Press Release •  28/06/2023

Corteva takes first steps forward in easyconnect project

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The innovative easyconnect caps use closed transfer system technology

DRUSENHEIM, France, June 21, 2023 – Corteva Agriscience has taken an important step forward in the transition to packaging products that are compatible with the easyconnect system, which will ultimately make filling sprayers safer and more efficient.

The innovative easyconnect caps and coupler use closed transfer system (CTS) technology to reduce operator exposure and environmental risks from splashing or spilling of crop protection products.

This month, Corteva announced the successful completion of a pilot project which has seen easyconnect caps fitted onto packs of the company’s Pixxaro cereal herbicide, destined for growers in Denmark and the Netherlands. 

It is Corteva’s intention to roll out the initiative further in the coming years. 

Corteva’s France Hub Leader Raphaelle Houssin said: “We are pleased to have run this pilot of easyconnect in Drusenheim, which will help make crop protection product use faster, safer and more secure. Thank you to the team for their careful planning and dedication, which made the production a great success.” 

The easyconnect system consists of two components: a unique cap which is pre-fitted onto containers and a coupler. Together, they save operators time and effort when filling sprayers, and significantly reduce operator exposure and the risk of spills.

Corteva’s EU Product Stewardship Leader Louise Brinkworth added: "It is encouraging to see progress on the commitment to implement easyconnect caps on to our products, reflecting our dedication and determination and marking a step forward to bringing Closed Transfer System compatibility to our product users." 

Corteva is part of a cross-industry group committed to bringing the easyconnect system to market. This pilot project represents a significant step forward in rolling the packaging out across Corteva’s portfolio of market-leading crop protection products. 

For more information visit https://easyconnect.tech

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About Corteva

Corteva, Inc. is a publicly traded, global pure-play agriculture company that provides farmers around the world with the most complete portfolio in the industry - including a balanced and diverse mix of seed, crop protection and digital solutions focused on maximising productivity to enhance yield and profitability. With some of the most recognised brands in agriculture and an industry-leading product and technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the company is committed to working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfils its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Corteva Agriscience became an independent public company on June 1, 2019 and was previously the Agriculture Division of DowDuPont. More information can be found at https://www.corteva.co.uk/products-and-solutions/pioneer.html.

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