Agrinova

What Agrinova does

Agrinova, C.A. (founded 2002) is a Venezuelan agricultural input distributor and technical service provider headquartered in Maracay with a branch office in Acarigua. The company's core function is the country-level distribution of third-party branded agricultural inputs — corn seed hybrids from NK Semillas (SYNKO, SYN750, LUCINO, NK102W), crop protection products from Syngenta, ADAMA, Valent, Agroser, and Beyond/Quick-Sol, biologicals from BioDelta (F1, Oryza, MP Multipropósito), and the NovaCare biosecurity disinfectant — combined with hands-on agronomic advisory. Agrinova does not manufacture proprietary chemistry or genetics; its technological capability centers on Seed Treatment Centers (70,000+ bags processed across corn, rice, sorghum, soy, mung bean), the 1st Rice Training Center at Finca La Esperanza in Calabozo, Guárico, and more recently NOVA, a 24/7 WhatsApp-based NLP virtual technical assistant, plus the Syngenta-originated CropWise digital agriculture platform.

The company operates a sales-led, direct-distribution go-to-market model: a team of specialized agronomists provides on-site technical recommendations, supported by a national network of authorized distributors, content marketing via a Spanish-language technical blog, social media presence across Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X, and LinkedIn, and participation in industry events including co-organization of the III Expo Congreso Nacional del Maíz 2026. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time sales of distributed agricultural inputs, with technical advisory and seed treatment services functioning as attachment offerings that support product adoption rather than standalone revenue lines. Agrinova is privately held with no institutional investors or parent company disclosed.

The primary customer segment is commercial Venezuelan agricultural producers cultivating corn, rice, sorghum, soy, and vegetables, with a secondary smallholder/conuquero segment served through the Proyecto Social SYNKO social initiative. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled via direct outreach, the NOVA virtual assistant, and the website contact form. The company faces structural concentration in a single, macroeconomically volatile country (Venezuela) and competes on the strength of its exclusive-brand portfolio, agronomic service layer, and two-decade operating history rather than on proprietary technology.

Name

Agrinova

Legal name

AGRINOVA, C.A.

Website

https://agrinova.com.ve

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Agrinova is a Venezuelan agricultural input distributor serving commercial producers with seeds, crop protection, biologicals, and digital services from global brands such as Syngenta, NK Semillas, and BioDelta, supported by on-site agronomic advisory, seed treatment centers, training programs, and a 24/7 WhatsApp-based virtual assistant.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Inputs Distribution

SIC

Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Agrochemical & Fertilizer Wholesale Distribution (AFABAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crop Protection Product Retail (Herbicides/Insecticides/Fungicides) (AFABAJAE), Biologicals Distribution & Field Application Services (AFABAEAN), Agronomy Advisory & Field Services (Retailer-Affiliated) (AFABAJAH), Seed & Trait Distribution (Dealer Networks) (AFABAJAD)

Keywords

• Agricultural inputs distribution
• Crop protection products
• Hybrid corn seeds
• Biological fertilizers
• Agronomic advisory services

Headquarters

HQ city

Maracay

HQ country

Venezuela

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Inputs Distribution: AGRINOVA generates revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of branded agricultural inputs including seeds (corn, rice, sorghum, soy), crop protection products (herbicides, fungicides, insecticides), and biological/organic products. The company also provides associated technical advisory services that support product sales.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Agrinova is the exclusive authorized distributor in Venezuela for branded agricultural inputs including corn hybrid seeds from NK Semillas (SYNKO, SYN750, LUCINO, NK102W), the Syngenta crop protection portfolio (herbicides, fungicides, insecticides), BioDelta biologicals and inoculants, Quick-Sol silicon fertilizer, NovaCare disinfectant, and EffiDrop 7 pH regulator coadjutant. The company complements product distribution with specialized agronomic advisory, Seed Treatment Center services, the 1st Rice Training Center, and a 24/7 NOVA virtual technical assistant via WhatsApp.

