Sustainable Podcast: Jason McGarrh, VP of Agriculture at Locus FS, on the Value of Biosurfactants

Biostimulants are evolving from legacy inputs to science-driven tools shaped by regulation, consolidation, and evidence-led, precision agronomy adoption.

Biofortification rules are reshaping agriculture, pushing crop inputs to deliver nutrient targets, linking farm decisions to food industry compliance demands.

Explore fertilizer and palm oil markets, FMC and Rovensa strategies, tariffs, trade agreements, and biostimulant trends shaping agriculture beyond 2026.

An overview of the biologicals regulatory environment, including which regions are most progressive, registration gaps, and surviving geopolitical challenges.

Although the biologicals industry is expected to grow, challenges remain for wider adoption and scalability.

An update on the metabolites segment, overcoming adoption challenges, and what’s ahead.

The innovative chelate also acts as a biostimulant, delivering faster nutrient uptake and stronger plant resilience.

“The current geopolitical tensions, particularly around Iran, clearly demonstrate how dependent agriculture is on global supply chains. Rising energy prices…

Verdesian CEO Clare Doyle explores why 2026 is pivotal, highlighting biotech advances, biologicals, and integrated management worldwide.