Volcano Agroscience Ltd. Announces Opening of State-of-the-Art Production Facility in South Africa
Plant’s new liquid formulation technology will enhance application convenience and safety
PAU, FRANCE (13 September 2007) — Volcano Agroscience Ltd., a
joint venture between Arysta LifeScience South Africa (Pty) Ltd. and
Strand Agroscience Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd., recently celebrated
the opening of a new liquid formulation plant in Canelands, just north
of Durban.
Robert Maingard, chairman, Volcano Agroscience, said the new liquid
formulation facility, which supplies domestic and export markets, will
allow the company to more efficiently provide solutions to help
customers foster business growth.
“This state-of-the-art facility is equipped to supply various global
markets with high-quality products for many years,” Maingard said.
“This announcement not only signifies the investments Volcano is making
in advanced technology but also will enable our distribution partners
to bring value to progressive agricultural production.”
The plant has received the prestigious ISO 9000 certification. ISO
certification, which requires an independent third-party audit of all
processes and documentation, is an esteemed mark and will assure
customers that the new Volcano plant follows the highest standards for
its assessments, audits and production.
The company also has received approval to install a new wettable dry
granules production facility at the same location. The company’s new
water-soluble granule technology offers farmers a combination of
application convenience and enhanced application safety. A large
percentage of the Volcano water-soluble granules are sold to sugarcane
farmers who appreciate accurate per hectare application, reduced
environmental impact and improved convenience in product storage,
handling and container disposal.
“Our investment in the Canelands plant will not only strengthen our
ability to help farmers in Africa, but also will enable us to utilize
the distinctive business skills and experiences we’re gaining in South
Africa to strengthen our global business,” said Eric Barbedette, head
of Europe, Middle East and Africa for Arysta Lifescience.
Arysta LifeScience and Strand Investment Holdings entered their
joint venture partnership with Volcano in 2005 to expand both
companies’ influence in central and southern Africa.
"Working together, we are able to offer African farmers an array of
products that advance their operations and improve their success," said
Barbedette. “The new facility will allow us to better serve these
farmers and to accelerate their access to leading technology.”
About Volcano Agroscience Ltd.
Volcano Agroscience Ltd. is a joint venture between Arysta
LifeScience South Africa (Pty) Ltd. and Strand Agroscience Investment
Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
Contact:
Linda Frerichs
Global Communications Head
Volcano is one of the leading suppliers of liquid and suspension concentrate crop protection products in South Africa.
Arysta LifeScience North America Corporation
Tel: +1-919-678-4948
Email: linda.frerichs@arystalifescience.com