helm agro us

What helm agro us does

HELM Agro US, Inc. is a Tampa, Florida-based crop inputs company founded in 2003 as the U.S. subsidiary of HELM AG, a German multi-billion-dollar family-owned chemical marketing enterprise that traces its history to 1900 and operates 100+ subsidiaries across more than 30 countries. The company develops and distributes three integrated product categories for American agricultural producers: Crop Protection (herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides including Reviton, Gamma, Katagon, Argos, Helmet Maxx, Helmquat 3SL, Ro-Neet, Verdure-X, Zone Defense, Helmstar Plus SC, and Kendo 22.8 CS), the Plant Advantage biologicals platform (soil health products such as Contour and Soil-Set, crop development products such as aCalsa SC, Crop-Set, Grain-Set, Natures Basics 2x, Sycon, UpLink, and Liqui-Plex, and crop defense products such as Agro-Mos and Galvanize Contact), and Crop Nutrition (primary nutrients including Ammonium, Ammonium Sulfate, DAP, MAP, MOP, TSP, and UAN, plus secondary nutrients SUL4R-PLUS, Sulfur, and BioLift).

Technology is anchored by exclusive U.S. access to the Tergeo PPO-inhibitor molecule (discovered by Farm Hannong, registered by ISK Biosciences Corporation) used in Reviton and Gamma herbicides, plus proprietary biological fermentation extracts and nutrigenomics-based formulations (notably Agro-Mos) within the Plant Advantage platform. The Plant Advantage framework is positioned to bridge synthetic crop protection chemistry with biological solutions across Soil Health, Crop Development, and Crop Defense use cases. Distribution runs through agricultural retailers and dealers nationwide, supported by regional sales representatives and crop consultants, with direct engagement via the 'Find Your Rep' portal; education and technical support are delivered through the in-person HELM Masterclass and a digital learning center.

The business model is B2B one-time product sale through distributor/dealer channels; pricing is opaque and negotiated locally. Customers span row crop growers (corn, soybeans, cotton, wheat) as the primary segment, with secondary exposure to peanut, specialty crop, and grape producers. The company is privately held under HELM AG family ownership with no external funding rounds disclosed, and is led by President Dave Schumacher.

Name

helm agro us

Legal name

HELM Agro US, Inc.

Website

https://discoverhelm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Short description

HELM Agro US is a Tampa-based subsidiary of German family-owned HELM AG that develops and distributes crop protection herbicides, Plant Advantage biologicals, and crop nutrition products to U.S. agricultural producers through retailers and regional sales representatives.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Crop Protection & Nutrition

NAICS

Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (32532), Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (3253)

SIC

Agricultural Chemicals (2870)

akta.pro primary industry

Agrochemical & Fertilizer Wholesale Distribution (AFABAJAC)

Keywords

• Crop protection products
• Agricultural herbicides
• Crop nutrition solutions
• Biological crop inputs
• Fertilizer products

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Crop Protection Products: Sale of herbicides (Reviton, Gamma, Katagon, Argos, Helmet Maxx, Helmquat 3SL, Ro-Neet, Verdure-X, Zone Defense), fungicides (Helmstar Plus SC), and insecticides (Kendo 22.8 CS) to agricultural growers through distributors and retailers.
2. Plant Advantage Products: Sale of biological and biological-based products including soil health solutions (Contour, Soil-Set), crop development products (aCalsa SC, Crop-Set, Grain-Set, Natures Basics 2x, Sycon, UpLink, Liqui-Plex), and crop defense products (Agro-Mos, Galvanize Contact).
3. Crop Nutrition Products: Sale of primary nutrients (Ammonium, Ammonium Sulfate, DAP, MAP, MOP, TSP, UAN), secondary nutrients (SUL4R-PLUS, Sulfur), and BioLift to agricultural operations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

HELM Agro US develops, markets, and distributes a portfolio of crop protection products (herbicides, fungicides, insecticides), Plant Advantage biological and bio-stimulant products (soil health, crop development, crop defense), and crop nutrition/fertilizer products (primary and secondary nutrients). The products are sold through agricultural retailers, distributors, and a network of regional sales representatives to commercial growers across the United States.

