ExcelAg and Caribbean Chemicals announce strategic partnership to enhance agricultural sustainability in the Caribbean

Date:04-08-2024

On February 19th, 2024, ExcelAg and Caribbean Chemicals announced a strategic alliance designed to enhance the accessibility of cutting-edge plant nutrition and protection technologies across the Caribbean.

This joint effort aims to bolster local farmers by elevating the quality and yield of their crops.

Jorge Cepeda Jr., Vice President of Global Sales & Operations at ExcelAg, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, ″We’re delighted to partner with Caribbean Chemicals across the region, to broaden the reach of our plant nutrition and protection technologies, and to support growers in their goal to increase the quality and quantity of their harvest. As one of the leading companies in the development of innovative organic solutions, ExcelAg supports growers in reducing the chemical footprint in the field, to service the changing dynamics of today’s consumer market. We have an aligned vision with Caribbean Chemicals, and we value their technical capacity, focus on quality, and broad engagement with the farmer community across the region. We look forward to continuing and strengthening our partnership, and together with our global team of agronomists, to supporting the evolving requirements of the agricultural sector across the Caribbean.″

Echoing this sentiment, Joe Pires Jr., Managing Director of Caribbean Chemicals, highlighted the mutual benefits of this alliance. ″The Caribbean Chemicals family of companies that serve over 25 different Caribbean countries and are the largest distributor of Agriculture Inputs in the Caribbean, are pleased to partner with ExcelAg to introduce their entire range of organic solutions to the Caribbean. ExcelAg joins our growing portfolio of ‘green’ solutions to help farmers lower costs, increase yields, and lower entry issues in export markets. As we move closer to 50% of our portfolio being green band products, ExcelAg provides a significant range to a farmers arsenal to control major pests in the Caribbean and a strong portfolio of bio stimulants and organic solutions. We look forward to teaming up with the experienced team at ExcelAg to work with our over 85 agronomists in the Caribbean to help Caribbean farmers grow.″

The partnership will expand and accelerate Caribbean Chemical’s growing portfolio and facilitate ExcelAg Corp USA’s broader market penetration in Trinidad & Tobago and the Caribbean

ExcelAg Corp USA contributes to the partnership with its extensive proprietary biorational portfolio, ongoing research and development efforts, and its current lineup of plant protection solutions encompassing a wide variety of crops throughout the region. These products are crucial for achieving high-quality crop yields and meeting stringent export market standards, all while minimizing the use of synthetic chemicals and preventing residue buildup.

Caribbean Chemicals enriches the partnership through its comprehensive network and seasoned technical expertise across the Caribbean. The company’s established presence, extending over various countries and islands, ensures a robust platform for the partnership. Their team, composed of experienced professionals, delivers vital field support, directly engaging with farmers to address the diverse agricultural challenges of the region. This blend of wide-reaching influence and in-depth knowledge positions the partnership to effectively implement advanced agricultural solutions, tailored to the unique conditions and needs of Caribbean agriculture.

ABOUT EXCELAG CORP USA

ExcelAg Corp USA^® is an agricultural company primarily focused in the discovery, research and development, and manufacturing of unique and innovative molecules for plant nutrition and protection, for both conventional and organic production. The company also creates technologies for use in the Turf & Ornamental, Home & Garden, Public Health and Animal Health sectors. ExcelAg’s products are manufactured exclusively in the USA and are positioned across 26 countries today.

ABOUT CARIBBEAN CHEMICALS

Caribbean Chemicals & Agencies Ltd is the leading supplier of agricultural inputs in the English speaking Caribbean. The Company was founded by Joseph Pires Sr and his wife Angelica Pires. Caribbean Chemicals began in the humble home of the Pires’ in 1966 in upper St. Anns, Trinidad and now represents the largest agribusiness distributor in the region, in over 26 countries. Caribbean Chemicals is headquartered in Trinidad and maintains offices in the Dominican Republic, Guyana, Suriname, and Jamaica, where it also operates a manufacturing plant. Caribbean Chemicals success is largely due developing, growing and maintaining a strong relationship with farmers and stakeholders in the various territories. It represents several of the key multinational agribusiness providers and has become the lead provider for innovative solutions in the Caribbean region.