Product overview

Agrinova is an agricultural solutions company serving Venezuelan farmers with a comprehensive portfolio spanning multiple product categories and services. The core offering includes four corn seed hybrids from NK Semillas (NK SYNKO, NK SYN750, LUCINO, NK102W) for yellow and white maize; a complete crop protection lineup of herbicides (DUAL GOLD, GESAPRIM, HERBADOX, ELUMIS, FLEX), fungicides (AMISTARTOP, FunZeb, REVUS, RIDOMIL GOLD, SCORE, TASPA, TILT), and insecticides (FORTENZA DUO, RANSOM, TRIGARD, ACTARA, PROCLAIM, CURACRON, MATCH, ENGEO XT); biological and organic products including Quick-Sol silicon fertilizer (36% soluble silicon) and F1/ORYZA/MP inoculants from BioDelta; NOVACARE disinfectant (fifth-generation quaternary ammonium); EffiDrop 7 pH regulator coadjutant; and digital services including NOVA virtual technical assistant (24/7 WhatsApp-based) and CropWise digital agriculture platform from Syngenta. Services include technical assistance, agronomic advisory, professional seed treatment (70,000+ bags processed), and the 1er Centro de Entrenamiento de Arroz training center. Agrinova serves as exclusive Venezuelan distributor for Syngenta, NK Semillas, BioDelta, Beyond/BioTec Plus, NovaCare, Adama, Valent, and Agroser products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NK SYNKO - Híbrido de Maíz Amarillo Yellow corn hybrid from NK Semillas positioned as the only 'jojoto' (corn cob) hybrid that stays green and fresh longest, with sweeter grain. Intermediate cycle, harvest at 80 days green corn and 120-125 days to maturity; population 60,000 plants/ha; orange-yellow semi-crystalline grain, average 16 rows. Distributed to Venezuelan agricultural producers.
• NK SYN750 - Híbrido de Maíz Amarillo High-yielding yellow corn hybrid from NK Semillas with stay-green traits and strong yield performance; harvest at 130 days, maturity 110 days, 50% flowering at 53 days; 1000-seed weight 357.8g, average 18 rows, plant height 275cm, ear height 123cm. Distributed to Venezuelan agricultural producers.
• LUCINO - Híbrido de Maíz Blanco White corn hybrid from NK Semillas offering grain quality, adaptability and stability. Part of Agrinova's seed portfolio for Venezuelan agriculture.
• NK102W - Híbrido de Maíz Blanco White corn hybrid from NK Semillas focused on production, quality and high grain yield; harvest 140-145 days, maturity 114 days, 50% flowering 57 days; semi-dented grain, 1000-seed weight 332g, average 14-16 rows, shelling index 81%, plant height 261cm. Distributed to Venezuelan agricultural producers.
• DUAL GOLD Herbicide Pre-emergent herbicide with S-Metolacloro 96% for control of annual grass weeds and sedges in cotton, corn, peanuts, potato, tomato and onion. Up to 8 weeks of protection with effective grass and broadleaf weed control.
• GESAPRIM Herbicide Atrazina 90% herbicide for pre-emergent and early post-emergent control of grass and broadleaf weeds in corn, sorghum and sugarcane. Versatile residual action for weed management.
• HERBADOX Herbicide Selective, residual, systemic pre-emergent and early post-emergent herbicide with Pendimetalina 40% for annual grass and broadleaf weed control in corn. Inhibits cell division and elongation at growth points.
• ELUMIS Herbicide Post-emergent herbicide for early weed control in corn with Mesotrione 7.5% + Nicosulfuron 3%; OD formulation facilitates penetration through plant surface. Controls grasses, broadleaf weeds and suppresses sedges in a single application.
• FLEX Herbicide Post-emergent herbicide with Fomesafen 25% highly selective to beans and soybeans. Effective broadleaf weed control; absorbed through foliage and causes necrosis within 2-3 days of application.
• AMISTAR TOP Fungicide Fungicide combining Azoxystrobin 200g/L + Difenoconazole 125g/L (Strobirulin + Triazole). Inhibits mitochondrial respiration and ergosterol biosynthesis; controls Rhizoctonia solani, Erysiphe communis, Alternaria cucumerina and Helminthosporium oryzae. Suited for resistance management.
