Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer 2017 18-20 October W Hotel, Barcelona, Spain
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Conference speakers include:• Terje Bakken, Managing Director,
Head of Marketing and Sales Division, Eurochem
• Rolf Haerdter, Head of Global Agronomic Services, K+S
• Nicolas Broutin, Commercial Director Mediterranean, Yara Crop Nutrition
• Matthijs Mondria, Managing Director, Global Sector Head Farm Inputs, Rabobank
3 Specialist Sessions: Choose from one of the sessions below:
•MicronutrientsForum – Get the technical and commercial insights you need to take a share of this growing market
•FertilizerFastTrackSeminar – A guide to global fertilizer production, trade and demand dynamics
•OilandGasMarketTrends – Analyse changes in crude oil and gas trading patterns and the possible impacts on fertilizer producers
700+ decision makers from across the fertilizer supply chain
20+ hours of networking including roundtables, cocktail receptions and interactive sessions
30+ speakers offering the latest commercial and technical insight in parallel tracks on Markets and Trade and Innovation and R&D
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18 October
Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer 2017Now in its 31st year, Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer is the biggest event in the calendar for trade in Europe. With over 700 delegates drawn from every country in Europe and across the world, this is the only conference where you are guaranteed access to potential new customers and sup-pliers as well as existing contacts.
With over 53% of the delegates defined as CEO, President or Director-level, the seniority of the audience ensures that you will get direct contact with the decision-makers.
Why should you attend?• Find new business opportunities – Plan meetings with potential new
business partners with access to the delegate list and networking app before the event.
• Getthelatestmarketintelligence– Hear critical market developments including trade flows and the outlook for supply and demand for com-modity and specialty fertilizers.
• Strengthen your industry connections – Join your peers in a series of interactive sessions and roundtable discussions as well as cocktail parties throughout the event.
Don’t miss this chance to meet existing clients – and find new business – in one fantastic location over 3 days.
Delegate attendance from over 58 countriesDelegate feedback
“Huge number of participants - the perfect occasion to get information and new contacts” Manuel Knauer, New Business Development, BASF
“The conference should be essential to every company’s marketing plan”Jeff Ivan, Managing Director - International Sales, Yargus Manufacturing
Previous attendees include:• Borealis L.A.T. • Evergrow • Nitron • Grassland Agro • Dla Agro • Dreymoor Fertilizers • Ameropa • K+S Kali • SQM • ANIG • Interfert • OCI Nitrogen • Acinor • Gavriel • Heliopotasse • ICL Fertilizers • PhosAgro • Tessenderlo Group • Yara • Fertiberia • Borax Europe • Fertagro Trading • Grupa Azoty • Van Iperen • Lanxess • Chemag Agrarchemikalien • Rawfert • Antonio Tarazona • Valagro • Origin UK Operations • Elixir Group • Agravis • Etimine • Euragglo • LexMar Global • Aliphos Belgium • Tera Agra 11 • Fertas • Triferto • Trammo • Fosfan • Delta Marine Terminal • Agrofert • Herogra Fertilizantes • Bifert • Chengdu Rocca • Black Sea Gübre Ticaret • Sea-Invest • Prayon • Nidera • Compass Minerals • Port of Antwerp • Black Sea Fertilizers Trading • Rawtrade • Keytrade • Haifa Group • EuroChem • Agrium • Belarusian Potash Company • Compo Expert • Indorama • Nebig Verpakkingen • Medifer Iberian • Via Fertysem • Anfisco • Arab Potash Company • Timac Agro • Achema • MOPCO • DF Groupo • Neochim • Fertinagro Nutrientes • Zakkencentrale • Wilson EuroCarriers • CHS Europe • BASF • ArrMaz • Somiphos • Prayon • Anwil • Sirius • Milliken • SoilCares • EMT Blending and Bagging • HBC • European Bulk Services • Helm • Koch • OCP Group • Groupe Chimique Tunisien • and many more...
For more information on the conference: [email protected] +44 (0) 20 7780 4340 www.argusmedia.com/fertilizer-europe
Conference venue and locationThe W Hotel, Barcelona is ideally located on the beachfront with striking views over the Mediterranean and the architecturally stunning city of Barcelona. With 3 restaurants, a rooftop bar, sun deck and numerous terraces you will find plenty of location options to hold meetings throughout the venue. And if you plan to visit the city centre you are only a short taxi ride from the famous Las Ramblas, La Sagrada Familia and the many bars and restaurants the city has to offer.
Argus has negotiated a reduced bedroom rate for registered delegates. You will receive details of how to book with this discount with confirmation of your registration.
