Univar Solutions, a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, has announced an agreement to serve as Solvay's distribution partner for the agrochemical market in Brazil.

The new agreement covers Solvay's product line for agrochemical defensives, adjuvants and fertilizers and will serve the rapidly growing agricultural sector in Brazil. It is the first time Solvay has named a distributor for this market in the country.

"By bringing Solvay's broad portfolio to the Brazilian market, we're well-positioned to meet the needs of customers who are looking for high performing products and solutions that help improve productivity and offer a sustainable advantage — whether that be through increased crop protection, enhanced plant nutrition or innovative grain and seed care," said Jorge Buckup, president of Latin America for Univar Solutions.

"This agreement is another example of how we continue to introduce more sustainable, valuable solutions for our customers that meet their global challenges, as we help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe."

As Solvay's first agricultural industry distribution partner in Brazil, Univar Solutions provides technical and logistical support, tolling services and chemical and ingredient solutions throughout the country.

Leopoldo Orto, Solvay's regional marketing director for Agro Latin America, added, "Working alongside Univar Solutions, with their extensive distribution reach and unique relationship to the agriculture market in Brazil, we have the power to change lives and the world in which we live. With our passion for chemistry, a commitment to the environment and know-how in the advantages of sustainable agriculture, customers can rely on long-standing formulation expertise, a global manufacturing footprint and outstanding Research and Innovation (R&I) capabilities."