Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd. Company Research Report
Company Overview
- Name: Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd.
- Mission: Be an innovative platform to deliver solutions for sustainable farming.
- Founded: 1977
- Founders: Farsighted entrepreneur Mr. S. N Gupta.
- Key People: Mr. S. N Gupta, Mr. M. P Gupta, Mr. R. P Gupta, Mr. Kimihide Kondo (Joint Managing Director)
- Headquarters: Unit 301, 3rd Floor, Worldmark 3, Asset No.7, Hospitality District, Aerocity, NH-8, New Delhi - 110037, India.
- Number of Employees: 700
- Revenue: No information is available.
- Recognition: Recognized as a Star Export House by the Government of India.
- Known for: Innovating crop protection products and supporting sustainable farming techniques.
- Global Presence: Strong distribution network in over 30 countries, exporting products to 28 countries.
- Strategic Partnerships: Mitsui & Co., Ltd. and Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. for strategic growth.
Products
Agricultural Solutions
1. Insecticides
- Control of insects during crop growth and storage to prevent food production losses.
2. Fungicides
- Protection against fungal diseases, a major cause of crop loss worldwide.
3. Herbicides
- Eradicate weed growth that competes with crops for nutrients.
4. Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) / Biostimulants
- Enhance growth, nutrient uptake, and stress tolerance.
5. Household Products
- Pest control solutions for buildings and furniture.
6. Adjuvants
- Improve spreading and absorption of agrochemicals, thus increasing their effectiveness.
International Variants
- A wide array of formulations including, but not limited to: Acetamiprid, Alhacypermethrin, Bifenthrin, Chlorpyrifos, Cypermethrin, Deltamethrin, and many more.
Key Selling Brands
- Matsuri, Bil-star Top, Elaan, Dhaak, Toki, Ignition, Aandhi-71, Zeroweed, Columbus, Treta.
Manufacturing
- Locations: Bahadurgarh, Delhi NCR and Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir.
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007.
- Annual Capacity: Over 22,700 KL of liquid, 2,875 MT of powder, and 9,500 MT of granule formulations.
Recent Developments
- Rebranding: Transition from Bharat Insecticides Ltd. to Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd.
- Partnership: In September 2020, majority stake acquired by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui") and Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. (“Nisso”).
- New Product Launch: Introduction of Kocide 3000, an advanced copper technology fungicide launched on January 5, 2022, as a part of Mitsui's global initiative.
Growth Prospects
- Industry Growth Forecast: Average annual growth rate of 7-8% in the pesticides industry.
- Company Growth Target: Setting sights on an annual growth rate of 15-20%.
- Expansion Goals: Capitalizing on the low usage and treatment area of pesticides in India for further growth.
Conclusion
Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd. is strategically positioned with strong partnerships and an extensive product portfolio to continue its leadership in the crop protection market, enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability worldwide.