Wednesday 18 October
08.30 Registration and Exhibition Open
09.50 Micronutrients Forum*This session will offer all the technical and commercial insights you need to take a share of this growing market
OilandGasMarketTrends*Analyse changes in crude oil and gas trading patterns and the possible impacts on fertilizer producers
Fertilizer Fast Track Seminar*A guide to global fertilizer production, trade and demand dynamics
13:00 Light Lunch Served in the Exhibition Area
14.00 Micronutrients Forum OilandGasMarketTrends Fertilizer Fast Track
16.00 Champagne RoundtablesJoin fellow delegates for an interactive session addressing specific topics most important to your business objectives.
Choose from: 1. Nitrogen markets: Developments in production capacity and global trade flows 2. Trends in NPKs – Current trade dynamics and consumption in Europe 3. Phosphate market trends and demand dynamics 4. Exploring opportunities in the biostimulants market in Europe 5. Enhanced efficiency fertilizers for high value crops 6. Effective methods of incorporating and applying micronutrients 7. Increasing use of coated NPKs for slow or controlled release fertilizers 8. Meeting the specific nutrient requirements for crops in Southern European
18.30 Cocktail Reception
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Join your fellow attendees for a relaxed evening of drinks and networking
Thursday 19 October
08.30 Registration and Exhibition open
09.20 Keynote Plenary Presentations
12.30 Lunch
14.20 Markets TrackHear the latest intelligence on trading outlook and regional developments
Innovation and R&D TrackAssess the range of new products and innovations for enhancing crop yield
18.30 Cocktail Reception
Friday 20 October
08.30 Registration and Exhibition open
09.20 Markets Track Innovation and R&D Track
12.30 Lunch
14.30 End of Conference
*These sessions are separately bookable.
Join 700+ delegates - register today! [email protected] +44 (0) 20 7780 4340 www.argusmedia.com/fertilizer-europe
Agenda at a Glance
Wednesday 18 October
Micronutrients Forum
Following the success of the inaugural forum last year, this session will offer all the technical and commercial insights you need to take a share of this growing market
08:30 Registration and Exhibition Opens
09.50 Chair’s Opening RemarksAdrian Stubbs, Principal, Potash & Fertilizers, Argus
10.00 ChangingDynamicsintheGlobalMicronutrientsMarket• Growth drivers of micronutrient use globally • Adaptability of micronutrient routes to marketAdrian Stubbs, Principal, Potash & Fertilizers, Argus
10.30 Demand Trends in European Micronutrient Fertilizers• A look at micronutrient deficiencies and current application
trends • Identifying the micronutrient requirements of the major crops
produced in Europe
11.00 Advantages of Micronutrients and Beneficial Elements for Crop Quality• How crops benefit from improved quality (not just yield)• Impact of fertilizer application on quality traits and nutrient
biofortification• Communicating the benefits across the value chainHubert Kardasz, President, Intermag
11.30 Break
12.00 Assessing the Range of Application Methods for Boron • Blending, granulation and compaction • Fertigation and foliar application • Evaluating the outcome of field testsJordi Bru, Director, Global Market Development – Agriculture, Rio Tinto Borates
12.30 TheGrowthofFertigationandFoliarApplication• Why these techniques are becoming more widely used• Exploring innovative approaches to micronutrient application• Using suspension concentrate for spraying, coating and seed
treatmentKevin Moran, CTO, Kingenta
13.00 Light Lunch Served in the Exhibition Area
14.00 New Coating Technology for Micronutrients• The growing role of coatings in micronutrient delivery • Types of coatings and application techniques
14.30 Increasing Use of Chelated Micronutrients• New developments in synthetic chelated fertilizers• Focus on application of zinc, iron or copper chelate
15.00 Chair’s Closing Remarks and End of Micronutrients ForumAdrian Stubbs, Principal, Potash & Fertilizers, Argus
09.50 - 16.30Fertilizer Fast Track Seminar
A guide to global fertilizer production, trade and demand dynamics
During this in-depth one-day seminar you will gain valuable insight into key markets, the fertilizer value chain, types of contracts and how specific markets operate.
The seminar will address:• The market fundamentals and price drivers of each nutrient
group• Overview of the competitor landscape• Emerging trends, products, and opportunities
The seminar will conclude with an “Ask the Experts” panel. This is your opportunity to drill down into further detail on areas directly linked to your specific role.Led by: Matthew Neave, Manager, Consulting, Argus
Who is it for? • Newcomers to fertilizers from other agribusiness sectors, other
commodities or industries• Seasoned practitioners keen to refresh their knowledge of
fertilizer markets and trade • Fertilizer professionals with a new or expanding job remit
involving new markets or products
09.50 -15.00OilandGasMarketTrends
Analyse changes in crude oil and gas trading patterns and the possible impacts on fertilizer producers
The seminar will address:• How US output and exports are redrawing the playing field• Why is Opec policy struggling to catch up?• Identifying the bright spots of demand growth• Global gas markets in transition• Renewables, CO2 policy and demand for fossil fuels• LNG as a leveller of global gas prices• Price impacts along the chain from oil to gas to fertilizersJames Gooder, VP, Crude, ArgusMatthew Monteverde, VP, Commodity Markets, Argus
Choose from 3 specialist sessions focused on key areas of interest for the fertilizer industry. These sessions are separately bookable and places are limited – simply select your option on the booking page or when registering online at www.argusmedia.com/fertilizer-europe.
