Biocontrol LATAM Speakers Include AgriThority® Global Director, Science & Technology
Ignacio Colonna participated in a panel discussion, “Bridging the Gap between Regulation and Science” during Biocontrol LATAM in Santiago, Chile. Ignacio discussed experimental approaches to support regulatory processes and the evaluation of new biological input technologies. Key topics discussed included: Product development process – timing and regulatory planning Testing challenges of new biological […]
World Agri-Tech South America Focus on Sustainability
Last month, 697 delegates from 30 different countries gathered in São Paulo, Brazil, for the World Agri-Tech South America Summit. As a Silver sponsor of the summit, AgriThority sent Jerry Duff and Ricardo Duarte to represent the company, and Horacio Buscaglia led a roundtable discussion, “Challenges of Moving into Markets Internationally.” The agtech and biotech […]
Critical Crop Production Issues Challenge Researchers and Growers
Despite all the technology developments and scientific breakthroughs, critical crop production issues continue to plague growers around the world. A recent review of production challenges with the AgriThority Board of Advisors raised five issues including citrus greening, fusarium wilt, coffee rust, sustainability validation and carbon sequestration. Citrus Greening threatens citrus production – particularly oranges — […]
Bionematicide Market Ripe with Opportunities and Increased Efficacy
Conventional agricultural chemistries have been increasingly scrutinized in recent years with concerns for environmental impact, health impact, public perception and sustainability. Agricultural companies are continuing to look for biocontrol alternatives to supplement their pesticide offerings. While the expected growth of conventional chemistries from 2018-2023 is expected to be only 3.2%, the growth of biologicals is […]
AgriThority® Expands Client Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Mary Jane Duff – (816) 841-0922, mjduff@agrithority.com AgriThority® Expands Client Service (Kansas City, Missouri, USA — April 19, 2022) In response to a growing client roster, AgriThority® builds depth into client services group. Tony Pardo has been promoted to Global Director, Client Services, with the new Senior AgriBusiness Client […]
ISAA President Solito Sumulong Leads Symposium Panel on New Application Technologies
On Monday, April 25, Solito Sumulong, AgriThority® Product Development & Regulatory Senior Manager and ISAA President, will make opening remarks for the ISAA Symposium 2022 in Bordeaux, France. Then on Friday, April 29, Sumulong will lead the general session “New Applications and Technologies.” The session features industry experts from John Deere, Clariant, Solvay and Borregaard […]
Counter Season Programming to Accelerate Stage Gate Process
The agricultural landscape is increasingly competitive. With investment in agriculture continuing to increase, companies have to move quickly to get into the game. But how can you move quickly if you miss a season? Design a product development testing plan in line with the product evaluation stage. To minimize failure, avoid skipping testing stages: don’t […]
10 Challenges for Innovations Entering New Markets
Focus on the Development in the R&D efforts helps move technologies toward successful commercialization with consistency and efficiency. To prepare a new product for any market requires as much disciplined development process as it does science. To move into new markets with confidence and less risk, consider these recommendations from Gloverson Moro, CTO, AgriThority® . […]
Field Trials for the control of fungal diseases and nematodes in Strawberries
Ahh lovely, luscious strawberries—if only we could control fungal diseases and nematodes. Challenging pests attacking strawberries and most other crops are the focus for our scientists who work with experts and innovative researchers across many disciplines. Many novel compounds are being evaluated for control of pests and diseases that can severely impact yields and quality […]
Why Disciplined Stage Gate Development Process is Critical
Innovative researchers around the world are generating new scientific and creative concepts to potentially improve production agriculture. However, even the most brilliant new concepts may not become viable commercial products. The movement from research into the early development phase starts with proving the product concept. The first steps should validate useful benefits and define the […]
Expert Spotlight: Silvina Marti Reta
In our Expert Spotlight series, we focus on our AgriThority® talent and the work they do. In their own words, you’ll learn about their global travels, and the crops, technologies and innovations they research. As a Research Assistant, I deliver high-quality information and trustworthy data to AgriThority® clients. I am well-versed in digital imaging root analysis, […]
AgriThority® Scientists Attend the NAICC Conference
In late January, AgriThority® scientists Krishan Jindal, Ph.D., Madhu Jindal, Ph.D., and Dave Guthrie, Ph.D. attended the National Alliance of Crop Consultants (NAICC) Conference in Orlando, Florida. The conference provided a good platform for networking and allowed AgriThority associates the opportunity refresh their knowledge about new developments in agriculture and understanding grower’s needs. Breakout […]
