John has a history of progressive product development and technical management experience in crop protection. He has an extensive background in global crop protection formulations with deep knowledge of seed treatments technology and market needs. His experience includes seed treatment application, regulatory, efficacy, and product launch and sales support. Companies he has worked for include Uniroyal, Gustafson, Bayer, Chemtura, FMC; and he has collaborated with numerous others. Product development and launches include Vitavax, Poncho, Prosper and Rancona. Current projects which John is operating range from microbes and organic treatments to colors and polymer. Leads portfolio development for a variety of clients, including acting as Vice-President – Technology for Standard Agro/Colorant Solutions.