8-21-26: MyAgLife Episode 277: The Next Generation of Biological Crop Protection with Nic Steeneken

In this episode of the MyAgLife podcast, Kristin Platts talks with Nic Steeneken, PCA, CCA and Strategic Account Manager at AgroSpheres, for a preview of his upcoming Take the Stage presentation at the 2026 Crop Consultant Conference.

Steeneken discusses how biological crop protection is evolving, the challenges that have historically limited biological products in the field and how AgroSpheres' AgriCell encapsulation technology is designed to improve the delivery and stability of biological active ingredients. He also discusses FUN-THYME Biofungicide, resistance management and where he sees the next generation of biological crop protection heading.

Hear more from Steeneken at the Crop Consultant Conference, Sept. 23-24 at the Visalia Convention Center.

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