Rovensa Next and Limaru NV announce a 10-year exclusive agreement for the development and distribution of Rovensa Next’s unique Orange Oil for biocide applications

This exclusive agreement between Rovensa Next and Limaru NV (Limaru) represents a pivotal step towards unlocking new opportunities beyond agricultural usage for orange oil in the biocide market. Rovensa Next’s Orange Oil is an active substance that has numerous applications in the agricultural sector as bioinsecticide, biofungicide and bioacaricide.

Madrid, 18 June, 2024. Rovensa Next, a pioneering leader in bio-solutions for agriculture, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Limaru, a leading solutions provider to the global biocide industry. Under this agreement, both parties agreed to collaborate in developing, registering and marketing safe, practical and eco-conscious pest control solutions based on Orange Oil for the EU-27 and Great Britain biocide industry.

The partnership between Rovensa Next and Limaru exemplifies a synergistic alliance between two industry leaders in their respective fields. By combining Rovensa Next’s expertise in biosolutions for agriculture and Limaru’s proficiency in biocide technologies, this strategic bond is committed to driving innovation and sustainability within the biocide sector.

Rovensa Next’s Orange Oil is derived from Citrus sinensis peels through a unique cold-press process starting from freshly harvested oranges. This production process allows to safeguard high stability and efficacy of the active ingredient and in addition, Orange Oil is safe for users and the environment.

Originally developed by Oro Agri, a Rovensa Next founding member, the technology was refined through extensive research over the past two decades, resulting in various patented formulations and applications primarily catering the needs of the agricultural sector.

Rovensa Next’s Orange oil features unique properties that allow Limaru to develop and create effective biocidal solutions while ensuring environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the characteristics of Orange oil make it safe in use both indoors and outdoors, being respectful with humans and domesticated animals.

This newly formed partnership between Rovensa Next and Limaru aligns with the growing demand for naturally sourced biosolutions, as an alternative tool in the biocide market, catering to the needs of eco-conscious consumers seeking safe, practical, efficient and sustainable solutions.

Limaru plans to incorporate Rovensa Next’s Orange Oil in product formulations for insect pest management that will initially target the more common pests such as mosquitoes, houseflies and crawling insects. However, beyond mere insect pest management solutions, other applications for Orange Oil within the biocide markets are currently being explored, a testament of Limaru’s focus and commitment to harnessing the full potential of Orange Oil.

About the agreement
Under the terms of the agreement, Rovensa Next will be supplying its Orange Oil, that is renowned for its efficacy and environmental sustainability, to the EU-27 and Great Britain’s biocide markets, exclusively through Limaru.

Limaru is committed to developing and distributing new biocide formulations in Europe and Great Britain, according to Wim Decraemere, CEO at Limaru, who concluded that “Thanks to our collaboration with Rovensa Next, we aim to redefine the standards of efficacy and sustainability in biocide development, utilizing their naturally sourced Orange Oil to create groundbreaking, eco-friendly pest control solutions”.

About Limaru NV
Limaru NV is a leading solution provider for the global biocide markets, specializing in the distribution of active ingredients and formulated products for pest control. Additionally, Limaru NV offers access to product registrations, along with comprehensive technical and regulatory support. Established in 1993 and headquartered in Belgium, the company also has representative offices in Italy and the UK, with plans to expand beyond Europe. Limaru NV’s portfolio includes insecticides, wood preservatives, attractants/repellents, and rodenticides. For more information, go to http://www.limaru.com

About Rovensa Next
Rovensa Next is the biosolution business unit of Rovensa Group, creating a holistic platform of biosolutions to shape a sustainable future for agriculture and drive its biotransformation.

Rovensa Next is comprised of more than 2,000 employees around the globe with a sales presence in over 90 countries. Betting on sustainability, innovation, and technical expertise, Rovensa Next unites a global network of 30 R&D laboratories, excellence centres, fields, and greenhouses; 14 production plants; more than 80 partnerships with research centres and universities; 100 R&D and innovation specialists; and a dedicated team of more than 850 field experts.

Rovensa Next has aggregated twelve sustainable pioneer Rovensa Group companies, with long and proud legacies in bionutrition and biocontrol management: Agrichembio, Agro-K, Agrotecnologia, Cosmocel, Idai Nature, Microquimica, MIP Agro, Oro Agri, OGT, Rodel, SDP, and Tradecorp. As one brand, Rovensa Next has a balanced portfolio of bionutrition, biocontrol and bioadjuvants and correctors products, offering growers holistic inputs solutions aimed at guaranteeing yield and performance, and promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
For more information, go to http://www.rovensanext.com