Countdown to the 9th Annual BioSolutions Conference And Expo
February 13, 2024 The 9th Annual BioSolutions Conference & Expo kicks off in 3 weeks on March 4-6 in Visalia, CA. The event promises to deliver groundbreaking developments in biological products, including micronutrients, biopesticides, and beneficial insects. Learn from real-life case studies how these innovations are changing agriculture in North America.
BioSolutions Conference & Expo offers a unique platform for specialty growers, advisers, and researchers to delve into the latest advancements in biological products and agricultural technologies that support them.
Agenda Highlights
The conference agenda features sessions tailored to the needs of specialty growers and researchers. Highlights include:
- Pre-Conference Tour: Explore sustainable production methods and biological products in action at specialty crop operations and research fields.
- Welcome Party: Kick off the event and have some fun with fellow attendees, exhibitors and speakers at Barrelhouse Brewing Co. for some brews and live music.
- Keynote Address: Join Paul Brierley, Director of the Department of Agriculture for the State of Arizona, as he discusses cultivating sustainability in specialty crop agriculture.
- Educational Sessions: Delve into topics such as optimizing agricultural practices, biocontrol agents, integrated pest management, and more.
- Exhibit Hall: More than 40 companies will be showcasing and demonstrating their products, plus don’t miss the presentations taking place on the Product Solutions Stage.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts, sponsors, and fellow attendees during networking breaks and receptions.
- Post-Event Deep Dives: Walk away with new approaches, resources, and solutions to integrate Sustainable Pest Management (SPM) into your operation.
Click here for the full agenda.
Unmatched Speaker Lineup
Renowned industry leaders and experts will headline the event, offering compelling keynote addresses and informative presentations, including:
- Kamyar Aram, Specialty Crops Advisor, Contra Costa County Cooperative Extension
- Stephen Arthurs, Technical Sales Specialist, BioBee USA
- Jo Ann Baumgartner, Executive Director, Wild Farm Alliance
- Christine Birdsong, Undersecretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture
- Paul Brierley, Director of the Department of Agriculture, State of Arizona
- Michael Brownbridge, Sr. Technical Services Manager, BioWorks
- Don Cameron, Vice President and General Manager, Terranova Ranch, Inc.
- Brett Chandler, President/General Manager, Associates Insectary, CCOF at Asilomar
- Gina Bella Colfer, Sustainable Solutions PCA/CCA, Wilbur Ellis
- Dr. Akif Eskalen, Professor, Cooperative Extension, Plant Pathology, University of California, Davis
- Jim Farrar, PhD, Director, University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program
- James Faust, Professor of Floriculture Physiology, Clemson University
- Richard Felipe, Owner/Farmer, Triple F Ranch
- Robert Gibson, Global Portfolio Manager, Certis Biologicals
- Julie Graesch, Technical Services Manager, BioWorks Inc
- Francesca Hand, Associate Professor of Plant Pathology, The Ohio State University
- David Haviland, Farm Advisor, Cooperative Extension Kern County
- Julie Henderson, Director, California Department of Pesticide Regulation
- Kim Horton, Agronomy Manager, Taylor Farming, LLC
- Bob Jones, Chief Executive Officer, The Chef’s Garden, Inc.
- Hanna Kahl, Ecological Pest Management Specialist, Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF)
- Dr. Jin-Woo Kim, Director of Bio/Nano Technology Group, University of Arkansas
- Lan King, Owner/Farmer, King & King Ranch
- David Knaus, President and Founder, Apical Crop Science LLC
- Matthew Krause, Ph.D., Field Solutions Director, Specialty Agriculture – North America, Lallemand Plant Care
- Scott Ockey, Certis Biologicals
- Hannah Poitras, Owner/Farmer, Hannah Honey’s Flowers
- Guido Schnabel, Professor, Clemson University
- Cody Seals, U.S. Product Manager, Beneficial Insectary
- Troy Swift, Owner, Swift River Pecans LLC
- Jeremy Wagnitz, Product Development Manager, Certis Biologicals
- Suzanne Wainwright-Evans, Owner, Buglady Consulting
- Ron Whitehurst, Pest Control Advisor, Rincon-Vitova Insectaries, Inc.
- Mary C. Wildermut, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Plant and Microbial Biology, University of California at Berkeley
- Tom Willey, Farmer Emeritus, T&D Willey Farms
- Michael Yang, Small Farms and Specialty Crops Hmong Agricultural Assistant, UCCE Fresno
Sponsored by Industry Leaders
The BioSolutions Conference & Expo is proudly sponsored by industry leaders, including the 2024 Title Sponsor, Certis Biologicals, and sponsors such as Apical Crop Science, CSS, Lutone, and Green-Tek. These sponsors play a vital role in supporting the event and driving innovation in biological products and tools. View complete list of sponsors and exhibitors.
Join Us at the 9th annual BioSolutions Conference & Expo
Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of the biological agriculture revolution. Register now to secure your spot at the BioSolutions Conference & Expo, where innovation meets opportunity.
For more information and to register, visit biosolutionsconference.com.