Product overview

HELM Agro US offers a comprehensive portfolio of crop protection, Plant Advantage, and crop nutrition products organized in three main categories. Crop Protection includes herbicides (Argos, Gamma, Helmet Maxx, Helmquat 3SL, Katagon, Reviton, Ro-Neet, Verdure-X, Zone Defense), fungicides (Helmstar Plus SC), and insecticides (Kendo 22.8 CS). Plant Advantage encompasses soil health products (Soil-Set, Contour), crop development products (aCalsa SC, Crop-Set, Grain-Set, Natures Basics 2x, Sycon, UpLink, Liqui-Plex, Liqui-Plex Bonder), and crop defense products (Agro-Mos, Galvanize Contact, Sycon). Crop Nutrition includes primary nutrients (Ammonium, Ammonium Sulfate, DAP, MAP, MOP, TSP, UAN) and secondary nutrients (SUL4R-PLUS, Sulfur, BioLift). The company also provides educational programs through HELM Masterclass. Products feature innovative chemistries including new active ingredients like Tergeo, and biological solutions bridging traditional and biological crop inputs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Reviton Herbicide Non-selective PPO-inhibitor herbicide for preplant burndown and desiccation in field corn, cotton, soybeans, and wheat. Controls over 50 broadleaf and grass weeds including ALS, triazine and glyphosate-resistant species. Fast-acting within 24 hours, ultra-low use rate (1-3 fl oz/A) with tank mix compatibility. For row crop growers.
• Gamma Herbicide Non-selective PPO-inhibitor herbicide with novel active ingredient Tergeo for directed postemergence applications in grapes. Controls 50+ broadleaf and grass weeds including resistant species. Group 14 herbicide formulated as water-dispersible granule, fast-acting within 24 hours. For grape growers.
• Katagon Herbicide Next-generation HPPD premix herbicide for postemergence use in field corn. Co-formulation of tolpyralate and nicosulfuron offering two modes of action (Group 27 and Group 2). Use rate 2.3-3.4 fluid ounces per acre. Controls broadleaf weeds and provides enhanced grass control when combined with atrazine. For corn growers.
• Argos Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection against weeds.
• Helmet Maxx Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection.
• Helmquat 3SL Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection.
• Ro-Neet Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection.
• Verdure-X Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection.
• Zone Defense Herbicide Herbicide product for crop protection.
• Helmstar Plus SC Fungicide Fungicide product for crop protection against diseases.
• Kendo 22.8 CS Insecticide Insecticide product for crop protection against insects.
• Contour (Plant Advantage - Soil Health) Proprietary blend of biological fermentation extracts that feed native microbes to rapidly break down crop residue and release nutrients. Built for row crops (corn, soybeans, cotton, small grains). Improves water infiltration, soil structure, and nutrient cycling.
• Soil-Set (Plant Advantage - Soil Health) Combines bacterial fermentation extracts with yucca and essential micronutrients (zinc, copper, manganese) to enrich soil characteristics and feed microbial activity. OMRI-listed for organic crop production. Designed for specialty crops including fruits, nuts, leafy greens, root crops and crucifers.
• aCalsa SC (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Calcium phosphite and bio-stimulant combination specifically designed for peanut production. Enhances metabolic responses, improves nitrogen use efficiency, and drives amino acid synthesis for improved pod quality and higher yields.
• Crop-Set (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Crop development product under Plant Advantage portfolio.
• Grain-Set (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Crop development product under Plant Advantage portfolio.
• Natures Basics 2x (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Crop development product under Plant Advantage portfolio.
• Sycon (Plant Advantage - Crop Development/Crop Defense) Nutrient-based metabolite product. Advanced biological solution focusing on microbial and biostimulant products to enhance soil health and crop resilience.
• UpLink (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Crop development technology that supports soil management and nutrient assimilation, paving the way for stronger roots, bigger leaves, and optimized crop yields.
• Liqui-Plex (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Crop development product under Plant Advantage portfolio for enhanced nutrient uptake and plant growth.
• Liqui-Plex Bonder (Plant Advantage - Crop Development) Adjuvant/bonder product under Plant Advantage portfolio.
• Agro-Mos (Plant Advantage - Crop Defense) Biologically based crop defense technology developed from decades of nutrigenomics and fermentation research. Liquid solution comprised of yeast cell wall, bacterial fermentation extract and copper sulfate. Activates plant defense genes and biochemical pathways. OMRI-listed for organic use, no re-entry or pre-harvest interval. Use rate 16-24 fl oz/A.
• Galvanize Contact (Plant Advantage - Crop Defense) Crop defense product under Plant Advantage portfolio.
• Ammonium (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing ammonium nitrogen.
• Ammonium Sulfate (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing nitrogen and sulfur.
• Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing nitrogen and phosphorus.
• Mono Ammonium Phosphate (MAP) (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing nitrogen and phosphorus.
• Muriate of Potash (MOP) (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing potassium.
• Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing phosphorus.
• Urea Ammonium Nitrate Solution (UAN) (Crop Nutrition) Primary crop nutrition product providing liquid nitrogen.
