Biobest appoints Arjan Heemskerk as GM The Netherlands
Added on 20 March 2025
Stemming from a flower wholesaling family, Arjan Heemskerk brings a wealth of experience to Biobest Netherlands. He previously served as Commercial Unit Lead EMEA Glass at Bayer Vegetable Seeds, where he focused on sustainable internal and external growth. With a passion for commercial and operational improvements, his strategic vision and dedication to sustainable horticulture make him a valuable addition to the Biobest team.
Expressing his enthusiasm about joining the company, Arjan Heemskerk stated, "I am excited to continue Biobest's mission of providing innovative biological crop protection solutions. Together with my team, I aim to deliver the highest quality products and services to Dutch growers, supporting them in achieving their goals in the challenging context of diminishing availability of conventional products."
Bart Sosef commented, "Leading Biobest Netherlands over the past decade has been a rewarding journey. I am confident that under Arjan's leadership, the company will continue to thrive and innovate in delivering sustainable solutions to our growers."
Biobest looks forward to this new chapter with Arjan Heemskerk at the helm, reinforcing its global commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture and customer service excellence.
ABOUT BIOBEST:
Biobest is a division of the BioFirst Group, a global leader in biological pest and disease control and bumblebee pollination. With 32 subsidiaries and a network in 50 countries, they export to more than 70 countries every week. The organisation provides solutions for both covered and outdoor crops through its Biobest, BioWorks, Plant Products and BIOTROP brands. Their 2,800 employees, including 600 in-house expert consultants, provide global support to growers, backed by ongoing investment in research and development. Biobest (and its subsidiaries) focuses on the production and sale of biological control agents (micro-organisms such as insects, predatory mites and nematodes) for the control of plant diseases and pests in horticultural crops, as well as bumblebee pollination.
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