CARY, NC (November 15, 2018) – Atticus expands their herbicide portfolio with Tetris™ SG, a selective herbicide for the Specialty crop market.
Tetris SG (Comparable to Matrix® and Resolve®) uses active ingredient rimsulfuron to protect valuable crops including almonds, citrus, grapes, tree nuts, and more. This selective herbicide rapidly inhibits the growth of susceptible weeds including resistant fleabane, marestail, kochia and quackgrass. Tetris SG works on contact and can be used for immediate control and early postemergence protection.
CARY, NC (September 17, 2018) –Atticus introduces Empero™ Q-Pak, a selective herbicide for postemergence control of nutsedges in landscapes, established lawns, and turfgrass.
Empero Q-Pak (Comparable to SedgeHammer®) uses active ingredient halosulfuron-methyl, to control weeds, sedges, and certain broadleaf weeds in both commercial and residential turf areas. It comes in a convenient pre-measured pack with a rapidly dissolving formulation for use in a backpack sprayer. Unlike other products, Empero Q-Pak targets sedges underground, not just on foliage. This product is as versatile as it is easy to apply; it maintains commercial and residential turfgrass as well as other non-crop sites including airports, campgrounds, cemeteries, golf courses, sports fields, and more.
CARY, NC (September 10, 2018) – Atticus introduces ReCon™ 4 F, a fungicide that attacks soil-borne diseases and offers outstanding preventative protection against oomycete diseases.
ReCon 4 F (similar to Ridomil®) uses active ingredient metalaxyl, to protect Apples, Carrots, Citrus, Sod, and other crops from oomycete diseases such as Basal Stem Rot, Brown Rot, Citrus Foot Rot, Downy Mildew, and Fruit Rot. The systemic movement of ReCon 4 F seeks out and eliminates oomycete diseases before they compromise roots, stems, leaves, or fruit. With its rapid uptake and translocation, ReCon 4 F gives plants the root to leaf protection they need to grow stronger and healthier so that they can achieve their full-yield potential.
CARY, NC (September 4, 2018) – Atticus introduces Inspirato™ 2 F, an insect growth regulator that targets lepidopteran insects in the specialty crop market.
Inspirato 2 F (comparable to Intrepid® 2F) protects almonds, apples, grapes, citrus, and other crops from the detriment of lepidopteran (moths, butterflies) insects and feeding damage. The active ingredient, methoxyfenozide, a diacylhydrazine class of insecticide, uses a unique mode of action to target insects by mimicking the action of the molting hormone in larvae, causing a lethal premature molt. Inspirato 2 F is an excellent tank mix partner and is rainfast as soon as the product dries. Plus, its selective nature allows growers to target harmful pests, while remaining gentle on beneficial insects, mites, and pollinators.
CARY, NC (August 15, 2018) –Atticus is pleased to welcome six new members to Atticus’ growing team of talent. These new team members will support key operations and new business initiatives through another phase of growth at Atticus.
Kelvin Jordan joins Atticus as Vice President, Strategic Accounts after serving at Adama as National Accounts Leader. Kelvin’s combined distribution and post-patent experience will quickly integrate with existing Atticus culture while bringing more commercial insight inside the walls of the Cary, NC office.
Rob Schwehr will take the lead in marketing initiatives as Vice President of Marketing & Development. Rob joins Atticus from Nufarm where he lead Strategic Marketing & Business Development. Rob’s dedicated marketing focus will deepen Atticus understanding of molecules and introduce even more discipline to Atticus product development and go-to-market initiatives.
John Goggans Jr. and Wayne Lohman join the commercial team through Atticus’ Tacoma Ag acquisition. John’s balanced background in supply chain and commercial strategy complements his customer-centric approach to expanding sales as Manager, Key Accounts. Wayne will serve as Manager, Third Party Sales, bringing years of crop protection knowledge and proven diligence to the team.
To continue commitment to Operational Excellence throughout the supply chain, Brian Pike joins the team as Director, Operations, strengthening Atticus’ core team of top-tier leadership. Furthermore, Shanna Waddleton joins the finance team as Assistant Controller, to offer more financial discipline and visibility.
The addition of new talent combined with the existing Atticus team further strengthens Atticus’ capabilities to meet market demands and focus on becoming the generic supplier that best serves its customers. For additional information on reporting structure, background, and contact information on the extended Atticus team, please visit the Atticus Team Directory.
CARY, NC (July 26, 2018) –Atticus adds three new Total Release products to its insecticide portfolio, further expanding its commitment to meeting the needs of greenhouse growers.
