International Crop-Science Conference & Exhibition (ICSCE-PMFAI) 2026 – Dates, Agenda, Speakers & Keynotes
The Pesticides Manufacturers & Formulators Association of India (PMFAI) organises International Crop Science Conference & Exhibition (ICSCE) every year in Dubai. The flagship event, dedicated to agrochemicals, biologicals, and allied agri-inputs, is recognised as one of the most influential global platforms for knowledge exchange, networking, and business opportunities in agriculture.
International Crop-Science Conference & Exhibition (ICSCE-PMFAI) 2026 – Dubai
The Pesticides Manufacturers & Formulators Association of India (ICSCE-PMFAI) organised the International Crop Science Conference & Exhibition (ICSCE) at Dubai on 19–20 January 2026. The flagship event, dedicated to agrochemicals, biologicals, and allied agri-inputs, was recognized as one of the most influential global platforms for knowledge exchange, networking, and business opportunities in agriculture.
Event Dates & Venue
19–20 January 2026 | Le Meridian Hotels & Conferences, Dubai
Event Agenda
The three-day program is designed to bring together global leaders, experts, and industry stakeholders from the agrochemical, plant health, and agribusiness sectors to discuss emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the global agricultural input industry.
Day 1 (18 January 2026) focuses on participant onboarding, with stall allotment and badge distribution, setting the stage for networking and exhibition engagement.
Day 2 (19 January 2026) begins with a formal Inaugural Session, highlighting the role of international plant health systems, global agrochemical supply chain challenges, seed and crop nutrition technologies, and India’s positioning in the global agrochemical landscape.
The morning technical and policy sessions address shifting global regulations, tariff and non-tariff barriers, and strategic growth in regulated markets, complemented by a roundtable discussion on the future of agrochemicals.
Post-lunch sessions delve into European plant protection markets, advanced formulation technologies, biodegradable dispersants, fertilizer fortification, biosolutions, process technologies, and supply chain digitisation.
The day concludes with an evening gala, featuring PMFAI–SML Awards, live entertainment, cocktails, and dinner, fostering high-level networking.
Day 3 (20 January 2026) centers on global manufacturing, innovation, and market outlooks, with sessions on China’s manufacturing and export dynamics, green and sustainable agrochemical solutions, customised surfactant technologies, new molecule discovery trends, and off-patent active ingredients. The program also emphasizes international regulatory cooperation and future industry collaboration.
The exhibition remains open throughout Day 2 and Day 3, reinforcing business interactions. The event concludes with a forward-looking note, reaffirming continued engagement with future editions planned in India (2026) and Dubai (2027).
Speakers & Keynote Addresses
Dr. Shaza Roshdy Omar
Plant Health Expert, Egypt
Keynote Topic: Role of International Plant Health Systems for Sustainable Agriculture in Developing Countries
Mr. Shanni Kumar Srivastava
Vice President – International Business, SML Limited
Keynote Topic: Choke Points in Global Agrochemicals: Strategic Risks and Opportunities
Mr. R.K. Goyal
Managing Director (APAC Region), Verdesian Life Sciences LLC
Keynote Topic: Seed, Crop Nutrition and NUE Technology
Mr. Rohit Nagaraj
Research Analyst, Batlivala & Karani
Keynote Topic: Strategies to Enhance India’s Role in the Global Supply Chain & Way Forward for Indian Agrochemical Industry
Speakers & Thematic Presentations
Mr. Pradip Dave
Chairman, Aimco Pesticides Ltd. & President, PMFAI
Topic: Welcome Address
Mr. Ajay Joshi
Chemical Sector Expert, AJC
Topic: Impact of Shifting Regulations in Key Markets (EU, US, China, Latin America), Tariff and Non-Tariff Barriers and Growth Strategies
Divyansh Agarwal
Director – Retail and Agribusiness Strategy, Krishi Rasayan Exports Pvt. Ltd.
Topic: Panel Discussion – Shaping the Future of Agrochemicals
Adhiraj Swarup Agarwal
Strategic Financial Advisor & Business Development – International Sales, India Pesticides Ltd.
Topic: Panel Discussion – Shaping the Future of Agrochemicals
Sanskar Agarwal
Director – Marketing & Sales, Insecticides India Ltd.
Topic: Panel Discussion – Shaping the Future of Agrochemicals
Mr. Sushil Kumar Bahuguna
Commercial Leader – Agriculture & Process Industries (IMEA), Momentive
Topic: Advancing Agricultural Applications with Innovative Silwet Adjuvant Solutions
Mr. Lawrence Middler
Senior Analyst, AgbioInvestor
Topic: Biopesticides and Biostimulants: Market Opportunities and Challenges
Mr. Himanshu Kishnadwala
Partner, CNK & Associates LLP
Topic: Doing Business in UAE
Dr. Yves Coconnier
Global Business Development Manager, STAPHYT
Topic: European Plant Protection Market: Market Review and Registration Constraints
Mr. Rahul Sonawane
Team Lead – Technical Service (Agro, Agriculture & Food – Southeast Asia), Nouryon Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd.
Topic: Enhancing Performance and Stability in Challenging Agrochemical Formulations with Latest Surfactant Chemistry
Mr. Sachin Vishwakarma
Technical Service Manager – Agro Agriculture, Evonik
Topic: Novel Biodegradable Dispersant for Water-Based Agricultural Formulations
Mr. Shanmugam Sambanthan
Commercial Head – Agriculture, Novonesis
Topic: Fertilizer Fortification: Boosting Nutrient Use Efficiency through Biosolutions
Dr. A. Krishnaiah
Chief Scientist & Head – Fluoro-Agrochemicals Department, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
Topic: Process Technologies for Agrochemicals – A Comprehensive Approach
Ms. Nitiin R. Sonar
Chief Operating Officer, Biostadt India Ltd.
Topic: Digitisation of Supply Chain
Mr. David Li
Vice President, SPM BIO
Topic: Current China Manufacturing Status and Export Outlook
Dr. Manju Dharman
Head R&D – PCD/CRTI, RESIL Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
Topic: Transforming Agrochemical Solutions: From Silicone Excellence to Green Solutions in Agriculture
Mr. Nitin Khatik
General Manager – Sales, Rossari Biotech Ltd.
Topic: Tailor-Made Surfactant Solutions Driving Agro Innovation
Mr. Jitendra Mohan
Chief Operating Officer, Willowood Chemicals Ltd.
Topic: Shifting Innovation in Agrochemicals and Building India’s Own Molecule Discovery Pipeline
Mr. Derek Oliphant
Senior Analyst, AgbioInvestor
Topic: Crop Protection Market Overview and Outlook
Mr. Sandeep Thakur
Technical Leader, Syneco
Topic: Enhanced Stabilization & Anti-Crystallization Dispersants for Suspension Concentrates
Ms. Rachael Lowe
Analyst, AgbioInvestor
Topic: Production Processes and Intermediate Requirements for Newly Off-Patent Active Ingredients
Dr. Imme Gerke (via Zoom)
Regulatory Consultant, Canada
Topic: Building International Industry Cooperation by Bringing Together Regulators