alltech’s commitment to natural solutions
for agronomic challenges, visit alltechcropscience.com.
- Ends Notes to the Editor:
Founded by Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech is a global animal health and nutrition company with 32
years’ experience in developing natural products that are scientifically proven to enhance animal
health and performance. With 2,800 employees in 128 countries, the company has developed a
strong regional presence in Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle-East, Africa and
Asia.
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