• FunZeb Fungicide Contact fungicide with Mancozeb 800g IA/kg (Ditiocarbamate). Broad-spectrum disease control for banana, plantain, vegetables, fruits, oilseeds, ornamentals and seed treatment. Creates a barrier on the plant surface preventing spore germination; controls sigatoka negra and amarilla, rust, blight, Fusarium, Botrytis and Pyricularia.
• REVUS 250 SC Fungicide Fungicide with Mandipropamid 250g/L (Mandelamide group) for control of Oomycete fungi including Phytophthora infestans in potato. Penetrates quickly into plant tissues, protected from rain; inhibits zoospore germination and mycelial development.
• RIDOMIL GOLD Fungicide Systemic and contact fungicide combining Metalaxyl-M 40g/kg + Mancozeb 640g/kg (Acilalanine + Ditiocarbamate). Transported upward within the plant, reaches young developing tissues; controls early and late blight.
• SCORE Fungicide Syngenta fungicide with Difenoconazole 500g/L (Triazole). Preventive and curative action; stops fungal development by interfering with cell membrane biosynthesis. Indicated for garlic, beet, carrot and strawberry crops.
• TASPA Fungicide Dual systemic fungicide with Propiconazol + Difenoconazole 250g/L; combines fast-acting and slow-moving ingredients. Controls Phyllacora maydis (asphalt spot), Sarocladium oryzae, Rhizoctonia solani, Helminthosporium oryzae and grain spot complex.
• TILT Fungicide Syngenta fungicide with Propiconazol (PPZ) 250g/L (Triazole). Preventive and curative action; stops diseases even after infection has begun inside plant tissues. Indicated for banana, plantain, peanut and coffee crops.
• FORTENZA DUO Insecticide Syngenta seed-treatment insecticide combining Cyantranilipole 240g/L + Thiamethoxam 240g/L (Diamide + Neonicotinoid). Systemic and translaminar; controls sucking and chewing insects for 14 days after sowing; effective until V5 stage. Indicated for corn, soybean and rice.
• RANSOM Insecticide Insecticide with Acetamiprid 207g/Kg (Neonicotinoid) in SP formulation. Systemic in leaves and roots with wide-spectrum action; controls leaf miner, whitefly, thrips and sogata in tomato, tobacco, melon, onion, sesame and watermelon.
• TRIGARD 75 WP Insecticide Growth regulator insecticide with Ciromazina 50g/Kg (Triazine). Prevents the larval-to-pupal molting phase change, effective against leaf miner flies (Liriomyza sp.) in horticultural crops. Acts on all larval stages and pupae without affecting beneficial fauna.
• ACTARA Insecticide Broad-spectrum insecticide with Thiamethoxam 250g IA/Kg (WG formulation). Rapid feeding and movement inhibition; systemic and contact action. Controls aphids, rice sogata, sugarcane candelilla and cotton boll weevil for cotton, sugarcane and pasture.
• PROCLAIM Insecticide Insecticide with Emamectin Benzoate 50g IA/Kg (Avermectins). Acts on lepidoptera larvae nervous system, paralyzes larvae causing immediate cessation of feeding with subsequent death. Indicated for tomato fruit borer, fall armyworm and diamondback moth in cabbage.
• CURACRON Insecticide Organophosphate insecticide with Profenofos 500g/L (EC). Contact and ingestion action with translaminar effect; controls mites and a wide range of insects including armyworm, fleabeetle, thrips, aphid, stink bug, cotton bollworm and red spider. Rapid knockdown effect.
• MATCH Insecticide Syngenta insecticide with Lufenuron 50g/L (Benzoilureas). Chitin-synthesis inhibitor interrupting molting in lepidoptera larvae; fastest chitin inhibitor and safe for crops and beneficial fauna. Controls tobacco budworm, cotton leafworm, tomato fruit borer and potato tuber moth.
• Engeo XT Insecticide Syngenta insecticide distributed exclusively by Agrinova in Venezuela. Combines Tiametoxam (systemic) and Lambdacialotrina (contact) for dual-action pest control. Controls chinch bug (Oebalus ypsilon-griseus), sogata (Tagosodes orizicolus), grasshopper (Trigonotylus tenuis) and rice bride (Rupela albinella). Available in 250 mL and 1 L presentations; recommended dose 150 ml/ha.
