6th BioAgTech World Congress & Expo 2025 Inaugurates in New Delhi, Uniting Global Stakeholders for a Sustainable Agricultural Future

New Delhi, April 23, 2025 — The 6th BioAgTech World Congress & Expo 2025 officially commenced today at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Shahdara, New Delhi, marking the beginning of one of the world’s most significant gatherings dedicated to biological and sustainable agriculture. Organized by Global BioAg Linkages (GBL) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), ICRISAT, and global partners, the Congress brought together over 400 delegates from more than 30 countries to advance science‑led farming, strengthen international cooperation, and empower grassroots innovation.

Inaugural Ceremony: A Global Convergence of Vision and Purpose

The day began with a grand inaugural ceremony led by Dr. Suresh Prabhu, Former Union Minister and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), joined by a prestigious panel of dignitaries including Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General of ICRISAT and Former DG, ICAR; Dr. S.K. Malhotra, Vice Chancellor, Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU); Dr. Carlos Goulart, Secretary of Agricultural Defense, Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA), Brazil; Mr. Giuseppe Natale, Founder of Vedalia and Former CEO of Valagro; Mr. Antonio Zem, Board Member of BioFirst and Former CEO of Biotrop; and Mr. A.G. Kawamura, Former Secretary of Agriculture, California, USA. This ceremonial start symbolized international unity for food security and climate resilience. A key highlight was the introduction of the Valencia Disaster Relief Fund, underscoring the Congress’s humanitarian commitment to supporting disaster‑affected agricultural communities.

ICAR‑Led Workshop: India’s Innovations, Regulatory Leadership, and Global Collaboration

The morning continued with a workshop led by ICAR, co‑chaired by Dr. Suresh Prabhu and Dr. Himanshu Pathak, focused on India’s agricultural research advancements, regulatory progress, and global engagement in sustainable farming.
Regulatory session (chaired by Dr. S.K. Malhotra): presentations by Dr. Carlos Goulart on Brazil’s transformative Bioinputs Law; Dr. A.K. Saxena on India’s evolving biostimulant regulations; and Mr. Karel Bolckmans, President of IBMA, on EU regulatory harmonization.
Innovation session (chaired by Dr. P. Malik, CEO, Agrinnovate India): speakers included Dr. Vishwanathan (Joint Director, IARI), Ryan Bond (Vice President, Innovation, Business Development & Agronomy, USA), Dr. T. Damodaran (Director, CISH‑ICAR), and Mr. Giuseppe Natale on strategies for scaling research into commercially viable solutions.
Future collaboration segment (chaired by Dr. Himanshu Pathak): insights from Mr. Antonio Zem, Mr. A.G. Kawamura, Mr. Juzar Khorakiwala (CMD, Biostadt India), and Mr. R.G. Aggarwal (Chairman, Dhanuka Agritech) calling for bold, inclusive approaches to farmer‑first innovation.

Session 1: Integrating BioAgTech for Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture

Post‑lunch, the Congress hosted a high‑powered session titled “Integrating BioAgTech for Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture,” chaired by Mr. Roger Tripathi, Founder and CEO of GBL. The session opened with ceremonial traditions and a renewed appeal to support affected farming communities through the Valencia fund. Industry leaders including Mr. Giuseppe Natale, Mr. Juzar Khorakiwala, and Mr. Martin Andermatt shared five decades of lived experience in building sustainable agribusinesses. Dr. Suresh Prabhu delivered a keynote advocating for science‑backed, farmer‑centric policy. Mr. A.G. Kawamura emphasized the foundational role of soil health. Mr. Ashish Dobhal, CEO, UPL‑SAS, discussed how integrated innovation and leadership can drive global farming transformations. The session closed with Dr. Himanshu Pathak unveiling “Vision 2047” — India’s long‑term strategy for sustainable agriculture and rural prosperity.

Session 2: Streamlining and Harmonizing Global BioAg Regulations

The final technical session of the day, chaired by Dr. P.K. Singh, Agriculture Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture, focused on accelerating regulatory alignment for biologicals across global markets. Updates came from Dr. Carlos Goulart (Brazil), Dr. A.K. Saxena (India), and virtual contributors Ms. Theodora Nikolakopoulou and Mr. Klaus Berend of the European Commission on EU approaches. Industry insights were shared by Mr. Keith Jones (Executive Director, BPIA, USA), Mr. Jose Carvalho (Certis Biologicals), Mr. KRK Reddy (President, BIPA), Mr. Karel Bolckmans (IBMA), and Dr. Piyatida Pukclai (Dr. Knoell Consult, Thailand).

Evening Highlight: Global BioAgTech Sustainable Grower Award

The day concluded with the prestigious Global BioAgTech Sustainable Grower Award, sponsored by Corteva Agriscience, recognizing two exemplary leaders in regenerative and biological farming. Dr. Howard‑Yana Shapiro, Chief Agricultural Officer at Mars, Inc. and Co‑founder of Seeds of Change, was honored for his global impact on biodiversity, farmer livelihoods, and sustainable food systems. Mr. Sartaj Khan, a progressive Indian farmer, was recognized for transforming his land with biological solutions and championing knowledge‑sharing among rural peers.

Closing Reflections and Outlook

Concluding Day 1, Mr. Roger Tripathi, CEO of Global BioAg Linkages, shared a compelling message:
“This Congress is a platform built not just for dialogue, but for action. … Because the future of agriculture will not be dictated, it will be co‑created, in rooms like this, by people like you.”
With that message, the Congress prepares to enter Day 2, featuring strategic investor‑startup matchups, sessions on gender equity and institutional collaboration, and global business models redefining the future of BioAgTech.

To see the highlights of Day 1, please click on the link to view even more- Day 1 Highlights

About GBL

Global BioAg Linkages (GBL) is a global network of agricultural experts committed to advancing sustainable farming practices. Since 2017, it has connected stakeholders across the BioAgTech industry—including academia, farmers, startups, established companies, and scientists—all united by a commitment to sustainability. GBL operates through four verticals: BAW Congress & Expo, an annual event for global knowledge exchange; BAW Digest, a resource for expert insights; BAW Academy, which provides interactive training; and BAW Advisory, offering business and mentoring support.

About BAW Congress & Expo

The BioAgTech World Congress & Expo is an annual event dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture through biological solutions. The sixth edition is scheduled for April 23–25, 2025, at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel in Delhi, India. Each year, the congress moves to a new ecosystem and continent, organized by the industry, for the industry, fostering dialogue, partnerships, and progress toward a resilient food system. For more information, visit bioagworld.com.

To know more about Global BioAg Linkages, visit bioaglinkages.com. You can also learn more about GBL on LinkedIn.

Contact Details

Ayden Law
Global BioAg Linkages
BAW Management
P.O. Box 35, American Fork, UT 84003, USA
bawcongress@bioaglinkages.com