Valent BioSciences products

Accede Plant Growth Regulator contains ACC, a natural compound responsible for the biosynthesis of ethylene production in tree fruits. It is ideal for thinning peaches, nectarines, and apples, reducing the need for hand thinning labor and improving fruit quality. For peach and nectarine growers, it is the first-ever commercially available thinner based on a naturally occurring compound. For apple growers, it extends the thinning window beyond what is currently available, giving growers a new tool for late thinning.

BioNik is a 25% formulation of S-abscisic acid (S-ABA or ABA) tailored for hybrid seed corn production. ABA is one of the five classes of plant growth regulators naturally present in plants. It regulates numerous plant processes including dormancy, maturation, growth, and response to stress conditions. In hybrid seed corn, BioNik delays germination on male inbred lines, widening the pollen shed window and ultimately maximizing the “nicking zone,” improving synchronization of pollen shedding of male flowers and female silks. It also effectively increases the amount of pollen shed by the males. Maximizes the “nicking zone,” delaying germination on male inbred lines and widening the pollen shed window

MaxCel, also known as Cylex™ Plant Growth Regulator in some regions, is a formulation of the plant growth regulator 6-benzyladenine (6-BA), a potent fruit thinner used in apples and pears. 6-BA promotes cell division and fruit growth beyond the thinning effect without over-stressing the tree. Its state-of-the-art formulation includes a built-in surfactant that improves activity under a wide range of conditions. MaxCel helps to adjust crop load and ensure annual cropping while saving growers money.