Seminar Recap – Prof. Patrick Brown & Dr. Dan Rooney
The seminar titled ‘Why are we wasting our time on soil and plant testing’ on the 13th of February was joined by Professor Patrick Brown from the University of California, Davis, USA and Dr. Dan Rooney the CEO of LandScan.
Prof. Patrick Brown is a leading expert in precision nutrient and fertiliser management, with a strong focus on the use of biostimulants to enhance crop performance. In addition to his academic role, he serves as a consultant to key players in the fertiliser and agricultural chemical industries, guiding the development and acquisition of innovative products. He also advises government bodies on regulatory frameworks related to fertilisers and biostimulants.
Click here for Prof. Patrick Brown full profile.
Joining him is Dr. Dan Rooney, CEO of LandScan. Dr. Rooney has over two decades of experience in advancing and commercialising breakthrough technologies for mapping soils and vegetation. LandScan specialises in delivering smart, data-driven tools that support farmers, foresters, and land managers in maximising productivity, profitability, and environmental sustainability. Their platform integrates remote sensing, spatial data analysis, and machine learning to generate precise, actionable insights.
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