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NEW APPOINTMENTS

Martine Boon New Management Nufarm Appoints Jeff
announced as incoming at LOHMANN Wagner VP Sales – US
GMP+ International BREEDERS Crop Protection

Managing Director LOHMANN BREEDERS Nufarm Americas
GmbH introduces new Inc. announced today
Martine Boon has management: E"ective that Je" Wagner has
been con!rmed as the immediately, Jörg Heier been appointed VP
new Managing Director and Jurek Grapentin will Sales – US Crop Protec-
of GMP+ Internation- take over the leadership of tion and will assume
al, the world’s largest the company. The respon- the role as Ken Barham
scheme for animal feed sibility is now once again becomes Regional
safety and sustainability. divided between two General Manager on October 1.
managing directors, each
Martine said, “I feel fortunate to have overseeing di"erent areas Since joining Nufarm in 2019, Je" has
the opportunity to help build on GMP+’s of the business. been a key !gure within the US Crop
foundations, and work together with the Jörg Heier (51), who has Protection business, helping to drive
community to ensure safe and sustain- been part of LOHMANN BREEDERS for transformation in strategic supply part-
able feed, worldwide.” nerships that have become a cornerstone
over 11 years, will once again assume the for reliable crop protection solutions, dis-
With a background in agricultural eco- role of Managing Director of Operations tributed through the channel, to deliver
nomics, Martine joins GMP+ from Rabo- after a year of sole leadership. In this role, results for retailers and growers.
bank where she has most recently served he will focus on operational manage-
as Director of Food & Agriculture Transi- ment, including administration as well as During his !ve years at Nufarm, Je"
tion and Sector Management. She brings the entire production and supply chain. served as a crop protection Key Accounts
a wealth of experience in agricultural in 2021 Jörg Heier brings over 25 years Manager where he was a strong contribu-
!nancing, agrifood-tech start-ups, and of experience in the agricultural indus- tor to growth and customer focus.
management. try and previously served as Director of “Je" is valued for his reliable and compe-
Global Production at LOHMANN for eight
“This is something I am committed to years before transitioning to manage- tent leadership and collaboration in build-
doing in partnership, together with our ment. ing solutions to resolve issues and maxi-
community of certi!ed companies, ex- mize opportunities for customers,” said Ken
perts, Certi!cation Bodies, and the GMP+ Jurek Grapentin (42) has taken on Barham. “His immense experience in the
team. Providing workable and meaningful the position of Commercial Managing crop protection market, channel dynam-
standards that not only make the industry Director. He will be responsible for the ics, supply procurement and partnership,
safe and sustainable but are also valued by company's commercial management, growth-building programs and new prod-
the companies that use them is something including sales, technical service, mar- uct introductions will be invaluable as he
that can only come from working togeth- keting, as well as PR and communication takes the helm of the US Crop Protection
er”, she concluded. Circle 44 on enquiry card activities. Circle 45 on enquiry card business.” Circle 46 on enquiry card

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Rovensa Next, the global bioso- “At Rovensa Next, we have a commitment to sustainability in the
lutions business unit of Rovensa food industry, which is intrinsically tied to our ambition to become
Group, strengthens its leadership by ap- the trusted global leader in Biosolutions for sustainable agriculture,”
pointing Riccardo Vanelli as Chief Commer- said Riccardo Vanelli, CCO at Rovensa Next. For this purpose, “we
cial O#cer. have a comprehensive global platform of biosolutions for all types
of crops, from seed to shelf, designed to meet the current and fu-
Vanelli, who joined Rovensa Next in
March as Head of EMEA, has been appoint- ture needs of growers,” added Vanelli.
ed as CCO to reinforce the company’s com- In this regard, “Biosolutions are combined strategies that open a
mercial presence by building close relationships with customers, new path in crop management in terms of sustainability,” said Ricca-
distributors, and growers, whist o"ering optimum support to en- rdo Vanelli. He added that “thanks to Rovensa Next’s broad portfolio
hance their productivity and solving their sustainability challenges. of biosolutions, including biocontrol products, biostimulants, biofer-
This includes providing essential tools to shape the agriculture of tilizers, and adjuvants, our products can provide a positive impact on
the future, ensuring production, and helping businesses become as climate, soil, and water management, among other areas, based on
sustainable as possible while protecting the environment. scienti!c evidence”, concluded Vanelli. Circle 47 on enquiry card

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