26 April 2025, New Delhi: The 6th edition of the BioAgTech World Congress & Expo concluded in New Delhi on April 25, 2025, reinforcing its position as the premier global event for biological agriculture and agri-tech innovation. Held from April 23rd to 25th, the three-day global gathering welcomed delegates from more than 25 countries and served as a pivotal forum for scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and agri-leaders to converge and drive forward sustainable farming solutions.
Sessions that Moved the Industry Forward
A major highlight was the ICAR-led workshop, which offered an immersive experience into India’s agricultural innovations and technology deployment. The platform spotlighted India’s rising influence in the global biological agriculture ecosystem and its dynamic policy-science-business convergence.
One of the most talked-about panels was the MNC Leaders Roundtable, which explored “Must-win battles, challenges, and opportunities in establishing tangible biocontrol businesses within established conventional frameworks.” It featured an influential lineup including Sanjay K Tokala (Head, Syngenta Biologicals), Simon Wiebusch (CEO, Bayer CropScience India), Parmeet Kamat (Commercial Director APAC, Corteva Biologicals), Emilie Seguret (UPM NPP), and Roger Tripathi, the Congress organiser and Chairman, CEO, and Founder of Global BioAg Linkages. The session underscored the urgent need to harmonize conventional and biological systems to meet the dual challenges of productivity and sustainability.
Other sessions explored regulatory landscapes across emerging markets such as Brazil and India, symbiotic stakeholder relationships, and investment trends fueling the next wave of bio-innovations. A dedicated track for startups and venture capital offered insight into the evolving investor appetite in BioAg, while open networking and exhibition spaces enabled real-time business matchmaking.
Recognition & Awards: Honoring BioAg Pioneers
The Congress also celebrated excellence through its prestigious Global BioAgTech Awards, honoring transformative contributions across the biological agriculture spectrum.
Former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu was honored with the Global Transformative Legend Award in recognition of his visionary leadership across agriculture, energy, trade, and global policy. His lifetime of public service and unwavering advocacy for sustainable development continues to inspire a better future for all.
Sandeepa Kanitkar, Founder & Managing Director of Kan Biosys, received the Global BioAgTech Innovation Poster Award 2025, sponsored by NUTRIBIOTEK. Her leadership and dedication to regenerative agriculture and farmer empowerment through innovation were praised by the global BioAgTech community.
Dr. Rahul Jog, Head of Research and Development at Bioprime™ AgriSolutions Pvt. Ltd., was awarded the Global BioAgTech Pioneering Innovation Award 2025, also sponsored by NUTRIBIOTEK. His work advancing farmer prosperity through scientific breakthroughs has made a meaningful impact on both productivity and environmental resilience.
The Global BioAgTech Lifetime Pioneering Achievement Award was conferred upon Augusto Rodríguez-Villa, a pathfinder whose pioneering contributions have redefined the course of biological agriculture. His legacy continues to spark progress and innovation in the field.
Finally, the Global BioAgTech Lifetime Achievement Award was awarded to Martin Andermatt, a scientific luminary whose unwavering commitment to sustainable farming has elevated the global standards of biological agriculture. His decades of innovation have laid a strong foundation for a nature-aligned agricultural future.
Reflecting on the success of the Congress, Roger Tripathi, Founder of Global BioAg Linkages, said, “This is not just another agriculture conference. The BioAgTech World Congress is a movement to unlock the power of biology for global food security, environmental stewardship, and farmer prosperity. Each year, we bring together thought leaders to shape the trajectory of this critical sector. India has played a fantastic host this year, and we now look ahead with excitement to Spain in 2026.”
Looking Ahead to 2026 in Spain
During the closing ceremony, it was officially announced that Spain will host the 7th BioAgTech World Congress & Expo in 2026, continuing the tradition of global rotation and deeper regional engagement. “With previous editions held in North America, Europe, Latin America, and now Asia, the Congress remains committed to cultivating a truly global dialogue around the future of farming”, mentioned Roger Tripathi.
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