Battelle research supports high quality food production while ensuring environmental protection.

Battelle understands the increasing pressure to develop agrochemicals quickly, cost-effectively, and according to international regulations. Our state-of-the-art analytical chemistry and biotechnology capabilities accelerate the development of healthy, safe, and effective crop protection products. We provide comprehensive research services in discovery, development, and global registration, as well as complex biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and molecular biology research to ensure the safety of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides. Battelle develops long-term relationships with leading agrochemical companies. We recognize that the exchange of critical scientific and market information, mutual resource planning, and risk and reward sharing demand trust and cooperation - and result in increased efficiency and cost savings. In 1996, Battelle researched numerous agrochemical active ingredients. For a U.S. client, Battelle's aggressive schedule of year-long analytical chemistry studies resulted in timely product registration. In recognition of Battelle's performance, the client requested our attendance at their strategic planning sessions in Rome. In another instance, Battelle-Geneva worked with a major agrochemical manufacturer to expedite the registration of a new active ingredient for the European community. Battelle helped this client realize rapid sales of its product. In the words of our client, "Battelle made the impossible possible. You understood our business need and delivered the product. A grand merci for your excellent research and timely response."

Battelle utilizes state-of-the-art analytical equipment to support the development of new agrochemicals. Bernd Zeeh (left), Director of Chemistry at BASF, discusses strategic R&D needs for future products with John Finney and Cora Steginsky of Battelle.