New technologies are unlocking a world of opportunity for crops. In this focus session, learn how biostimulants can help plants reach their full potential, ways to naturally optimize grape production, the latest on agronomic regulations and tips on growing relationships and business while physically distancing.
Which new technologies will unlock a world of opportunity for you and your farm? Discover how nutrigenomics, microbials and using yeast as an activator hold
In this session, we will consider how biostimulants fit into and mesh with currently accepted agricultural practices. We will also discuss the various ways producers
You won’t hear this through the grapevine! Explore the ins and outs of naturally optimizing your grape production today and, in the process, laying a
This session will feature a discussion on agronomic regulations — including those that are already in place and those that are coming down the pipeline
As COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe, the way we do business with each other has changed dramatically — but even as we maintain
European Technical Manager, Alltech Crop Science
Nicolas Body is the European technical manager for Alltech Crop Science. In this role, he provides technical support for those who sell and/or use Alltech Crop Science solutions. He also aids in setting up trials around the world in order to demonstrate the efficacy of the products and to ensure that they are properly registered.
Prior to joining Alltech, Body was an agronomist specializing in sustainable farming systems at the National School of Agronomy of Toulouse, focusing on the areas of sustainability, scientific discoveries and producer interests. Additionally, he participated in the launch of a local seed production project for the revegetation of a ski resort in France, and he also took part in field studies of soil microbial changes for the department of forestry and natural resources at the University of Kentucky.
General Manager, Alltech Crop Science
Dr. Steven Borst currently serves as the general manager of Alltech Crop Science and oversees the global business. He has been with Alltech for more than seven years and previously served as the global regulatory manager.
Prior to joining Alltech, Borst was a research associate for Louisiana State University, from which he received a doctoral degree in horticulture. He also received a master's degree in weed science from the University of Tennessee and a bachelor's degree in turfgrass management from the Pennsylvania State University.
Global Compliance Manager, Alltech Crop Science
David Brady is the global compliance manager for Alltech Crop Science. In this role, he manages the process of moving plant protection, biopesticide, biostimulant and biofertilizer products from the field screening phase through their development and registration. Brady has technical expertise in product formulation, eco-toxicology, product efficacy and mode of action, and he utilizes that expertise to prepare Biological Assessment Dossiers (BAD).
Brady received a master's degree in botany from Trinity College Dublin and a master's degree in agriculture innovation from National University of Ireland, Galway. Prior to joining Alltech, Brady served as a regulatory affairs executive for TSGE and Barclay Chemicals.
Product Manager, Nutritional and Biostimulants, Simplot
Cody Eubanks received bachelor's degrees in agricultural education, extension education, soil and crop sciences, and applied information technology from Colorado State University. He joined the JR Simplot Company in 2007, initially serving as a crop advisor in western Nebraska.
In 2014, Eubanks became a specialty product manager, overseeing Simplot retail sales east of the Rocky Mountains and west of the Mississippi River while also managing nutritional and biostimulants for the company on a national level.
In 2018, Eubanks transitioned to the role of product manager of nutritional and biostimulants. His responsibilities include overseeing Simplot products nationwide, from new product conception to product launch.
North America Technical Manager, Alltech Crop Science
Brian Springer has 30 years of experience in agronomy and has been involved in everything from increasing sales in retail locations to building new businesses in the venture capital arena. His passion for discovering unique technologies and integrating them into current production methods has led to the development of unique brands and solutions for the farmer in several exciting product debuts.
With more than 20 years of experience as a certified crop adviser, Springer has worked with all major row crops and most fruits and vegetables, as well as several specialty and emerging crops, from potatoes and canola in Canada to citrus and bananas in Costa Rica.
Springer received a degree in agricultural business from Southwest Missouri State University. He currently lives in northwest Missouri with his wife and three children and travels across North America in support of the Alltech Crop Science sales force and their customers.
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