Highlights of the Program
2 days business program:
Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.
SHOWCASING INNOVATION:
Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.
leaders talk:
Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.
MULTIPLE STREAMS:
A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.
SMART TECHNOLOGIES:
Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.
roundtable discussion:
Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.
Program
DAY 1 :
MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2025
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
COMMERCIAL PROGRESS OF BIOSTIMULANTS AND BIOPESTICIDES INNOVATORS
Deepesh Bista
Lux Research
- Overview of the current landscape and innovation momentum in biostimulants and biopesticides since 2020
- A look at the challenges faced and strategies implemented for enhancing product adoption and consistency
- Setting ambitious targets for 2030 to address and overcome current product inconsistencies
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON STRATEGIES AND GOALS FOR BIOSTIMULANT AND BIOPESTICIDE ADVANCEMENT
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
- Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
- Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
- Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON EXPLORING THE GROWTH IN BIOPESTICIDES AND BIOSTIMULANTS THROUGH MARKET TRENDS, DRIVERS, AND INVESTMENT INSIGHTS
- Leveraging AI to overcome market barriers and earn grower trust, accelerating biological adoption
- Biologicals must prove consistent performance, economic ROI, and address unmet stress-tolerance grower needs
- AI, nanotech, and collaborative investment catalyze regulatory-ready strategies, doubling biological markets by 2029
- US grower surveys reveal trust in advisors, ROI focus fueling biological product adoption
- Peptides offer microbial alternatives; AI and sound strategies vital for market entry success
Deepesh Bista | Lux Research | Moderator
Patrick Doyle | Plant Health Care
Darin Lickfeldt | Nutrien Ag Solutions
Andy Moreno | AME Certified PCR AI Laboratories
Kenny Kuhn | Stratovation Group
Gustavo Gonzalez | Micropep Technologies
11:30 - 11:55
UNLOCKING THE BLACK BOX OF SOIL BIOLOGY: LEVERAGING THE SOIL MICROBIOME TO PREDICT EFFICACY OF BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTS
Jacob Parnell
Biome Makers
- Advanced analysis of agricultural soil samples to predict microbial community functions
- Interaction effects of biocontrol, biostimulants, and biofertility products on the soil microbiome
- Science-based recommendations for using biological products to enhance soil functionality
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON ENHANCING SOIL MICROBIOME THROUGH BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTS
12:00 - 12:25
GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL: TRENDS SHAPING FUTURE BIOSTIMULANT / BIOCONTROL MARKETS
Patrick Doyle
Plant Health Care
- Current market dynamics and opportunities in the biostimulant and biocontrol sectors
- Impact of regulatory changes and government policies on biological crop technologies
- New technologies driving the accelerated adoption of Biological Crop Protection and Crop Fertility
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON TRENDS IN BIOSTIMULANT AND BIOCONTROL MARKETS
12:30 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE BIOAG CONGRESS EXHIBITION
13:30 - 13:55
HOW BIOLOGICALS CAN IMPROVE CROP PRODUCTIVITY – CASE STUDIES FROM RICE AND PROCESSING TOMATO
Sarah Mills
Bayer Crop Science
- Demonstrating the impact of biologicals on rice yield and profitability through Northern CA field trials
- Exploring the use of biologicals to enhance processing tomato yield under abiotic stress conditions
- Discussing the role of biologicals in promoting sustainable agriculture and securing food production
13:55 - 14:00
Q&A SESSION ON ENHANCING CROP YIELDS WITH BIOLOGICALS
14:00 - 14:25
MECHANISTIC PATHWAYS FOR NEXT-GEN BIOSTIMULANTS IN CLIMATE-RESPONSIVE FARMING
Patrick Freeze
Ward Laboratories
- Understanding how biostimulants influence root exudation and plant-microbe signaling to improve resilience
- Exploring field-based case studies with humic substances and microbial inoculants under abiotic stress
- Using emerging analytical tools to validate performance and guide agronomic recommendations
14:25 - 14:30
Q&A SESSION ON NEXT-GEN BIOSTIMULANTS FOR CLIMATE-SMART FARMING
14:30 - 14:55
DRIVING SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE: INNOVATIONS IN BIOSTIMULANTS AND NUTRIENT USE EFFICIENCY
Kuide Qin
Verdesian Life Sciences
- Eco-friendly biostimulant formulations enhancing soil health and sustainable farming
- Utilizing AI-powered tools for precision biostimulant development tailored to specific crops
- Maximizing nutrient use efficiency to mitigate environmental impact
