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The Future of Family Business in the Seed Sector: Key Success Factors

Family-owned enterprises have shaped the global seed industry for generations. But scaling, succession, and globalization bring new complexities. At #WorldSeed2026 in Lisbon, this panel will explore leadership transitions, innovation investment, and the unique competitive advantages family businesses bring to a rapidly modernizing sector.

🗓️ Tuesday, 19 May 2026
🕐 12:00-14:00 Lisbon time/UTC+1
📍 Mirror Restaurant, L1, Centro de Congressos Lisboa (CCL), Portugal
🔗 Follow live on LinkedIn and Channel World Seed

Speakers:
- Angela Attavar, Indo-American Hybrid Seeds (India) Pvt. Ltd.
- Eduard Fitó, Semillas Fitó (Spain)
- Cecilia Basso, Basso Semillas (Argentina)
- Jeanne Gautier, GAUTIER Semences (France)
- Maaike Groot, East-West Seed (Netherlands/Thailand)

Moderator: Albert Jan Thomassen, FBN (Family Business Network)- Netherlands