Tag: Leadership
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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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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…
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Beyond BioAg Regulatory Headlines
Exactly two years ago, I wrote an article¹ about the regulation of biostimulants and the challenge of classifying microorganisms based on their function. Now might be a good time to re- flect on the thousands of hours the regulatory community has spent on this discussion and the results so far. How much time have regulators…
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In Conversation with Carlos Ledó, Founder & CEO, Veganic®
Carlos is an agricultural engineer from the UPV and was recognised in 2016 as its First Outstanding Alumni. He has dedicated his professional career to food and population security through innovation in a sector as traditional and immobile as agriculture. Concerned about the environment and the sustainability of the planet, he invests his time and…
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Veganic®: Leading the Sustainability Revolution in Agriculture
In a world where the call for sustainability has never been louder, Veganic® stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation. With a mission to harmonize productivity with environmental responsibility, we are pioneering a transformative approach that integrates advanced technology with nature’s regenerative potential. Veganic® is reshaping the industry by offering sustainable biosolutions that address the…
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Women in Agriculture: 23rd Edition
Interview with Eda Reinot CEO and President at Certis Biologicals Eda Reinot is the president and CEO of Certis Biologicals, a global leader in sustainable crop protection solutions. With extensive expertise in agricultural inputs innovation, Eda is steering Certis into its next growth phase, leveraging science-based innovation to support growers in producing high-quality crops while…
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Women in Agriculture: 23rd Edition
Interview with Roberta Vinciguera COO of Vedalia Roberta Vinciguera is a dynamic entrepreneur and seasoned manager with a strong international background and extensive expertise in product and project management, as well as go-to-market strategies. Throughout her career, she has consistently emphasized the importance of team management, firmly believing in the power and value of people…
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BioAgTech Sustainable Grower Award Winner: Howard-Yana Shapiro
Dr. Howard-Yana Shapiro was honored with the Global BioAgTech Sustainable Grower Award with distinction, a recognition reserved for pioneers who have fundamentally reshaped the global agricultural landscape, in April 2025 at the 6th BioAgTech World Congress. For over five decades, Shapiro has stood at the nexus of tradition and technology, leading efforts that span organic…
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Lifetime Achievement Award Winner: Martin Andermatt
A Conversation with Global BioAgTech Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Martin Andermatt, Founder and Chair of the Board, Andermatt Group, was recently presented with the Global BioAgTech Lifetime Achievement Award for his groundbreaking work in biocontrol. In this exclusive conversation, Roger, the CEO of Global BioAg Linkages, speaks with him about his journey, challenges in the…