Piston™ TR (comparable to Pylon® TR) uses active ingredient Chlorfenapyr, to target mites, thrips and loopers by interfering with energy production in the mitochondria. Eschaton™ TR (comparable to Beethoven® TR) contains Etoxazole, protecting delicate ornamentals, flowering hanging baskets, and other non-food commercial greenhouse crops. Ascertain™ TR (comparable to Attain® TR) contains Bifenthrin, an active ingredient proven to control aphids, armyworms, caterpillars, gnats, whiteflies, and other resistant prone pests. Total Release technology has become increasingly prevalent for greenhouse growers needing a convenient, labor saving application strategy. No spray equipment is required, as air circulates throughout greenhouses, one Total Release fogger treats up to 3,000 sq feet, providing optimal plant coverage and easy application for greenhouse growers. Piston™ TR, Eschaton™ TR, and Ascertain™ TR meet the Total Release demand with a complete rotational portfolio.
CARY, NC (July 16, 2018) – Atticus announces the rollout of a full suite of pyriproxyfen branded insect growth regulators to meet the specialized needs of its specialty crop and professional market customers.
Pyriproxyfen mimics a natural hormone that disrupts the growth and development of young insects and insect eggs, creating a very effective way for growers to protect their crops from invasive species. The Atticus suite includes six products, each formulated and packaged to meet specific needs and regions. Reemit 0.86 EC (comparable to Esteem® 0.86 EC) is formulated for California’s specialty market/citrus while Reemit 35 WSB (comparable to Esteem® 35 WSB) protects stone fruits, strawberries, apples and citrus. Cusack 0.86 EC (comparable to Knack®) offers control on cotton crops in the Southeast region. Braize 35 WSB (comparable to Seize®) protects tree nut, stone fruit and pome fruit crops while Defiance 0.86 EC (comparable to Distance®) is formulated for ornamentals, ground cover and non-bearing fruit trees. Reemit 0.5 G Fire Ant Bait (comparable to Esteem® Ant Bait) offers robust control of fire ants and rounds out Atticus’ pyriproxyfen portfolio. The product chart below offers additional details.
Pyriproxyfen has been proven to effectively combat insect infestations without harming beneficial insects.
CARY, NC (June 27, 2018) – Continuing its commitment to provide distributors and growers with an ever-expanding portfolio of generic-branded pesticides, Atticus, LLC is pleased to announce that it has acquired Tacoma Ag, LLC.
This strategic acquisition complements and expands Atticus’ product offerings, particularly in the herbicide category, and further positions the company as a well-balanced supplier that is equipped to serve a full spectrum of customers. The acquisition also reinforces Atticus’ commitment to exceed customer expectations by strengthening the company’s scale and scope in an industry that is increasingly challenged by sourcing, supply chain and regulatory dynamics.
Canady says Howard will assume an active role in the go-forward company while Wilson will continue to participate in a part-time advisory capacity. Atticus plans to fully integrate all Tacoma Ag registrations and be prepared to offer a consolidated Atticus-branded portfolio beginning in the fall of this year.
CARY, NC (June 5, 2018) – Atticus announces the addition of two new etoxazole based miticides to market, Zara™ WSB and Eschaton™ 5 WDG, to meet the rotational needs of its customers.
Zara WSB (comparable to Zeal® Miticide) is approved for a wide range of crops in the specialty markets, including almonds, grapes and walnuts, providing growers with immediate and long-lasting control of crop-damaging mites. Eschaton 5 WDG (comparable to TetraSan® 5 WDG) is the first etoxazole-based generic in the professional market, protecting delicate ornamental plants with reliable translaminar activity and extended residual control. Both products Zara WSB and Eschaton 5 WDG also feature Atticus’ signature simplified, straightforward pricing.
Zara WSB and Eschaton 5 WDG add to an already robust portfolio of Atticus-branded miticides that afford growers better rotational options for resistance management. To learn more about Atticus’ complete portfolio of miticide products visit www.atticusllc.com.
CARY, NC (April 16, 2018) – Atticus announces the addition of three insecticides and two herbicides to its high-quality branded-generic corn and soybean portfolio, furthering its commitment to provide distributors and growers with relevant branded-generic fungicides, herbicides and insecticides for the U.S. row crop markets.
Atticus expands its insecticide lineup with the newly launched Serpent™ 1 EC (comparable to Karate®), a fast-acting lambda-cyhalothrin option for broad-spectrum insect control. Ruger™ 1 EC (comparable to Onager®) delivers 1 lb hexythiazox for full lifecycle control of spider mites and Decimite™(comparable to Comite® II) propargite solution quickly targets yield-robbing corn mites.
Joining the previously launched Cavallo™ 4 SC, a proven, reliable mesotrione-based selective herbicide, Atticus adds Stigmata™, a selective post-emergent herbicide that delivers excellent season-long control of the annual and perennial broadleaf weeds and woody brush that can infest crops including barley. Promote™ (comparable to Permit®), containing halosulfuron-methyl, has also been added and offers proven control of nutsedge and other broadleaf weeds without the damaging effects commonly left behind by other herbicides.