Partnerships Valent U.S.A. LLC strives to create new and sustainable innovations to meet grower needs and to help our planet thrive. To meet our aspirational goals in sustainability and innovation, Valent partnered with Halo in 2021 to employ their open innovation platform to reach and build new partnerships with like- minded scientists around the world. In 2023, we formed collaborations to explore green technologies for the precise control of next generation pesticides. Our partners include: The Ohio State University and Cornell University. These projects help advance our R&D which supports our commitment to agriculture, our SDG goals, and enhances growers’ ability to produce food for our thriving population. As part of Sumitomo Chemical, we also are evaluated by EcoVadis , a trusted global leader in business sustainability ratings. In 2023, Sumitomo Chemical earned a gold medal in EcoVadis' sustainability assessment for the fourth consecutive year, placing it in the top 5% of all evaluated companies. This prestigious recognition highlights the company's strong performance in key ESG areas, particularly in environment, ethics, and sustainable procurement. Sumitomo Chemical was specifically praised for its expanded efforts in sustainable procurement, supplier engagement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and commitment to human rights and environmental priorities across its supply chain.
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