Russell Sharp

Russell is the Technical Director of Plater Bio. He is experienced in both the academic world of plant science and the agrochemical industry. Focusing on the fertilizer and biostimulants sector, Russell works with key partners to deliver novel biological solutions in agriculture and horticulture. He is also the fastest cyclist in the Plater Group by some way.
Biostimulants
10 Things to Look for When Purchasing Biostimulants
According to the European Commission, biostimulants are a “substance or micro-organism whose function when applied to plants or the rhizosphere…
Biostimulants
Seaweed Extracts: What Makes Them Work?
In many coastal regions, raw seaweed has been used for millennia to improve the productivity of farming systems. Then, in…
Latest News
ABG Update Feature
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ABG Update Feature
Ag Tech Talk Podcast: ICL and Lavie Bio Lead the Charge in Biological Farming Innovation
Discover how Lavie Bio’s microbiome-based technologies developed using Evogene’s...
Herbicides
U.S. EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Pesticide Diflufenican
Diflufenican is a broad-spectrum herbicide for control of broadleaf...
Biopesticides
Koppert and Amoéba Sign Major Distribution Agreement for Innovative Biofungicide Solution
Koppert and Amoéba have joined forces in a landmark...