Featuring the California delegation Brazilian experience

Episode 14 September 09, 2025 00:59:51
Featuring the California delegation Brazilian experience
The Grower Talks Podcast
Featuring the California delegation Brazilian experience

Sep 09 2025 | 00:59:51

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Hosted By

Peter Wren-Hilton Dennis Donohue

Show Notes

Last month, a delegation of California agriculture leaders undertook a visit to Brazil - recognized as a global leader in the development and adoption of biological solutions. So impressed were the delegation by what they saw that Dennis & I were delighted when key members of the delegation agreed to take part in this very special edition of 'The Grower Talks'.

Brazil has been on my personal 'must-do' list for a long time. It's a global leader in the use and production of bio-inputs, including inoculants, biofertilizers, and biological pest control products. Its regulatory framework is among the most advanced globally, serving as a model for other nations transitioning to biological-based products.

It's also a country where collaboration between industry, research & government lies at the heart of its success in supporting farmers and growers transition to a more biological future. 

In this podcast, Dennis & Peter tried to cover a wide topic area; Research & Development, Investment, Adoption, Support Services. For anyone trying to get a better understanding of the Brazilian market and how its multi-stakeholder ecosystem works, our panel members were able to share their insights from their own unique perspectives. 

As a policymaker, a regulator, a grower and a scientist, the lessons taken back home were wide-ranging. What was clear from the podcast was that Brazil is seriously deserving of its reputation as a global model for others.

A huge thanks to each of the team for taking part in a very open and informative discussion. It was a fascinating session and is a must-watch for anyone with an interest in biologicals and their adoption.

Featuring:

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross, DPR Director, Dr Karen Morrison, Don Cameron & Dr Jeana Cadby

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