Lifeline for farmers as Sumitomo Chemical set to launches new herbicide

On 19 Oct 2026 Tags Carvero

Sumitomo Chemical will launch a new herbicide for Australian broadacre crops in early 2027 – pending regulatory approval – offering a lifeline to grain and sugarcane growers facing ongoing chemistry restrictions or deregistration.

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Welcoming Murray Hern as Managing Director of Sumitomo Chemical Australia

On 06 Jul 2026 Tags SCAL

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Murray Hern as the new Managing Director of Sumitomo Chemical Australia, succeeding Brett Ryan as we move into an exciting new chapter for the business.

Murray brings extensive agricultural and...

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Thank you Brett Ryan

On 24 Jun 2026 Tags SCAL

After more than 17 years of dedicated service and leadership, Sumitomo Chemical Australia announces the retirement of Brett Ryan from his role as Managing Director.

Brett joined Sumitomo Chemical Australia in 2009 as Marketing Manager, where...

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Voluntary Recall of Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide

On 16 Apr 2026 Tags Product Recall

Sumitomo Chemical Australia advises that effective immediately following batches of SumiAlpha Flex Insecticide currently in the market, are being voluntarily recalled:

Batch numbers: AAC5E9077, AAC5E9078, AAC5E9164, AAC5E9165,...

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SCAL Celebrates Long Serving Team Members at End of Year Function

On 24 Nov 2025 Tags SCAL

Sumitomo Chemical Australia hosted a special end of year dinner in Sydney this weekend, bringing together staff from across the country for an evening of celebration. The highlight of the night was the recognition of four long serving team members...

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