American Vanguard (NYSE:AVD) (NYSE:AVD) is a specialty chemical and crop protection company that develops, formulates and markets products for agricultural, public health and industrial applications. The company’s portfolio encompasses herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and seed-treatment products designed to help growers manage weeds, insects and diseases across a variety of row and specialty crops. In addition to crop protection, American Vanguard supplies public health products for mosquito and vector control and offers a range of specialty chemical solutions used in industrial processes, consumer products and niche markets.
In its agricultural segment, American Vanguard focuses on both generic and proprietary chemistries, offering formulations under the AMVAC and DEFENDA brands as well as custom blends for regional crop needs. The public health division provides larvicides and adulticides to municipal and commercial applicators to help control mosquito-borne diseases. Its specialty chemical offerings include additives, additives and polymeric solutions for coatings, adhesives and other industrial applications. The company combines in-house research and development with strategic partnerships to accelerate the launch of new chemistries and enhance formulation technology.
Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Newport Beach, California, American Vanguard maintains manufacturing facilities and technical centers across North America and in Israel. The company serves customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Africa through a network of wholly owned subsidiaries and distribution partners. This global footprint supports tailored solutions that address diverse regulatory requirements and crop profiles in key agricultural regions.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Fernando F. Lecanda, American Vanguard has pursued a strategy of targeted acquisitions and product-line extensions to broaden its market reach. The management team combines deep industry experience in crop protection with expertise in regulatory affairs and supply-chain management. With a focus on innovation and customer support, the company aims to strengthen its position in specialty chemicals and expand its portfolio of environmentally responsible solutions.
