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Biostimulants World Congress
Hybrid Event: Live In-Person & Digital Experiences

Workshops 30 November 2026 (Separate Ticket Required)
Conference & Exhibition 1-3 December 2026

SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento, USA

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Key Sessions
Julian Schroeder
Keynote: Identification, Function and Structure of the Plant Guard Cell CO2 Sensor and How it Regulates Plant Water Use Efficiency
UC San Diego - School of Biological Sciences
Achim Dobermann
Keynote: The role of biostimulants for increasing nutrient use efficiency in global crop production
International Fertilizer Association (IFA)
Nick Young
Regulatory Updates from the California Department of Food & Agriculture
California Department of Food and Agriculture
Manel Cervera
Market Trends and Global Analysis for 2026 and Beyond
Dunham Trimmer
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DAY 2 - America/Los_Angeles (UTC-08:00)

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08:30 - 09:00
Registration and Exhibition Open
Showing 2 of 2 Streams
09:00 - 09:10
Introduction from the chairperson
  • Marta Vasconcelos - Scientific Committee Member - Deputy Director of the Center for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry, Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP)
09:10 - 09:30
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09:30 - 09:50
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09:50 - 10:10
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10:10 - 10:30
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09:00 - 09:10
Introduction from the chairperson
09:10 - 09:30
Topic to be announced
09:30 - 09:50
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09:50 - 10:10
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10:10 - 10:30
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10:30 - 11:05
Networking Break & Exhibition & Poster Viewing
Showing 2 of 2 Streams
11:05 - 11:10
Welcome back from the chairperson

This theme emphasizes the transition from empirical to mechanism-based design of plant biostimulants. It integrates cutting-edge omics technologies (e.g., transcriptomics, metabolomics, proteomics) and systems biology to understand how biostimulants reprogram plant metabolism and stress responses. The session will highlight innovative approaches, such as engineered microbial communities, AI-assisted formulations, and mechanistic evidence linking molecular responses to field performance.

  • Patrick Brown - Scientific Committee Co-Chair - Distinguished Professor & Vice Chairman for the Department of Plant Sciences, University of California, Davis
11:10 - 11:50
Keynote: Identification, Function and Structure of the Plant Guard Cell CO2 Sensor and How it Regulates Plant Water Use Efficiency
  • Julian Schroeder - Distinguished Professor, Torrey Mesa Research Institute Chair in Plant Science, UC San Diego - School of Biological Sciences
11:50 - 12:10
Topic to be announced
12:10 - 12:30
Topic to be announced
12:30 - 12:50
Topic to be announced
11:05 - 11:10
Welcome back from the chairperson
11:10 - 11:50
Market Trends and Global Analysis for 2026 and Beyond
  • Manel Cervera - Managing Partner, Dunham Trimmer
11:50 - 12:10
Market access to Brazil- Everything you must know and prepare for in order to achieve success in this market
12:10 - 12:30
Central Latam: Costa Rica & The Caribbean – Critical points of learning that you need to know to access this market
  • Daniel Fernandez - Director of Operations, Ferba Internacional
12:30 - 12:50
Europe: An industry case study of steps taken to commercialize a product in Europe
12:50 - 13:50
Networking Break, Exhibition & Poster Viewing
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
13:50 - 14:00
Topic to be announced
14:00 - 14:10
Topic to be announced
Showing 2 of 2 Streams
14:10 - 14:15
Welcome back by the chairperson
  • Patrick Brown - Scientific Committee Co-Chair - Distinguished Professor & Vice Chairman for the Department of Plant Sciences, University of California, Davis
14:15 - 14:35
Topic to be announced
14:35 - 14:55
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14:55 - 15:15
Topic to be announced
14:10 - 14:15
Welcome back by the chairperson
14:15 - 14:35
Regulatory Updates from the California Department of Food & Agriculture
  • Nick Young - Environmental Program Manager Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, California Department of Food and Agriculture
14:35 - 15:15
A Regulatory panel like no other! A combination of perspectives - Regulatory, industry and practical market entry guidance for companies trying to navigate the US landscape
  • Nick Young - Environmental Program Manager Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, California Department of Food and Agriculture
  • Paula Gadea - Co Chair, Biostimulant Innovation Committee, BPIA
  • Eric White - Founder, Brand Maven Consulting
15:15 - 15:50
Networking Break, Exhibition Viewing
Showing 2 of 2 Streams
15:50 - 15:55
Welcome back by the chairperson

This theme explores the role of plant biostimulants in improving soil health, plant nutrition, and overall ecosystem services. It emphasizes agroecological approaches and the integration of biostimulants into sustainable farming practices. The focus is on field-relevant research that enhances soil fertility, nutrient cycling, and plant-soil interactions, aligning with current trends in agroecology and ecosystem services.

  • Patrick du Jardin - Scientific Committee Co-Chair - Professor and Head of the Plant Biology Laboratory at Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech - University of Liège (Belgium), Agro-Bio Tech - University of Liège
15:55 - 16:35
Keynote: The role of biostimulants for increasing nutrient use efficiency in global crop production
  • Achim Dobermann - Chief Scientist, International Fertilizer Association (IFA)
16:35 - 16:55
Topic to be announced
16:55 - 17:15
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17:15 - 17:35
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17:35 - 17:55
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17:55 - 18:15
JOIN THE INTERACTIVE POSTER TOUR: MEET POSTER AUTHORS & DEEP DIVE INTO THE SCIENCE
15:50 - 15:55
Welcome back by the chairperson
15:55 - 16:15
Topic to be announced
16:15 - 16:35
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16:35 - 16:55
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17:35 - 17:55
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18:15 - 19:45
End of Conference Sessions followed by: Networking Drinks & Poster Viewing in the Exhibition Hall
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