Antonio Bernal

Chief R&D Officer at Agronova Biotech

Speaker

Antonio Bernal Soro is a biologist and pharmacist who serves as Chief R&D Officer at Agronova Biotech, an integrated platform of agricultural biologicals companies that includes Probelte, Asfertglobal and other companies of the sector. He leads the group's consolidated R&D, directing innovation across biostimulants — including microalgae-based technologies — microbial biocontrol and advanced, sustainable crop-nutrition solutions, aligning applied research with long-term corporate objectives. His profile combines scientific depth with business administration and project management, connecting innovation to commercial competitiveness. Across the platform he has held a broad range of leadership responsibilities — from R&D direction in biofertilizers, biopesticides and next-generation agricultural technologies, to operational, technical and quality leadership of analytical and phytopathological diagnostics services.