Cotecna acquires Agronômica Lab in Brazil

AGRONOMICA employs 45 technicians and is specialized in phytosanitary diagnosis analysis, analysis of biological control products for agronomic use, and seeds testing, operating throughout Brazil and abroad.

With more than 16 years of experience in the market and accredited by MAPA (Ministry of Agriculture) in the area of Phytosanitary Diagnosis, Agronômica detects and identifies pests within the national and international transit of agricultural products, through innovative techniques and carries out effectiveness tests of chemical and biological products, under controlled conditions and in situ.

Agronômica has a comprehensive and solid service portfolio that delivers sustainable solutions for plant health and the entire ecosystem.

"This acquisition represents an important step to increase our service portfolio in the Agriscience testing in Brazil and leveraging on this expertise across our global network of laboratories." - Sebastien Dannaud, CEO, Cotecna

"Agronomica's vocation to fight against threats to plant health will gain an international dimension with Cotecna…"  - Valmir Duarte, Agronomica’s Director

"We are pleased to be part of Cotecna, this acquisition will make it possible to share with our select group of phytosanitary professionals the possibility of dreaming, daring and delivering new challenges."  - Patrícia de Souza Teló, Agronomica’s Director

About Cotecna

For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.