14:55 - 15:00
Q&A SESSION ON SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL INNOVATIONS
15:00 - 15:30
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:30 - 15:55
BIOLOGICAL CROP INPUTS AND THE NEEDS OF AGRICULTURAL INPUT RETAILERS
Darin Lickfeldt
Nutrien Ag Solutions
- What agricultural retailers require to distribute biological products effectively
- Expected performance standards for innovative crop inputs
- Analyzing the profitability for crop producers, distributors, and innovators
15:55 - 16:00
Q&A SESSION ON THE NEEDS FOR BIOLOGICAL CROP INPUT DISTRIBUTION
16:00 - 16:25
ON-FARM EXPERIENCES BUILDING SOIL HEALTH, PLANT VIGOR, AND GROWER PROFITABILITY
John Kruse
International Farming
- Exploring native algae to enhance soil health and profitability in apple orchards
- Utilizing sargassum seaweed extract to boost plant vigor and profits in tomato farming
- Discussing the broader implications and opportunities within the BioAg industry
16:25 - 16:30
Q&A SESSION ON IMPROVING FARM OUTCOMES USING NATIVE ALGAE AND SEAWEED EXTRACT
16:30 - 16:55
INTEGRATING BIOSTIMULANTS WITH IPM/BENEFICIAL INSECTS INTO A SUSTAINABLE PROGRAM FOR CROP HEALTH AND PRODUCTIVITY
Andres Reyes
Acadian Plant Health
- Enhancing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs with biostimulants for synergistic effects
- Strengthening plant health to boost sustainable crop productivity
- Exploring the economic and environmental benefits of integrated approaches
16:55 - 17:00
Q&A SESSION ON ENHANCING THE PLANT HEALTH WITH BIOSTIMULANTS AND IPM
17:00 - 18:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
DAY 2 :
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
IS CLIMATE PART OF YOUR MARKETING AND RESEARCH TACTICS?
Scott Gibson
JAKL
- Utilizing CRISPR technology to discover new biologicals for pest control and climate resilience
- Edification training for staff on climate transition and sustainable product functionality
- Integrating technology and training into marketing strategies to enhance profitability and market position
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON INTEGRATING CLIMATE STRATEGIES IN MARKETING AND RESEARCH
10:10 - 10:35
EXPLORING BIOLOGICAL CONTROL AS A SOLUTION TO COMBAT PLANT PARASITIC NEMATODES
Abolfazl Hajihassani
University of Florida
- Modern methods to isolate biological control agents for nematodes
- Effectiveness of local fungal and bacterial isolates in nematode control
- Advanced techniques to verify biological agent efficacy against nematodes
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON BIOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOR NEMATODE CONTROL
10:40 - 11:05
SPEAR LEP®: BRINGING NOVEL MOA PEPTIDE-BASED INSECTICIDE TO EUROPE
Dawn Calibeo
Vestaron Crop Protection
- Introducing SPEAR LEP, a new peptide-based bioinsecticide with no MRLs and safety for beneficial insects
- Overview of SPEAR LEP’s commercial success in North America and its regulatory status in the EU
- Demonstrating SPEAR LEP’s efficacy through Emergency Use Authorizations in the EU and benefits to growers
11:05 - 11:10
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCING PEPTIDE-BASED INSECTICIDES IN EUROPE
11:10 - 11:30
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:30 - 11:55
NEXT-GEN BIOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS FOR SMART PEST CONTROL AND CROP ENHANCEMENT
Ashley Siegel
Elemental Enzymes
- Understanding how soil function impacts plant growth and nutrient availability
- Exploring enzyme-based biologicals that unlock nutrients for plants and microbes
- Highlighting the speed, consistency, and sustainability of these new technologies
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON BIOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR CROP AND SOIL IMPROVEMENT
12:00 - 12:25
BACTERIAL HEAT DETECTION IN FOOD COLD ROOMS
Andy Moreno
AME Certified PCR AI Laboratories
- Thermal infrared cameras identifying bacterial growth in cold storage areas
- Subtle temperature variations captured indicate microbial activity
- Benefits of thermography in enhancing food safety protocols
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON DETECTING BACTERIAL HEAT IN COLD ROOMS
12:30 - 12:55
BIO-BASED PEST MANAGEMENT: A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH FOR ENHANCED CROP HEALTH
Hagop Atamian
Chapman University
- Providing an overview of bio-based integrated pest management (BIPM) strategies and their benefits
- Demonstrating the efficacy of Amblyseius swirskii and Beauveria pseudobassiana against common pests
- Demonstrating success through trials under Mediterranean conditions and potential for broader application
12:55 - 13:00
Q&A SESSION ON SUSTAINABLE CROP HEALTH STRATEGIES
13:00 - 13:15
FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
13:15 - 14:30
NETWORKING LUNCH
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