08.30 Registration and Exhibition Open
16.00-17.00 Champagne Roundtables
18.30-20.30 Cocktail Reception Sponsored by:
08.30 Registration and Exhibition Opens
09.20 Chairperson’s Welcome Remarks Frances Wollmer, Principal Consultant, Fertilizers, Argus
09.30 GlobalNitrogenMarket:ProductionTrendsandEffectonTradeDynamics
10.00 How the Fertilizer Industry Can Innovate and Contribute New Agricultural Solutions Terje Bakken, Managing Director, Head of Marketing and Sales Division, Eurochem
10.30 Latest Update on EU Regulations and Impact on the Fertilizer SectorEric Liegeois, Team Leader Fertilizers, DG for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs, European Commission (via video link)
11.00 Networking Break
Thursday 19 October
Markets and Trade14.20 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
14.30 Farmer Perspectives Panel: Views on Fertilizer Developments and Current Challenges• How is agronomic know-how being communicated to farmers• Approaches to balanced fertilization to maximise yields• Practical considerations for farmers relating to fertilizer usePanelists include:Max Schulman, Chairman, Copa-Cogeca Cereals Working Party Tiffanie Stephani, Agriculture and Environment Manager, Fertilizers Europe
15.00 Fertilizer Trade, Demand and Distribution in the Mediterranean • Regional soil deficiencies and crop requirements• Distribution channels for blended fertilizersNicolas Broutin, Commercial Director Mediterranean, Yara Crop Nutrition
15.30 Update on the Spanish Market – Crop Trends and Fertilizer Demand• Breakdown of fertilizer consumption by nutrient• Analysis of trade dynamics• Future trends in the fertilizer sectorPaloma Pérez, General Secretary, Asociación Nacional de Fabricantes de Fertilizantes (ANFFE)
16.00 Networking Break
16.30 AssessingRegionalTrendsandtheGrowingUseofSpecialties in South East Europe• Regional supply hubs and trade flows • Responding to crop requirements with specialty fertilizers • Why the use of specialty fertilizers is on the rise in South East
EuropeMilorad Perčić, Manager, Fertilizers and Raw Materials Procurement, Elixir Group
17.00 Developments in the Turkish Fertilizer Sector • Market drivers and demand dynamics• Regulatory updates and impact on fertilizer trade• Incorporating new specialty products to improve agricultural
output Mesud Şenkardeşler, Deputy General Manager, Gübretaş
17.30 Chair’s Closing Remarks
Innovation and R&D14.20 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Eran Barak, Independent Consultant and former Director Product Development & Technology, ICL Specialty Fertilizers
14.30 Innovative Products and Strategies to Maximize Crop Output • Developing eco-friendly solutions to improve nitrogen use efficiency• Assessing outcomes of field trials of new products on plant
quality and yieldJean Charles Djelalian, Global Fertilizer Director, Solvay
15.00 Optimising Soil Health - The Key to Sustainable Food Production• Science based solutions to enhance soil fertility and crop
nutrition• Improving crop yield and quality while monitoring the
environmental impact of food production•Stephanie Race, CEO, Crop Performance Ltd
15.30 Novel Additives for Enhanced Fertilizer Formulations• Effects of innovative surfactants & rheology modifiers on
fertilizer properties• Solutions for improving application properties of fertilizer
systemsDaniel Zweifel, Technical Manager, Dow Crop Defense EMEAI
16.00 Networking Break
16.30 Technical and Commercial Benefits of Applying Water Soluble Fertilizers • Latest innovations in water soluble fertilizers• Increasing fertilizer use efficiency with micro irrigation and
fertigation Eran Barak, Independent Consultant and former Director Product Development & Technology, ICL Specialty Fertilizers
17.00 Incorporating Biostimulants and Assessing the Impact on Overall Crop Performance• Support optimal growth and boosting yields with the right
biostimulants• Addressing the underlying mechanisms enhancing nutrient
uptake Patrick du Jardin, Professor and Head of Laboratory, Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, Université de Liège
17.30 Chair’s Closing Remarks
18.30-20.30 Cocktail Reception
11.40 Agricultural Production Trends in Europe and Impact on Demand for Farm Inputs Including FertilizersMatthijs Mondria, Managing Director, Global Sector Head Farm Inputs, Rabobank
12.10 ViewfromaFMCGManufactureronEvolvingFertilizerUseand Sustainability IssuesMark Pettigrew, Former Agricultural Sustainability Manager, PepsiCo
12.40 Multi Nutrient Fertilizers Supporting the Challenges of GlobalAgriculture• Acknowledgment and trends of multi nutrient fertilizers in the
European market • Efficient and effective fertilizer practices, the growing importance
