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BASF is introducing two new herbicide solutions, Voraxor herbicide and Zidua PLUS herbicide, to provide farmers with enhanced flexibility and broad-spectrum control across the season.
Trade News | October 22, 2026

BASF responds to rising weed resistance with Voraxor herbicide and Zidua PLUS herbicide

BASF is introducing two new herbicide solutions that will help farmers handle variable environmental conditions in 2027. With the introduction of Voraxor™ herbicide and Zidua® PLUS herbicide, BASF is providing farmers with enhanced flexibility and broad-spectrum control across the season, from effective burndown applications to long-lasting residual weed management. 
Ridivex herbicide is purpose built to help growers stay ahead of resistant weeds and protect yield potential without compromise.
Trade News | October 19, 2026

BASF announces EPA approval of Ridivex herbicide, a new all-in-one standard for post-emerge weed control in corn

Ridivex™ herbicide has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration and is planned to be available in 2027. Ridivex herbicide is currently not for sale and BASF is not accepting orders at this time. 
On October 8, 2026,  BASF conducted a large-scale emergency response drill at its Wyandotte, Michigan site that included employees, first responders, healthcare providers and local government agencies.
Regional News | October 13, 2026

BASF Wyandotte, first responders, and Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital conduct emergency drill

BASF conducted a large-scale emergency response drill at the company’s Wyandotte Site that included employees, first responders, healthcare providers and local government agencies. The drill, which took place on October 8, was designed to test emergency response procedures, communication systems and coordination among multiple agencies. 
BASF Agricultural Solutions announced that Leta LaRush will assume the role of Senior Vice President, BASF Agricultural Solutions United States, effective October 1, 2026.
Trade News | September 24, 2026

BASF Agricultural Solutions introduces a new setup to strengthen customer focus and integrated crop system solutions

BASF Agricultural Solutions announced organizational and leadership changes designed to further strengthen its customer focus, simplify decision-making processes and support the company's continued transformation into a standalone business.
BASF’s InVigor Gold canola seed will be processed by Bunge, supporting commercialization in North America as BASF prepares for the U.S. launch in 2027.
Trade News | September 22, 2026

BASF’s InVigor Gold canola seed to be processed by Bunge, supporting commercialization in North America

BASF and Bunge today announced that Bunge will process InVigor Gold™ canola seed, BASF’s breakthrough canola-quality Brassica juncea hybrid. This represents a key step toward commercialization as BASF prepares for the U.S. launch in 2027.