Global Biocontrol & Biostimulants Congress 2016

Pennsylvania,UnitedStates    Sep. 12, 2016-Sep. 13, 2016

Pennsylvania,UnitedStates

Sep. 12, 2016-Sep. 13, 2016

Venue:

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

Organizer:

Global Engage

Contact:

Naomi Flagg

Tel:

+44 (0) 7494 551 822

Email:

naomi@globalengage.co.uk

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The Latest Scientific Advances in Agricultural Biologicals for Crop Protection & Growth
 
Global Engage is pleased to announce the Global Biocontrol & Biostimulants Congress 2016, which will be held on September 12-13 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event will be co-located with the 4th Plant Genomics Congress USA.  
 
Increasing prioritization of sustainability in agriculture has led to rapid growth in the agricultural biologicals industry. The benefits of biological products in agriculture are significant, and developments in technology and research make agricultural biologicals an exciting, dynamic industry in which to work and study.
 
Attracting experts working in all areas of plant science, the conference will examine the latest developments in the technologies and techniques being used for progressing biopesticides and biostimulants research, as well as the future of the industry. 
 
Should you be an expert in developing biological products, or a scientist researching plant and microbe processes, the conference will be an excellent opportunity to learn, share, discuss and engage with the most current plant science research and technology. During the two-day conference, there will be networking breaks to promote interaction with your peers, expert led case study presentations, and a dynamic exhibition room filled with technology providers showcasing their technologies and solutions. 
 
Some of the topics to be covered: 
 
•   Plant and soil microbiome
•   Genomics
•   Integrated pest management
•   Plant-insect interactions
•   Plant / fungal extracts
•   Market trends
•   Regulatory issues
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