of balanced fertilization • Promoting productive and sustainable agriculture Chris Fraser, CEO, Sirius
12.30-14.30 Lunch
For more information on the conference: [email protected] +44 (0) 20 7780 4340 www.argusmedia.com/fertilizer-europe
08.30 Registration and Exhibition Stands Open
12.30-14.30 Lunch and End of Conference
Markets and Trade09.20 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
09.30 Assessing Fertilizer Trends in a Macro-Economic Context• How the fertilizer market is affected by other commodity markets • The impact of global developments on the European market
10.00 Discussion Panel: How will Brexit and a Shifting Political Landscape in Europe Affect the Sector?• Impact on agricultural production and fertilizer trade• Impact of changing tariff schedules and farm economics post-
Brexit Panelists include:Sean Mackle, Trade and Economic Director, Fertilizers EuropeBede Heren, Editor - Fertilizer Europe, Argus
10.30 Fertilizer Market Outlook and Analysis of Recent M&A Activity • Impact of soft commodity prices • Drivers of M&A activity in the fertilizer sector• Assessing opportunities in growth markets
11.00 Networking Break
11.30 UpdateonIranianProductionandImpactonGlobalFertilizer Trade• Production trends and expanding export markets • Domestic consumption trendsMohammad Ali Vadikheil, CEO and Technology Adviser, Phoenix Vision
12.00 AssessingtheNPKsSupplyandDemandBalanceGloballyand Outlook for Europe• Global overview of production and trade flows• European trends and consumption in key markets
12.30 Chair’s Closing Remarks
Innovation and R&D09.20 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Tiffanie Stephani, Agriculture and Environment Manager, Fertilizers Europe
09.30 The Marriage of Fertilizers and Microbials• Assessing macro drivers contributing to increased focus on
microbial solutions • The role of microbials in plant health and productivity• Practical examples of integrating biologicals with synthetic
fertilizersMarcus Meadows-Smith, CEO, BioConsortia
10.00 The Use of Coatings to Improve Fertilizer Efficiency• Types of coatings and functions• Application techniques and advantages Erik van Kaathoven, CEO, Ekompany
10.30 The Role of Magnesium Fertilizers in Maximising Crop Yields and Enhancing Quality• The crucial role of magnesium for various metabolic processes• Assessing outcomes of field trials on specific cropsRolf Haerdter, Head of Global Agronomic Services, K+S
11.00 Networking Break
11.30 The Agronomic and Commercial Benefits of Multi Nutrient Fertilizers• Evaluating the added value of multi nutrient fertilizers in crop
quality and disease management• Demonstrating the sustainable characteristics and balanced
nutrition approach to fertilizationRobert Meakin, Research and Development Director, Sirius Minerals
12.00 Incorporating Value Added and Sustainable Products for ImprovedCropGrowth• Natural and sustainable complex micronutrients• Developing effective soil conditioner for improved crops growth• New solutions for phosphate fixation and liberation in the soilOscar Coll, Regional Agro Sales Manager, Borregaard Ibérica
12.30 Chair’s Closing Remarks
Friday 20 October
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Sponsorship and Exhibition OpportunitiesWith over 700 participants, drawn from the biggest producers, distributors and traders in the European supply chain, Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer gives you a unique platform to raise the profile of your company, your products or your services.
Whether you want to ensure everyone at the conference knows your brand by sponsoring a cocktail reception, want to communicate a message to a specific group of delegates or want to demonstrate your product at an exhibition stand, we can create a package which fits your objectives.
If you are interested in discussing options to promote your company at Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer, contact us at [email protected].
Feedback from Argus FMB Europe Fertilizer 2016
“As sponsors, the conference gave us excellent coverage and was great for networking. We met a lot of contacts and had many meetings.” Lionel Porte, Head of Product Development, Commodities, Euronext
“We came back from the conference with new experiences, new knowledge and of course new contacts”.Victor Bobko, Director Micronutrients Department, Imperiya Agro
For tailored sponsorship packages, contact us today by email at [email protected]
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2017 exhibitors include:
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Magnesite Chemical IndGroup
• Maschinenfabrik Köppern
• MillikenEurope• Haver&Boecker• Fischbein
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