NewAg International will host the inaugural Biocontrol & Biostimulants North Africa 2026 from September 22-24, 2026, at the Egypt International Convention Centre in Cairo. Following the success of editions in Spain, Brazil, and the USA, this exciting new addition to the Sahara Expo marks the series’ expansion into the dynamic North African region.
Co-located with the 38th Sahara Expo, this premier event will connect over 200 dedicated biocontrol and biostimulants professionals with 23,000+ trade show visitors, creating a pivotal platform for industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to explore the latest advancements in sustainable agriculture.
High-Level Government and Ministerial Participation
The inaugural conference features exceptional representation from government and international organizations. The event will kick off with a Keynote Opening at the Sahara Expo, featuring a welcome from the Government and Ministry of Agriculture in Egypt and the opening ceremony.
Distinguished speakers include H.E. Prof. Dr. Hani Sewilam, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation at the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, and Mohamed Eida, Agricultural Officer at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), bringing critical policy perspectives on sustainable agriculture in the region.
Leading Industry Experts and Innovators
The three-day agenda features prominent voices from across the biocontrol and biostimulants sector:
- Khaled Ibn Elwaleed Hussien, Technical Support & Development Manager, The Egyptian Saudi Company for Organic and Chemical Agriculture
- Kanwal Bhat, Country Manager India, Groundwork Bioag
- Abderrahmane Lassakeur, Manager, Canilla, Algeria
- Waleed Abobatta, Associated Professor, Agricultural Research Center
Attendees will benefit from thought-provoking keynotes, expert-led panels, company showcases, and invaluable networking opportunities focused on practical implementation of biocontrol and biostimulant technologies tailored to the unique needs of the North African market.
Comprehensive Conference Agenda
The program delves into cutting-edge BioAg innovations and addresses critical challenges facing the region:
- Regional Pest and Disease Solutions: Advanced biological approaches tailored to combat common pests and crop diseases in North African agriculture, with focus on integration into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs addressing insecticide resistance and residue-sensitive produce challenges.
- Regulatory Frameworks: Critical insights on biocontrol and biostimulant regulations in Morocco, Egypt, and across North Africa, featuring perspectives from established companies and government officials on product approval processes and market access requirements.
- Global Market Perspectives: Sessions featuring European and USA industry leaders sharing strategies for international market entry, regulatory compliance, and helping North African companies expand into European and American markets.
- Innovation and R&D: Latest developments in custom microbial consortia, peptide technology, signal molecule platforms, and next-generation biostimulants designed to enhance crop resilience, address abiotic stress, and improve nutrient efficiency.
Registration Information
For complete agenda details and registration, visit: https://informaconnect.com/biocontrol-biostimulant-north-africa/
