Saint-Didier-Au-Mont-d’Or, March 3rd, 2026 — From April 1st, 2026, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL AGRO EUROPE (“SCAE”), subsidiary of SUMITOMO CHEMICAL Co. Ltd., will absorb PHILAGRO FRANCE. SCAE will integrate their operation to continue and strengthen this journey, with a clear ambition: Shaping the future of French agriculture alongside its partners and customers.

With its 30 years of presence in the agricultural sector, PHILAGRO FRANCE is entering a new chapter in its history. This integration marks a significant step forward, reinforcing SUMITOMO CHEMICAL’S presence and vision in Europe, while ensuring continuity and renewed momentum for all partners who have trusted PHILAGRO FRANCE over the years.

France accounts for the largest share of the European crop protection market, where demand for innovations has significantly increased. Biorationals and other environmentally-friendly products became pillars to support further the farmers.

SCAE’s mission is to meet French market’s needs in a comprehensive and sustainable way by anticipating industry developments, delivering high‑performing and effective solutions, and acting with strong values that guide all its decisions. SCAE will strive to keep developing support and services to its partners and farmers to develop its business expansion and ensure access to its products to all French growers.

« SUMITOMO CHEMICAL is dedicated to contributing to the sustainable future of French agriculture through innovation and collaboration with our partners and customers, » says Alberto ANCORA, General Manager of SCAE.

Recognized worldwide, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL stands out for its long‑standing commitment to societal responsibility and its ambition to make a positive and lasting impact on the agricultural sector as embodied in the Sumitomo Spirit “Jiri-Rita Koushi-Ichinyo” (“Our business must benefit Society at large, not just our own interests”).

For further information, please contact:
Sumitomo Chemical Agro Europe Corporate Communication team:

communication@sumitomo-chemical.eu

About Sumitomo Chemical and Sumitomo Chemical Agro Europe

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sumitomo Chemical is one of Japan’s leading chemical companies. It offers a wide range of products across four business sectors: Agro & Life Solutions, ICT & Mobility Solutions, Advanced Medical Solutions, Essential & Green Materials. For additional information, visit the company’s website at https://www.sumitomo-chem.co.jp/english/.

In the Agro & Life Solutions sector, Sumitomo Chemical is the 8th largest company, with strong R&D focused on both crop protection chemicals and biorational products. Sumitomo Chemical Agro Europe, the EMEA headquarter, is based near Lyon in France. As part of significant investments in R&D, Sumitomo Chemical aims to strengthen its efficiency and responsiveness in the AgroSolutions Division of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region (EMEA). For additional information, visit the Sumitomo Chemical Agro Europe website at https://sumitomo-chem-agro.com/