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Strategic Land Acquisition and Investment
Crystal Crop Protection announced Tuesday its acquisition of 31.06 acres of land and assets in Jhagadia, Gujarat, from Kurl-On Ltd. This move marks the company's commitment to expanding its manufacturing footprint with a new greenfield project. The agrochemical firm intends to channel Rs 100 crore over the next three years to establish a state-of-the-art, fully automated facility.
Enhanced Production Capacity
The Jhagadia plant is designed to significantly boost output. It will feature an initial production capacity of 50,000 tonnes per annum for agrochemical formulations. Crucially, the facility offers flexibility to scale up to 120,000 tonnes annually, positioning Crystal Crop Protection to effectively address escalating demand in key markets.
Market Focus and Product Portfolio
This expansion directly targets both the domestic Indian agricultural sector and burgeoning export markets across Asia and Africa. The plant will manufacture a range of essential agrochemicals, including herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides. Key products slated for production include well-known brands such as "Topper," "Tilt," "Proclaim," "Missile," and "ACM 9."
Gujarat Advantage
Ankur Aggarwal, executive chairman and managing director of Crystal Crop Protection, highlighted Gujarat's suitability for such an ambitious project. "This new world class manufacturing facility at Jhagadia in Bharuch, Gujarat, significantly strengthens that commitment," Aggarwal stated. The company cited Gujarat's competitive operational costs, regulatory stability, and robust supply chain infrastructure as primary reasons for selecting the location. Proximity to major ports like Dahej, Hazira, and JNPT further enhances logistical advantages, capitalizing on Gujarat's status as a leading chemical manufacturing and export hub in India.