November 20, 2025
Corteva Agriscience Kenya is proud to announce the registration of Verpixo® 100 SC, a breakthrough fungicide powered by Adavelt™ and designed for use on roses, one of Kenya’s most important horticultural exports. This milestone brings innovative, science-driven solutions directly to Kenyan farmers, helping them protect their crops, improve yields, and secure stronger access to international markets.
Kenya remains one of Africa’s most advanced agricultural economies with horticulture contributing over KES 150 billion annually and employing more than 500,000 people. With Verpixo® 100 SC, Corteva Agriscience strengthens Kenya’s position as a regional innovation hub, providing farmers with the latest global technology and reinforcing the country’s status as a leading exporter of high-quality floricultural products.
“The launch of Adavelt™ technology in Kenya represents more than a product introduction it’s a testament to Corteva’s long-term investment in local innovation, farmer resilience, and the future of sustainable agriculture in Africa,” added Charles Mutema, Business Lead – Corteva Agriscience.
Verpixo® 100 SC contains Florylpicoxamid, a novel active ingredient that provides reliable protection against powdery mildew and botrytis, two of the most damaging fungal diseases for flower growers. With a novel unique mode of action (FRAC Group 21) and no known cross-resistance, it offers farmers a powerful and sustainable tool for disease management, helping reduce losses and lower the risk of resistant fungi developing. Verpixo® 100 SC is built for sustainability, helping farmers protect crops while promoting healthier agricultural ecosystems
For farmers, the benefits are tangible:
- Higher quality and more marketable roses, meeting strict export standards.
- Reduced crop losses from fungal diseases, translating into increased profits.
- Sustainable disease management through a novel mode of action, helping preserve the effectiveness of fungicides over time.
- Greater confidence in planning and investment, as new technologies protect their livelihoods.
The registration of Verpixo® 100 SC demonstrates Corteva’s commitment to empowering farmers with solutions that support both productivity and sustainability, reinforcing Kenya’s role as a hub for agricultural innovation in Africa.
“Verpixo® 100 SC is more than a fungicide, it’s a promise to Kenyan farmers that Corteva is committed to helping them compete globally. By combining cutting-edge science with local insight, we’re enabling growers to deliver roses that meet the highest international standards and strengthen Kenya’s reputation as a world-class floriculture leader,” said Innocent Oeri, Marketing Campaign Manager.