Key Takeaways
- Darren Dillenbeck has been named CEO of BW Fusion, bringing over 30 years of agricultural industry leadership, including his recent role as President of FMC North America.
- BW Fusion, formed through the merger of three companies, aims to unify agronomy expertise, biological and nutritional products, and data-driven farm management solutions.
- Dillenbeck will focus on scaling operations and positioning BW Fusion as a leader in U.S. agricultural nutrition and biological solutions.
- The company offers growers integrated solutions backed by biological research and advanced data tools for optimizing crop productivity and soil health.
- The CEO appointment follows BW Fusion’s consolidation with Biodyne and Agronomy 365 in November 2024.
BW Fusion Appoints First CEO Following Recent Merger
BW Fusion, the newly formed company resulting from the merger of three established agricultural firms, has appointed Darren Dillenbeck as its first Chief Executive Officer. The appointment marks a key step in providing unified leadership as BW Fusion integrates its diverse offerings to better serve U.S. growers. “With more than three decades of experience leading transformative agriculture companies, Darren is the right leader to guide our next chapter,” said Gil Farley, founder of BW Fusion.
Dillenbeck’s background includes leadership roles at Dow AgroSciences and FMC, where he was recognized for driving business transformation and growth. At FMC North America, he oversaw commercial, regulatory, and development teams and was instrumental in doubling FMC Canada’s sales within three years.
BW Fusion: Unifying Nutritional, Biological, and Data Solutions
The creation of BW Fusion in November 2024 combined the product development and commercial expertise of three entities, including Biodyne, known for over 30 years of biological research, and Agronomy 365, a provider of advanced field data and software tools.
This consolidation aims to offer growers a comprehensive portfolio, including:
- Nutritional and biological crop inputs
- Agronomic education and support
- Integrated field management with real-time data and analysis
The company’s solutions focus on promoting soil vitality and addressing plant and soil challenges proactively through biological and nutrient integration.
CEO Vision: Growth and Respect in the Biological Space
Dillenbeck expressed confidence in BW Fusion’s potential to become a recognized leader in the agriculture sector.
“My vision for this business is not only growth, but to also make it the most respected business in the nutritional and biological space within U.S. agriculture,” he said.
He emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting growers with solutions that optimize crop nutrition, enhance productivity, and build long-term partnerships based on education and value.
Supporting Growers with Integrated, Field-Ready Solutions
Through its education-first approach and broad product and service offerings, the company seeks to assist growers in navigating agronomic challenges and maximizing profitability.
The company’s combined capabilities include:
- Biological and nutritional product lines
- Real-time field monitoring and tracking
- Soil and tissue sampling
- Customizable fertility and input programs
As BW Fusion enters its next phase under Dillenbeck’s leadership, the company plans to continue its mission of helping growers enhance both crop performance and soil health through integrated, science-based solutions.
