US Biostimulants Summit 2025

• US Biostimulants Overview
• Using Biostimulants Synergistically with Fertilizers, Pesticides, and Herbicides
• Reviewing Current Legislation and Moving Towards a Consistent Regulatory Framework
• Building Channels for Effective Communication Within the Industry – Panel Discussion
• New Methods of Biostimulant Delivery
• Learning From Grower’s Perspectives and Success Stories
• A Focus on Seaweed Extracts
• Boosting Biostimulant Uptake in the US
• Reviewing the Sustainability Benefits Associated with Biostimulants and Showcasing their Advantages in Helping Crops Adapt to a Changing Climate
• Innovation in the Biostimulants Industry
• Opportunities for Producers and Growers in the Expanding Biostimulants Market

Jason Ward, Head of Business Development USA, Aphea.Bio
Chuansheng Mei, Chief Scientist, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
Harsh Bais, Associate Professor of Plant Biology, University of Delaware
Debatosh Das, R&D Scientist – Development of Biostimulants, Biofertilizers, and Bionutrients, Redox Bio-Nutrients
Ashley Siegel, Chief Science Officer, Elemental Enzymes
Michael Rethwisch, Farm Advisor – Crop Production and Entomology, University of California
Gregory M. Olson, Fertilizer Program Coordinator, AAPFCO
Natalie Breakfield, VP of Research & Discovery, NewLeaf Symbiotics
Jennifer Lilly, Director of Regulatory, Global Product Innovation, The Mosaic Company
Michael Van Oosten, R&D Director, Biostimulants, Verdesian Life Sciences
Thomas Martinez, Business Development Manager, Algaia
Richard Olson, President, Gantec
Kiran Pavuluri, Director of Research, International Fertilizer Development Center
Gina Colfer, Key Account Manager – Organics, Wilbur Ellis
Drew Wolter, Technical Development Manager-BSIN, UPL
Alex Edwards, Applied Science Manager, Afrikelp
Chris Gee, National Agronomy and Development Director, Timac Agro

If you would like to be considered as a speaker for the event with a 25-30 minute presentation, please submit an abstract for consideration to:

Ted Hughes

Tel: +44 (0) 20 31410608

Email: [email protected]

• Biostimulant Producers
• Growers
• Fertilizer Producers
• Research Institutes
• Policy & Regulatory Professionals
• Consultants

With a rich history, ranging almost 50 years, Afrikelp is committed to continuously providing trusted seaweed solutions. Our liquid seaweed is extracted from the unique brown kelp, Ecklonia maxima, which can only be found on the south-west coast of South Africa.

Our unique, gentle manufacturing process ensures the production of stabilized, biologically active, natural extracts.

Every batch of Afrikelp liquid seaweed is supported by years of research and development and undergoes a quality control process to ensure that exceptional standards are upheld. Together with our careful and precise manufacturing process, we ensure that we bring the benefits of the ocean to your farm.

Afrikelp’s product versatility allows for application on a range of crops including fruits, nuts, grains, row crops, and vegetables. It is specifically developed to boost agricultural performance, by harvesting the benefits offered by the ocean, for the benefit of your farm.

As a company we are passionate about science, and have invested significantly in research and data collection and analysis. Our new greenhouse and shade cloth area are bursting at the seams with trials, that allow to share new data, find new uses, and Afrikelp’s performance.

Our products are distributed to over 40 countries in every key market through trusted partnerships. Our headquarters is in Cape Town, South Africa and Afrikelp’s USA office is in Fresno, CA.

www.afrikelp-usa.com

TIMAC AGRO USA provides innovative, high-quality solutions for crop nutrition. TIMAC AGRO products are unique in that virtually all contain patented plant and seaweed extractions. A subsidiary of the Groupe Roullier, present in 39 countries, the company is headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing facilities in Georgia, New York, Michigan, Illinois, and Pennsylvania.

TIMAC AGRO’s mission is to provide the best possible support to growers through customized service and outstanding products that combine agronomic, industrial, and environmental benefits. At TIMAC AGRO, we are constantly evolving our offerings to meet farmers’ needs where our innovation is “Inspired by Nature”. We use solutions invented by nature and integrate them into our innovative products. Our energy and resources are focused on producing products that enhance the work of farmers while respecting the planet. Our patented formulas are derived from over 60 years of research and development in plant extract technology. By enriching selected extracts with macro- and micronutrients, we create bionutritional formulas that meet the ever-changing needs of the crop. Better yield and quality benefit our customers and are the result of improved emergence, vegetative growth, and reproductive performance.

https://us.timacagro.com/

Seipasa is a leading Spanish firm specializing in agricultural biotechnology. The company is dedicated to the development, registration, production, and global commercialization of advanced solutions derived from botanical and microbiological sources. Our products for crop protection, biostimulation, and nutrition are engineered to enable the production of food free from chemical residues, meeting the highest standards for consumer safety.

Established in 1998, Seipasa was founded with a strategic vision to anticipate the profound transformations within the agricultural sector. With over two decades of experience, the company has successfully established its proprietary Natural Technology® model. This framework guides the development of technologically sophisticated, sustainable solutions designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern global agriculture.

Seipasa’s unwavering commitment to innovation within a traditional and highly regulated industry was formally recognized with the National Innovation Prize, conferred by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation.

