Bayer eyes bigger role in China's agri-tech innovation, products

As China's agricultural sector undergoes a sweeping transformation embracing smarter, more digital and sustainable development, Bayer Crop Science is planting deeper roots in one of the world's most promising agri-tech markets.

"As a foreign company deeply rooted in China, Bayer Crop Science is dedicated to creating value for farmers, customers and our partners in China. We hope to continue working closely with the Chinese government to make more contributions to China's agricultural development with our products and technologies," said Malu Nachreiner, head of the Region Asia for the Crop Science Division of Bayer.

With an over 60-year presence in the Chinese market, Bayer Crop Science — one of the three divisions of the Germany-based life sciences enterprise Bayer — focuses on major crops such as rice, corn, wheat, fruits and vegetables. Currently, China is the second largest market for Bayer Crop Science in Asia, and Asia contributes around 10 percent to Bayer's global crop science business.