FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company specializing in the development, manufacture and marketing of crop protection products. Its portfolio includes herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and plant nutrition solutions designed to enhance crop yield, quality and sustainability. In addition to core crop protection, FMC delivers solutions for turf management and pest control in urban and industrial environments.
Founded in 1883 as the Bean Spray Pump Company and later known as Food Machinery Corporation, the business adopted the FMC name in 1948 and has since evolved through strategic acquisitions and divestitures. In 2019, FMC spun off its lithium division to sharpen its focus on agricultural science, reinforcing its commitment to innovation in crop health and protection. Mark Howard Douglas, who has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since January 2017, leads a management team dedicated to advancing both product development and sustainable agriculture.
Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, FMC maintains research, manufacturing and customer-support facilities across North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. The company collaborates with growers, distributors and agronomists to address regional crop challenges and regulatory requirements. Through ongoing investment in research and development, FMC aims to deliver next-generation chemistries and digital tools that help farmers meet evolving demands for productivity and environmental stewardship.