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9:00 am Registration & Morning Coffee

Workshop A

9:30 am Navigating the Path from Idea to Impact with Early Testing & Smarter Regulatory Strategy

Vice President - Global Research & Development ,Regulatory Affairs, Valent Biosciences
Head of Global Regulatory Affairs, Intrinsyx Bio
Senior Principal Scientist, Syngenta

Getting biological products to market quickly—and successfully—starts with smart decisions early in development. This workshop will show you how to identify scalable ideas, anticipate manufacturing challenges, and build a regulatory strategy that accelerates your path to commercialization. Learn how to reduce risk, cut unnecessary costs, and move confidently from concept to market-ready product.

  • Filter high-potential ideas by prioritizing those with clear scalability and realistic production paths
  • Integrate early manufacturability checks to catch cost or feasibility issues before investing in field trials
  • Build cross-functional teams to surface regulatory, technical, and production risks early in development
  • Explore the regulatory data required for product registration and how to engage with agencies effectively to minimize delays
  • Examine the safety and distribution of microbes, particularly in relation to human health and plant pests

12:30 pm Lunch & Networking

Workshop B

1:30 pm Cutting Through the Noise: Validating Claims Around Biological Products to Build Trust & Stand Out

Technical Development Representative, Nutrien Ag Solutions
Chief Operating Officer, CHONEX
Team Leader, Foliar Biologicals (Global Insecticide Group), BASF Corporation

The market for biological products is flooded, and skepticism around their efficacy continues to grow. With many products lacking robust data or clear validation, it’s crucial for manufacturers to prove that their biologicals deliver consistent, measurable results. This workshop will explore how to navigate the challenges of validation, address skepticism, and communicate the value of biological products to growers and other stakeholders. Join to gain practical strategies for assessing the real-world effectiveness of microbes, ensuring your product performs as expected in the field before scaling.

  • Learn how to validate the mode of action of biological products to build credibility and trust with growers
  • Discover the importance of third-party data and independent testing to overcome skepticism and differentiate your product
  • Understand how to showcase clear and robust evidence to support product efficacy and performance consistency
  • Gain insights into how to tackle the challenge of market saturation
  • Understand the importance of multi-year trials and consistent performance in proving the long-term value

4:30 pm End of Pre-Conference Workshop Day