• NOVACARE Disinfectant Fifth-generation quaternary ammonium disinfectant and coadjutant. Broad-spectrum action against bacteria, viruses and fungi. Used in footbaths (1000ppm minimum), vehicle wheel washes, and tool/equipment disinfection. Validated by Universidad Central de Venezuela for inhibition of Fusarium R4T in musaceae.
• Quick-Sol Silicon Fertilizer Organic biodegradable fertilizer based on water-soluble silicon (36% concentration) with organic acids and micronutrients. 100% water-soluble, strengthens plant cell walls, promotes defense mechanisms against biotic and abiotic stress, reduces transpiration by 30%, prevents xylem cavitation during drought and provides thermal protection.
• F1 Inoculant Biological seed inoculant from BioDelta promoting plant growth in stems, leaves, roots and fruits; biological nitrogen fixation (50kg/ha), phosphorus and potassium solubilization, induced systemic response, stress reduction, soil quality improvement and disease suppression. Prolonged release during 120 days of crop cycle.
• ORYZA Rice Seed Treatment Biological seed treatment for rice from BioDelta that stimulates initial growth, improves germination and seedling emergence, strengthens plants and soil with beneficial microorganisms, and improves nutrient availability and soil health for better root development.
• MP Multipropósito Biofertilizer BioDelta multipurpose biofertilizer and biostimulant. Solubilizes phosphorus and potassium minerals and makes iron soluble for plants, reflecting in crop development and growth. Used for stress tolerance, nutrient absorption optimization and recovery from extreme thermal events.
• EffiDrop 7 pH regulator and color-visualization coadjutant for foliar solutions. Features a color-changing pH indicator that shows optimal pH visually without expensive meters, surfactant properties for better coverage and leaf penetration, and adherent/wetting properties. Compatible with most crop protection products. Liquid concentrate (LC) formula without impurities.
• CropWise de Syngenta Digital Agriculture Platform Digital agriculture platform from Syngenta distributed by Agrinova in Venezuela. Enables real-time field monitoring, data visualization and analysis, crop development management at each stage, scalable digital adoption levels for any producer type, with specialized technical accompaniment for interpretation.
• NOVA - Asistente Técnico Virtual Virtual technical assistant available 24/7 via WhatsApp. Provides product consultations, technical recommendations, crop problem resolution, catalog information, and connects users to human advisors. Powered by Agrinova's knowledge base and natural language processing.
• Seed Treatment Centers Service Professional seed treatment service combining biological and chemical products applied to seeds for crop protection from the start. Agrinova's Seed Treatment Centers have processed over 70,000 bags across corn, rice, sorghum, soybean and mung bean, available to Venezuelan agricultural producers.
• 1er Centro de Entrenamiento de Arroz Agrinova (Rice Training Center) Agrinova's first Rice Training Center located at 'Finca La Esperanza Parcela 199' in Calabozo, Guárico state. Provides practical experimentation and learning environment demonstrating latest agronomic innovations including Quick-Sol effects, MP Multipurpose biofertilizer, seed treatment, disease control, foliar nutrition, hormones, bacteriosis management and pest control. Available to rice producers, technicians and industry experts in Venezuela.
• Technical Assistance Services (Agronomic Advisory) Specialized technical assistance and agronomic advisory services delivered by Agrinova's team of expert agronomists. Includes personalized technical advice, problem diagnosis and tailored solutions, continuous training and access to latest sector innovations. Services available at the two Agrinova offices (Maracay and Acarigua) and via the NOVA virtual assistant.

