Category: Blogs
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Bayer Launches Yoalo®: A New Milestone in Biostimulant Seed Treatment for Corn
In a decisive move reinforcing its position in the biologicals market, Bayer CropScience has announced the launch of Yoalo®, a biostimulant seed treatment developed specifically for corn. This introduction comes amid growing industry emphasis on sustainability, soil health, and climate-resilient agricultural inputs. With Yoalo®, Bayer aims to enhance early crop performance while reducing reliance on…
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Smarter Fertilizers for a Sustainable Future: How Nano-Combinations are Transforming Indian Agriculture
In the evolving landscape of Indian agriculture, where rising input costs and environmental pressures are pushing farmers to rethink their practices, a new method is quietly making waves — blending traditional fertilizers with nano-formulations. This approach, backed by field research and pilot applications, promises to reduce fertilizer usage, cut losses, and protect soil health without…
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ICL Launches Sulfurball in Brazil – A Game-Changing Sulfur Fertilizer with a Spherical Advantage
In an era where agriculture is rapidly evolving to meet the twin pressures of productivity and sustainability, ICL Brasil has launched a product that is both timely and transformative—Sulfurball, a uniquely engineered sulfur-based fertilizer that redefines how micronutrients are delivered to crops. This new innovation is not just a product; it’s a strategic step toward…
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Harnessing the Power of Microbial Consortia in Sustainable Agriculture
Modern agriculture is undergoing a silent revolution—one driven not by machines or chemicals, but by microbes. In recent years, microbial consortia have emerged as powerful tools for improving soil fertility, enhancing crop resilience, and reducing the need for synthetic inputs. These consortia, composed of carefully selected strains of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms, represent a…
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BioAg World Academy: Transforming BioAg Education
EU REGULATORY 101: DEEP DIVE BIONUTRITION, BIOSTIMULANTS AND BIOCONTROL This module provides a deeper understanding of the regulatory framework concerning placing plant protection product of biological origin to the EU market. This includes insights into what set of data is required to fulfil dossiers for approving biological active substances (in particular micro-organisms) and authorising plant…
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BAW Congress Recap: India Hosts the 6th Annual BAW Congress
Organized by Global BioAg Linkages (GBL), the BAW Congress & Expo was hosted at the beautiful Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi from April 23–25, 2025, marking the sixth edition of this dynamic and growing annual event. Held in India’s capital city, the 2025 Congress was a powerful combination of global innovation and sustainability. India was…
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GBI Launches Smart Innovations: InnoAg BioFix and InnoAg MultiPush
Global BioAg Innovations (GBI) is committed to making agriculture more productive, efficient, and environmentally responsible. As a company rooted in the BioAg sector, our goal is to provide growers with natural, science-driven tools that improve crop performance while supporting soil and plant health. The agricultural industry is rapidly evolving, facing pressures to feed a growing…
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BioAg World Academy: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Agriculture
Ümit Ersöz is a seasoned agribusiness professional with over 35 years of experience spanning R&D, regulatory affairs, product stewardship, advisory and business development in the Turkish and broader MENA agricultural sectors. Ümit is the BU lead for BAW Academy and is the business development partner at Global BioAg Linkages, where he oversees regional strategy, partnerships…
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IBMA’s Role in Regulatory Landscape: Conversation with Karel Bolckmans
Karel J.F. Bolckmans is a leading expert in biological control with over 30 years of experience in sustainable agriculture. He has held key roles at Biobest, Koppert Biological Systems and BioFirst Group, where he currently serves as chief strategy & transformation officer. As president of the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA), Bolckmans advocates for the…
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IBMA at 30: Shaping the Future of Crop Protection, Naturally
In 1995, a group of pioneers came together around a shared belief: agriculture needed a shift—toward sustainability, innovation and biological solutions. Among them was Bernard Blum, whose vision helped spark the creation of the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA). What began with 15 member companies and a strong sense of purpose has grown into a…