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Atlas Fertilizer Corporation’s Product Development Group focuses on innovation and technology to provide crop-specific and soil-specific fertilization solutions, collaborating with research institutions and aiming to support Filipino farmers in achieving food security.

The Philippines experienced a positive outlook in agriculture in 2018, with gains expected in crops like palay, corn, sugarcane, and bananas, although challenges such as low farmgate prices and infrastructure deficiencies persisted.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation celebrated its 60th anniversary with a three-day event, highlighting the theme of “Partnerships, Like Diamonds Are Forever,” including employee recognition, a children’s party, a sponsored concert, and a golf tournament.

In October 2018, Atlas Fertilizer Corporation participated in the International Fertilizer Association (IFA) Crossroads Asia-Pacific Conference in Singapore, where AFC President & CEO Takashi Sumi discussed the Philippine fertilizer industry’s progress and the importance of private sector partnerships for industry development.

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Takashi Sumi, the President & CEO of Atlas Fertilizer Corporation, was elected to the Board of Directors of the International Fertilizer Association (IFA) in June 2018, representing the Philippines and Southeast Asia and contributing to the organization’s mission of promoting responsible plant nutrient use worldwide.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation participated in the 13th Philippine National Corn Congress (PNCC) in November 2017, showcasing non-traditional grades of fertilizers and introducing a computer application for crop management recommendations.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation participated in the Philippine Coconut Authority’s 31st National Coconut Week and 4th International Festival in August 2017, showcasing their Coco Gro fertilizer for coconuts and providing information on non-traditional grade fertilizers for crops.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation participated in the KakaoKonek 2016 Asia Pacific Cocoa Conference alongside other exhibitors, including Kennemer Foods International Inc., Universal Harvester, Inc., and Farmtech & Yara Fertilizers Phils., Inc., while also hosting a booth at the event.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation participated in the Philippine Coconut Authority’s 30th National Coconut Week and 3rd International Festival, showcasing their manufactured fertilizer Coco Gro (14-5-20-0.02B) designed for coconut farming while highlighting coconut’s versatility and the latest processing technologies and innovations in the industry.

Atlas Fertilizer Corporation, a subsidiary of Sojitz Corporation, with almost 60 years of history in the Philippines, is dedicated to improving the agricultural sector in the country by leveraging its expertise and technology to assist local farming communities in enhancing crop yields through proper fertilization and agricultural technology.