• SUL4R-PLUS (Crop Nutrition) Sulfur-based fertilizer designed to optimize nutrient uptake and enhance crop performance. Supports effective nutrient management and contributes to soil health and sustainability.
• Sulfur (Crop Nutrition) Secondary crop nutrition product providing sulfur.
• BioLift (Crop Nutrition) Crop nutrition product under the secondary nutrients category.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 45 bu/A yield increase in corn with Agro-Mos (Michigan trial)
• +4 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bi-PA (Biological Products for Agriculture) NVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 December 2022Strategic partnership enabling HELM to access alternative crop production products in selected regions. The partnership underscores both companies' commitments towards sustainable agriculture through biological solutions.
• Unium Bioscience LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 June 2022Strategic partnership allowing HELM to access alternative crop production products in selected regions. Unium's advanced technologies in microbial and biostimulant products enhance soil health and crop resilience, integrating with HELM's portfolio.
• Alltech Crop SciencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to bridge the gap between traditional and biological crop input solutions. The collaboration applies a systems approach to support sustainable practices, combining Alltech's nutrigenomics-driven crop science innovations with HELM's distribution and technical support capabilities.
• SUL4R-PLUScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership emphasizing effective nutrient management through unique sulfur-based fertilizers designed to optimize nutrient uptake and enhance crop performance, contributing to soil health and sustainability.
• ISK Biosciences CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution collaboration for Reviton herbicide (Tergeo molecule) and Gamma herbicide for the U.S. crop protection market. ISK Biosciences Corporation, a subsidiary of Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd., developed and registered the Tergeo molecule for U.S. use.
• ISK Biosciences CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution collaboration for Katagon herbicide. Katagon was developed by Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd., and HELM Agro US agreed to distribute the product for the U.S. crop protection market.
• Farm HannongcoreTechnology or IntegrationKorean agrochemical company that discovered the Tergeo molecule. Tergeo is a new PPO-inhibitor molecule that serves as the active ingredient in Reviton and Gamma herbicides.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Nichino America: Nichino America is a US subsidiary of Nihon Nohyaku distributing specialty crop protection products including herbicides and insecticides to US growers. Comparable as a mid-tier, partnership-driven crop protection distributor targeting niche and row-crop segments.
• AMVAC Chemical Corporation: AMVAC is a US-focused crop protection company marketing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides through agricultural retailers. Directly comparable to HELM Agro US in distribution model, customer base (US row-crop growers), and product portfolio breadth.
• Summit Agro USA: Summit Agro USA is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation marketing crop protection and specialty fertilizer products in the United States. Comparable to HELM Agro US as a subsidiary-led US crop input distributor with a parent-backed product portfolio.
• Albaugh: Albaugh is a US-based global crop protection company offering herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides through agricultural retailers. Comparable to HELM Agro US in target customer, distribution model, and broad-spectrum crop protection portfolio.
• Sipcam Agro Solutions: Sipcam Agro supplies herbicides, fungicides, and plant nutrition products to US agriculture through retailers. Directly comparable to HELM Agro US in offering a broad crop input portfolio across crop protection and nutrition in the US market.

Broad incumbents

• UPL Limited: UPL is a global crop protection and seed company with significant US presence through OpenAg. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping crop protection chemistries and biological solutions in the same US market.
• Corteva Agriscience: Corteva is a global seed and crop protection major with a large US footprint in herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing against HELM Agro US for shelf space and grower mind share across row-crop markets.
• FMC Corporation: FMC Corporation is a large US-listed crop protection company with broad herbicide, insecticide, and fungicide portfolios. Comparable as a broader incumbent operating in the same US crop protection market with overlapping herbicide and insecticide lines.
• Nufarm Americas: Nufarm is a global crop protection company with established US operations across herbicides and seed treatments. Comparable as a broader incumbent competing in the same US row-crop and specialty crop protection segments.

Others

• WinField United (Land O'Lakes): WinField United is the crop input retail arm of Land O'Lakes, distributing crop protection, fertilizer, and seed products through a US cooperative retail network. Comparable as a downstream channel partner that HELM Agro US relies on for retailer distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HELMCropUS
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCPPJISL0HEBDNt2XoRXnDbQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/HELMCropSolutionsUS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/helm-agro-us-inc-

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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