About Us Breathing life back into the planet by improving soil and crop quality. Established in 1993, Biotechnica offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of agricultural regenerative biostimulants and are the UK’s largest manufacturer of seaweed extracts. We also produce seaweed polysaccharides, which are used as animal feed supplements towards their gut health. Our aim is to contribute to regenerative farming by reducing dependence on chemical inputs whilst maintaining or improving productivity and quality. This also includes all efforts towards improving soil health. We supply our products through distributors and buying groups globally and are always interested in hearing from new distributors. We offer the full backing of the Biotechnica team in terms of manufacturing capability, technical support and product training. If our products could be a fit for your business, please get in touch to see whether we have potential distributorship opportunities available in your country. Biotechnica offer both branded and white label products, and manufacture bespoke formulations. Our technical team are happy to discuss your current needs and make recommendations, no matter the scale of your current and future operation. Why not reach out to us with any questions on +44 (0)1234 989 000 or email: info@biotechnica.co.uk Meet the board… Schalk de Beer, Director Schalk is responsible for the entire “technology portfolio” of Biotechnica, including maintenance, evolution of existing technologies and the strategic addition of new and innovative technologies. Working with Norfolk Seaweed Ltd, they have been assessing cultivated seaweed to produce agricultural biostimulants. In early 2024, they oversaw the first spring barley trials with the Catalyst farming group in Holkham, using a group of such biostimulants. They aim to prove the possible reduction of chemical fertiliser use of up to 15 – 20% and will continue this work over the next three years, to extend the type of crops being trialed. Schalk has a Masters degree, in chemical engineering. Geeta Sharma, Scientific Operations Geeta is responsible for the scientific development of Biotechnica’s technology portfolio. Overseeing all work in Biotechnica’s own laboratory, as well as any contracted services to external laboratories, Geeta drives the company’s biomolecular development and is instrumental in co-creating the regulatory infrastructure of parent company, Central Pharma Contract Holdings (CPCH). Geeta has a Masters degree in Biochemistry. Certifications & Accreditations We pride ourselves on producing quality natural products of the highest standard. Our products have received the following certifications:
