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Corteva expands Singapore laboratory to enhance delivery of nature-inspired crop protection innovations to the Asia Pacific region

21 May 2026•1 min read

This press release was issued by Corteva, Inc.

 

Today, Corteva announced the expansion of its laboratory in Singapore, increasing its size by 50%. This represents a significant step in enhancing its advanced crop protection solutions capability to support farmers in the region.

Nature-inspired innovations, enhanced through scientific research, are transforming the agricultural sector and gaining traction across Asia. One standout example is the spinosyn range of crop protection products, which are developed by fermenting a naturally occurring soil bacterium. These advanced solutions deliver fast and effective protection for crops, using significantly lower application rates. For many farmers in the region, where managing costs is essential, adopting such products can lead to reduced input expenses and the flexibility to treat crops only when necessary.

Corteva Senior Vice-President Brook Cunningham hosted guests of honour for the opening ceremony including Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) Executive Vice President Mr Lim Wey-Len.

"Corteva’s expanded Singapore laboratory is an example of our targeted investments to support growth in this region. By investing in advanced formulation and biological research capabilities, we are strengthening our ability to bring differentiated, high-quality crop protection solutions tailored to the market."

Brook Cunningham
Senior Vice President
Corteva

"Corteva’s decision to expand its R&D laboratory here reinforces Singapore’s position as a key chemicals hub with capabilities to support growing bioeconomy opportunities and the global shift towards bio-based products. The expansion will enable Corteva to formulate new biological crop protection solutions to better serve customers in APAC and beyond. We welcome Corteva’s investment in Singapore and look forward to working with like-minded partners to capture new growth opportunities."

Lim Wey-Len
Executive Vice President
EDB

Corteva thanks Singapore’s EDB for its partnership, support, and ongoing collaboration. The company is proud to deliver crop protection innovation to support Singapore’s life sciences ecosystem.

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