Preserving Essential Tools

The average time a fungicide remains available on the market for use in agriculture can vary greatly. With the advancement of crop protection solutions coming at an unprecedented pace, farmers are more frequently being given improved or updated solutions for the control of the fungal diseases that can impact yields and crop quality. Some products last only a few years on the market before being replaced by a more effective or easier to use product.

This rate of innovation makes the legacy of Dithane^® fungicide and its premier position in the fungicide market even more astounding. For more than 60 years, farmers around the world have relied on Dithane for efficient, reliable disease control. With its high quality and consistency, it systemically fights over 400 diseases in 70 crops. When paired with its proprietary Rainshield^® Technology, farmers have the added assurance of knowing the product remains effective because it stays where it’s needed, even in wet weather, where other products could be washed away.

In 2024, UPL Corp acquired the Dithane brands and received a license to Rainshield™ technology. In spite of having access to the mancozeb AI for many years, we believe our extensive expertise in working with post-patent products, and finding new uses, or creating superior formulations, could extend the availability of Dithane fungicide and Rainshield technology in the market. “This acquisition is a meaningful milestone for UPL and for farmers, it strengthens our portfolio of solutions and leadership in the multisite fungicide market. We are committed to expanding our offering for plant disease management and supporting farmers globally to achieve sustainable crop yields and enhanced food security outcomes.” explained Christina Coen, UPL Chief Marketing Officer.

In addition to our on-going advocacy for mancozeb products including the Dithane brands, UPL is investing in continuous research to develop innovative solutions built on the mancozeb legacy. Because of our experience and wealth of knowledge, we can defend and expand the use of this molecule for many more years, ensuring its continued availability and effectiveness. 

We are proud to be able to deliver on the quality and consistency of Dithane fungicide and ensure its ongoing availability as a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture.