Bionema receives the King’s Award for Enterprise – Innovation 2024

UK’s highest honour recognises breakthrough biological technology in sustainable agriculture.

 Bionema Group Ltd., a pioneering UK biocontrol technology company, has been awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise – Innovation 2024, recognising its world-leading innovations in sustainable crop protection and soil regeneration.

The prestigious award was formally presented by Louise Fleet CStJ, JP, His Majesty The King’s Lord-Lieutenant for West Glamorgan, acting as the personal representative of His Majesty King Charles III, during a grand ceremony held on 15 May 2025 at The Guildhall, Swansea.

“This once-in-a-lifetime honour highlights the global impact of Bionema’s nature-based innovations,” said Dr. Minshad Ansari, Founder and CEO of Bionema. “We are proud to lead a movement away from harmful chemicals and toward a more regenerative, sustainable future in farming.”

Why Bionema was selected

• Innovative Technology: Patented NemaTrident®, a tri-component nematode-based bioinsecticide system with a biocompatible wetting agent—acquired by Syngenta in 2021.
• Environmental Impact: Zero residue, safe for non-target species, and free from pesticide resistance, supporting biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.
• Commercial Growth: 1,882% export growth, 105 per cent increase in total sales, and 62 per cent of turnover driven by innovation.
• Customer Success Model: Integrated technical training and support to ensure optimal field performance.
• ESG Leadership: Proven alignment with sustainability goals and environmental stewardship.