Quantifiable outcome

• Seed Treatment Centers exceeded 70,000 bags processed (maize, rice, sorghum, soy, mung bean), reflecting operational scale and farmer trust.
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SyngentacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA is an authorized exclusive distributor of Syngenta products in Venezuela, including Fortenza Duo (seed treatment insecticide), Engeo XT (insecticide), Amistar Top (fungicide), Score (fungicide), and CropWise digital agriculture platform. Syngenta's global brand strength and product portfolio are central to AGRINOVA's offering.
• NK SemillascoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA is an authorized exclusive distributor of NK Semillas corn seed hybrids in Venezuela, including SYNKO (yellow maize for fresh consumption/jojoto), SYN750 (yellow maize for grain), LUCINO (white maize), and NK102W (white maize). These hybrids are featured in the company's seed portfolio and social projects.
• BioDelta, C.A.coreTechnology or IntegrationBioDelta is a Venezuelan biotechnology company and key ally of AGRINOVA, providing biological products including F1 inoculant (nitrogen-fixing, growth-promoting microorganism consortium), Oriza (rice seed inoculant), and MP Multipurpose (biofertilizer/biostimulant). BioDelta's products are central to AGRINOVA's biological and sustainable agriculture portfolio. The companies co-host the 1st Rice Training Center.
• Beyond / Diverse Enterprises Ltd. (Quick-Sol)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA distributes Quick-Sol, a silicon-based fertilizer and biostimulant from Diverse Enterprises Ltd. (Beyond brand), in Venezuela. Quick-Sol contains 36% soluble silicon and is used for drought stress protection, thermal protection, and strengthening plant cell walls. It is a key product in AGRINOVA's climate resilience solutions.
• ADAMAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA distributes ADAMA products in Venezuela, including Herbadox (pendimethalin herbicide) for corn weed control. ADAMA is a global crop protection company whose products complement AGRINOVA's herbicide portfolio.
• ValentminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA distributes Valent Corporation products in Venezuela, a leading crop protection company. The specific products distributed were not detailed in the source material.
• NovaCareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGRINOVA distributes NovaCare, a fifth-generation quaternary ammonium-based disinfectant and adjuvant product used for biosecurity in agricultural operations (footbaths, vehicle wheel dips, tool disinfection). Validated by Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) for inhibition of Fusarium R4T in musáceas.
• Agroser (FunZeb distributor)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAgroser is the distributor of the FunZeb fungicide (mancozeb) in Venezuela. AGRINOVA features this product in its fungicide portfolio alongside Agroser branding on the product page.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Agrofy: Argentine-headquartered digital marketplace for agricultural inputs, machinery, and services across Latin America. Comparable to AGRINOVA as a competing go-to-market for crop inputs in South America, with a digital-first model that could pressure traditional in-country distributors.
• Indigo Ag: US-based agricultural technology company offering biological inputs, digital agronomy, and sustainability-linked crop marketing. Comparable to AGRINOVA's BioDelta biological portfolio and CropWise/NOVA digital advisory, representing the technology-enabled distribution model the Venezuelan market may evolve toward.

Broad incumbents

• Syngenta: Global crop protection and seeds manufacturer (now part of Sinochem) whose Venezuelan portfolio AGRINOVA distributes. Comparable as the upstream principal and global category leader whose product set defines the in-country market AGRINOVA addresses.
• FMC Corporation: Global crop protection manufacturer with a strong Latin American footprint in insecticides and herbicides. Comparable to AGRINOVA as a global agrochemical incumbent whose products and channel models shape the competitive environment for in-country distributors.
• Nutrien Ag Solutions: World's largest agricultural retailer providing inputs, services, and digital agronomy across the Americas, including Latin America. Comparable to AGRINOVA as a full-service agricultural inputs retailer that combines proprietary products, third-party brands, and agronomic advisory.
• UPL Limited: Global crop protection and seeds company with a significant presence across Latin America offering a broad portfolio of post-patent and proprietary chemistries. Comparable to AGRINOVA as a global agrochemical manufacturer and as a principal that could award or revoke regional distribution rights.
• ADAMA: Global post-patent crop protection manufacturer whose products (e.g., Herbadox) AGRINOVA distributes in Venezuela. Comparable as a key supplier-principal and as a global benchmark for off-patent agrochemical pricing and portfolio breadth.
• Corteva Agriscience: Global seeds and crop protection major with a Latin American presence across corn hybrids, herbicides, and insecticides. Comparable to AGRINOVA's seed and crop protection portfolio and as a competing channel partner for principals in the region.

Regional players

• Agripac: Ecuadorian agricultural inputs distributor and formulator offering crop protection, fertilizers, and seeds to Andean-region farmers. Comparable to AGRINOVA as a Latin American in-country distributor with a similar mix of imported global brands and local technical advisory.

Direct peers

• Agropatria: Venezuelan state-owned agricultural inputs and services company that distributes seeds, crop protection, and agronomic supplies to producers across the country. Directly comparable to AGRINOVA as a domestic Venezuelan ag-inputs distributor with overlapping product categories and customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/agrinova
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@agrinova_ca
• Facebookfacebook.com/Agrinova ca
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/agrinovaca
• Instagraminstagram.com/agrinovaca

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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