Agenda

Agenda At A Glance

Wednesday, 23 April
10 AM – 1 PM (ET)  |  1000 – 1300 hours 

The virtual seminar will be presented in English, Spanish, and Portuguese,
with closed caption translation available in 30+ languages—ensuring accessibility for all attendees.

10:00 – 10:05 AM ET

1000 – 1005

Opening Remarks
Navigating LATAM Agribusiness in 2025 and Beyond

AgriBusiness Global Editor Renee Targos welcomes attendees and sets the stage for our inaugural regionally focused virtual seminar, highlighting key market trends and opportunities in LATAM that will be presented by industry leaders throughout the program.

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Renee Targos

Editor
 AgriBusiness Global

10:05 – 10:30 AM ET

1005 – 1030

Keynote: Hope for LATAM’s Crop Protection Future
A Vision for Growth, Innovation, and Opportunity

In this keynote, a leading industry expert will share an optimistic outlook for the LATAM crop protection industry, highlighting key opportunities in sustainability, biologicals, and innovation. Discover how companies can capitalize on current opportunities and shape the future of agribusiness in the region. 

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Ricardo Yapur

CEO - General Manager
Rizobacter

10:30 – 11:00 AM ET

1030 – 1100

Adoption of Biologicals in LATAM: Driving Innovation and Investment 
Unlocking the Future of Regenerative Agriculture 

This session explores the role of transportation, AI, integrated systems, and funding in advancing regenerative agriculture in LATAM. Discover the current state of grower adoption of biologicals, the key factors influencing future investment, and how these trends will impact your company’s business model moving forward. 

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Simon Navarrete

Head of R&D - Fungicides and Biofungicides Line
ANASAC Chile S.A.
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Amanda Bulgaro

Federal Regulation Manager
AENDA
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Renee Targos

Editor
 AgriBusiness Global
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Javier A. Chavarro

Agribusiness Consultant & Advisor
CAC International

11:00 – 11:05 AM ET

1100 – 1105

Break 

Enjoy this brief break to refuel and recharge for more content to come!

 

 

11:05 – 11:30 AM ET

1105 – 1130

Plant Health and Fertilizer: Security LATAM’s Ag Future
Brazil’s Push for Domestic Production & Climate Resilience

With Brazil investing in local fertilizer production and climate change impacting crop health strategies, what does this mean for agribusiness in LATAM? This expert-led session explores supply chain dynamics, investment opportunities, and sustainability shifts in the fertilizer and plant health sectors over the next five years. 

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Fabio Kagi

Regulatory and Institutional Affairs Manager
Sindiveg - Brazilian National Plant Protection Products Industry Union
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Johana Rincones Perez

Global R&D Product Design Manager
Rovensa Next
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José Polidoro

Advisor
Ministry of Agriculture
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Renee Targos

Editor
 AgriBusiness Global

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM ET

1130 – 1200

Crop Protection Market Outlook: LATAM’s Big Five
Deep Dive: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala & Mexico

Our expert will analyze the crop protection landscape in LATAM’s most influential markets, examining how regulations, pricing, and demand are shaping the industry. Gain data-driven insights on market trends, risk factors, and growth projections to identify key opportunities for your business.

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Derek Oliphant

Partner
AgbioInvestor

12:00 – 12:05 PM ET

1200 – 1205

Break 

Enjoy this brief break to refuel and recharge for more content to come!

 

 

12:05 – 1:00 PM ET

1205 – 1300

Expert Panel: Covering It All–Winning in LATAM Agribusiness
Market Strategies, Regulations, and Competitive Landscape

In this panel discussion, our experts will tackle the most pressing issues for LATAM Agribusiness and global firms looking to enter the market.

  • Adaption to Market—What are companies doing to acclimate to a difficult market
  • Regulations & Trade – Key policies affecting exports and imports
  • Combatting the Black Market – Strategies for protecting business interests
  • Opportunities for Foreign Investment – What LATAM markets need most
  • Supply Chain—What are the disruptors for 2025 and 2026
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Gertrudis Correa

Vice President and Head of Product Supply Crop Protection Production LATAM
Bayer
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Dr. Ignacio Bartesaghi

Director of the Institute of International Business
Catholic University of Uruguay
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Jorgelina Lezaun

CEO and Founder
AgriConsult Latam
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Gabriel Ormeño

General Manager, President
Anasac Chile S.A., IMMPA
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Nicolas Potrie

Director
TAFIREL
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Javier A. Chavarro

Agribusiness Consultant & Advisor
CAC International

1:00 PM ET

1300

Seminar Concludes