ISF World Seed Congress 2026 in Lisbon
Working together to address seed industry challenges
At the World Seed Congress in Lisbon on 17-20 May, Incotec is both sponsor of the ISF Golf Tournament and takes an active role in the congress program. The World Seed Congress enhances and underlines the value of collaboration and partnerships.
Erik Jan Bartels, Regional Vice President, Croda Life Sciences, explains the benefits of seed coatings.
In booth No. 2.10, a global team of Incotec seed technology experts will be available to exchange views on shared challenges and future needs. On Tuesday 19th May at 10 am, Rob Pronk, Incotec’s Head of Marketing, will participate as a panellist in the discussion ‘Biologicals on Seeds: Building Clarity and Guidance Across Regulations’. Also on Tuesday 19th, at 1 pm, Huib Koerts, Sector Sales Manager, will share perspectives on Incotec’s activities and focus areas in a broadcast with Channel World Seed.
Joiing the Incotec team this year are: Bruno Hoeltgebaum, Global Business Director; Rob Pronk, Head of Marketing; Han Botterhuis, Business Director Europe; Manish Patel, General manager India, Huib Koerts, Sector Sales Manager Europe, Jonas Altoe, Head of Global Research; and Erik Jan Bartels, Regional Vice President, Croda Life
About the importance of this event, Bruno Hoeltgebaum: “Understanding the challenges our customers face – and the needs of their customers – is what guides our innovation. Working closely together, we help customers respond to the challenges they face. So for us, the World Seed Congress is first and foremost about listening. Some of our most meaningful developments come from close collaboration, and this event provides the space for those conversations.”