For over a century, agriculture has benefited from advancements in input technologies such as synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and precision irrigation systems, which have helped farmers achieve impressive productivity on limited land. As the industry looks forward, we believe one of its greatest challenges is to further increase yields without compromising long-term environmental health.
We are excited to welcome Exacto to our portfolio as a pioneer in sustainable agriculture. Exacto’s proprietary enabling formulations and input delivery technologies optimize resource efficiency, balancing productivity with environmental responsibility. Our view is that partnering with companies like Exacto can help address the challenges currently facing chemical inputs while driving economic and environmental improvements in agriculture.
Synthetic inputs make up the majority of options available to growers in the agricultural input market today. While still nascent, nature-based inputs are evolving, aiming to reach efficacy, consistency, and cost parity with traditional options. We believe Exacto’s approach of improving the efficiency of chemical inputs as well as the performance and consistency of biologicals can help bridge the gap between synthetic and biological use to maximize input effectiveness and minimize environmental impact.
Promoting Sustainable Agriculture through IP and Innovation
Founded in 1981, Exacto has over forty years of experience working with the agricultural industry to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions for farmers’ crop protection needs all season long. Today, Exacto has become an enabling system for crop health and crop protection offerings across all segments, including biologicals, fertilizers, seed treatments, and soil enhancement solutions.
Exacto’s enabling formulations increase the efficiency of agricultural inputs, allowing for a reduction in the amount of pesticide needed to achieve effective pest control or the amount of herbicide needed to control weeds. By increasing the efficiency of the underlying input, the impact of Exacto’s enabling formulations can have a ripple effect – leading to fewer field sprays, less tractor passes and chemical drift, and reduced emissions from the production of inputs.
Beyond crop protection, Exacto’s solutions play a crucial role in conserving water, a critical and increasingly limited resource to farmers. To optimize on-farm water use, Exacto develops products that improve soil moisture management by helping water penetrate the soil and promoting uniform moisture distribution.
With strong partnerships across ag retailers and distributors, we believe Exacto is well-positioned to drive value throughout the ag-input value chain. Collaborating closely with input manufacturers and retailers, Exacto brings new, sustainable formulations to market that work alongside active ingredients to maximize efficacy. Exacto’s robust product development and commercialization program provides customers with access to the latest formulation technologies, while also equipping them with technical, marketing, and regulatory support to build custom-branded solutions. The company’s commitment to innovation has established it as a trusted partner in agriculture, with products supporting sustainable productivity across 130mm U.S. acres annually.
Fueling Exacto’s Innovation and Expansion
The growth investment from S2G and Skyline Global Partners aims to help Exacto scale its operation with the goal of bringing new solutions to market faster and expanding its footprint in key growth areas while maintaining profitability. The investment will help enable the company to build on its strong foundation by focusing on three areas: capacity expansion, IP investments, and enhancing its commercial team and customer service.
At S2G, we believe that greater input efficiency can protect ecosystems, reduce farmer costs, and ensure that future generations have access to the resources needed for food production. We are thrilled to welcome Exacto to our portfolio and look forward to supporting their journey as they continue to innovate and expand their market presence.
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