Today, the company maintains a significant international presence, exporting its specialized product portfolio to more than 30 countries worldwide.

www.seipasa.com

Valent BioSciences has more than 60 years of experience in the biostimulant category, consistently delivering cutting-edge innovation to optimize the potential of every acre. Our science–driven legacy of leadership and innovation is rooted in research, development, and proven results. As growers strive to sustainably optimize the efficiency of their operations, biostimulants are a vital tool to help maximize crop potential and increase ROI. Bold claims are easy, but we’re dedicated to proving our products deliver as promised.

www.valentbiosciences.com 

The story of TransAgra originates from a single man whose life dream was to create a product that would enable farmers to maximize profitability while remaining good stewards of their livestock, the land and their communities. This visionary scientist, Herbert Peer, achieved his goal in 1960 when he discovered TransAgra’s proprietary strain of Lactobacillus and developed a unique fermentation process to culture it.  Further research demonstrated that his biotechnological innovation enhanced the digestive health and, by default, the performance of a broad range of livestock species. This product soon became dubbed Culbac®, an acronym for “cultured bacteria”, by which it is still known today.

Following Culbac’s successful debut in the animal nutrition industry, additional research was conducted in the early 1970s to introduce two new Culbac® product lines for forages and crops. Today TransAgra strives to provide naturally effective solutions to producers of all stripes, from dairymen to citrus growers, in all parts of the globe, from the American Midwest to the Far East. Our dedicated employees work tirelessly to ensure each small batch fermentation meets precise standards to assure the product efficacy and purity which our customers have come to expect over the years.

TransAgra’s line of Culbac® products combine tradition with modern innovation. We take pride in the fact that we do not include antibiotics or any medications in our animal nutrition products. Our sales team emphasizes the importance in listening to our customers and addressing their needs. Our researchers strive to stay current in the latest scientific advancements and literature. Our quality control staff ensures product integrity by monitoring our production processes and by securing third-party certification under the Safe Feed-Safe Food program. The result of our collective hard work is an array of safe, wholesome and effective animal nutritional supplements, crop preservatives and plant biostimulants which our customers can use with unbridled confidence.

www.transagra.com

ACI has put together a range of packages to suit your requirements. These range from branding options, to full scale partner solutions and can be tailored to meet your objectives and budgets.

If you are launching a new product or service and wish to gain visibility and brand recognition within your industry, contact us today!

For commercial opportunities, please contact:

Sponsorship
Kristina Lavari
Tel: +1 929 331 6835
Email: [email protected]

The Phytobiomes Alliance is an international, non-profit consortium of industry, academic, and governmental scientist. The goal of the Alliance is to establish a science and technology foundation for site-specific, phytobiome-based enhancement of sustainable food, feed, and fiber production. Visit https://phytobiomesalliance.org/

Krishak Jagat is an Agriculture Newspaper with largest farmer Subscription base in India. Its corporate centric website covers latest news in global agriculture with all segments including Seeds, Crop Protection, Biocontrol & Biopesticides, Crop Nutrition, Agriculture Machinery, AgTech and Research, Start-up & Investments and others. Jointly with its farmer and corporate centric communication channels, its extensive access to national policy and research papers, specialization in agriculture sector, it provides the widest coverage to agriculture industry.

The Institute for International Co-operation (INICOP) is a non-profit organisation. The main aim is to improve and support the worldwide co-operation of single persons and organisations in the field of research, science and technology. INICOP provides a webbased platform which summarises relevant information improving international co-operation. This shall be achieved by the collection of the following data:

• events, conferences, fairs and workshops
• instruments for the funding of international co-operation
• Awards and competitions
• organisations which are interested in the exchange of scientists, students, etc.

http://www.inicop.org/

https://www.agritechtomorrow.com/site_services.php

Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing is an award-winning independent publisher of content in agricultural and food science. Through our innovative publishing model, we bridge the knowledge gap between science and its application, enabling and empowering you to make a positive impact on sustainable agriculture, climate change and the UN Sustainable Development Goals as a result.  Based in the UK, we pride ourselves on our ability to facilitate international collaboration between scientists, researchers and professionals from different fields, scopes and sectors. We have worked with – and are connected to – over 4000 agricultural professionals from 1500+ worldwide organisations working out of more than 100 countries.

ASD Media is an online media company. We provide professionals in dedicated markets with news, intelligence, and interaction opportunities. During the last five years we developed dedicated websites for events, reports, news distribution and source data, and changed the name of the ASD-Network to ASDNews to emphasize the news focus.

http://www.asdmedia.nl/

NOBLENET

www.noblenet.co

NobleNet^SM is a specialist professional network for people in connected Science and Technology based industries including Energy, Resources, Chemicals, Materials, Biosciences, Food, Environmental, Manufacturing, Digital Technology and more. Please join us if you have interest in these sectors. Membership is free.

At the event we strive not only to bring you to the same location at the same time as your customers/suppliers/peers, we strive to ensure you meet face-to-face with each and every one of your target contacts and to provide you with the time you need to have multiple unhurried conversations with them and build a lasting business relationship:

• A pre-event informal introduction the evening before the conference
• A minimum of five hours’ networking built into the two day conference agenda
• A networking grid which enables you to make your target contacts aware you are looking for them
• The option to join either social drinks or dinner during the evening of Day One
• ACI’s on-site team will assist you in locating your hard-to-find target contacts & make face-to-face introductions

Of course, if there is anybody you are unable to meet over the two days, ACI’s event team will do their best to initiate contact after the event.