MagrowTec News
B&D Chemical Installs Their First MagrowTec System
Congratulations to the B and D Chemical team for getting their first MagrowTec system up and running in Arrowsmith, IL. A great milestone and the start of many more to come!
This beautiful AGCO Fendt 934H Steel Boom is now field-ready—geared up to tackle thousands of acres of corn and beans with maximum efficiency and productivity.
A big thank you to John Kaeb from Kaeb Farm for choosing MagrowTec! We’re proud to support your commitment to smarter, more sustainable farming.
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
New hires in the US
We’re excited to welcome Matthew Long and Thomas Duden to the MagrowTec team as Technical Specialists in the US!
With strong backgrounds in ag machinery and technical support, they’ll play a key role in supporting new MagrowTec installations and providing hands-on assistance to our dealers and end-users across the region.
Welcome aboard, Matthew and Thomas—we’re thrilled to have you on the journey as we continue to grow and support sustainable farming!
Please join us in welcoming Matthew and Thomas to the MagrowTec team.

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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
Today is World Water Day!
At MagrowTec, we believe that every drop counts.
Our precision spray technology is designed to reduce drift and optimize coverage—helping farmers use water more efficiently while protecting crops, communities, and the planet.
By making smarter use of our natural resources, we’re not just growing food —we’re growing a more sustainable future.

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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
MagrowTec launches demo trailer in the US
Building on the excellent results we achieved in Australia and New Zealand, we are delighted to launch the MagrowTec Demo Trailer in the US.
Yesterday marked the first event with the MagrowTec demo trailer! While the Midwest weather didn’t cooperate perfectly for running demos, it was still a great opportunity for its maiden voyage and for it to be on display at the Planters Precision 20|20 Monitor Refresh grower event in Illinois.
Stay tuned to see where the MagrowTec Demo Trailer is headed next!
If you’re interested in joining a demo, let us know—we’d love to have you experience it firsthand!
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
MagrowTec has successfully achieved ISO 9001 recertification
We’re proud to share that MagrowTec has has successfully achieved ISO 9001 recertification! This reaffirms our commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and and operational excellence. It’s all about delivering the best for our customers and partners—building trust, reliability, and innovation every step of the way!
A huge thank you to our team, partners, and customers for being part of this journey. We’re just getting started!

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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
Gary Wickham featured on the latest episode of Farm To Table Podcast
Our CEO, Gary Wickham was the guest on the latest episode of Farm to Table Podcast with Rodger Wasson!
Tune in to hear insights on:
✅ The power of magnetic-assisted spraying
✅ How MagrowTec boosts efficiency & sustainability
✅ The future of precision agriculture
Don’t miss this very insightful conversation about the future of farming!
Available on the leading podcast platforms:

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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
We are looking for a Director of Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) to join our team!
If you or someone in your network is a passionate and experienced RD&I leader looking to make a significant impact in agricultural technology and food sustainability, we would like to hear from you.
Position Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled RD&I Director with a strong chemistry background and product development experience to drive innovation and R&D. This role requires a strategic thinker who understands both the science behind our technology and the product development lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping our RD&I strategy and roadmap, ensuring that our research and new product development activities align with market and commercial needs. The position is based in Dublin and will report directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Direct reports include the Lead Research Scientist and Research Engineers.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead, manage and expand the global RD&I team, fostering a culture of innovation and ensuring high performance and alignment with business objectives.
· Drive ideation, selection, and prioritisation of new product development programmes based on market and commercial needs.
· Manage and report on product development projects
· Advance MagrowTec’s core magnetic assist technology and explore new innovations in Nanobubble and Nanoparticle technology.
· Develop and implement world-class RD&I processes to optimise efficiency and effectiveness.
· Work closely with the commercial team to ensure product development aligns with customer needs and market trends.
· Contribute to the development of the company’s RD&I strategy and roadmap.
· Drive the patent process, from invention disclosures to securing intellectual property rights
· Implement, manage and oversee all product development processes and procedures.
· Assist in securing funding for RD&I activities through grants and other financial mechanisms available in Ireland and the EU.
· Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and presentations, acting as a thought leader in the field.
· Travel as required to support global RD&I initiatives, partnerships, and collaborations.
Key Qualifications & Experience
· Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
· Extensive experience in RD&I leadership, preferably within the agricultural, water treatment, or related technology sectors.
· Strong background in product development, with a proven track record of bringing scientific innovations to market.
· Deep understanding of magnetic treatment of fluids and its applications in agriculture is highly desirable.
· Experience in developing and managing Nanobubble and Nanoparticle technologies is a plus.
· Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary RD&I teams in a fast-paced environment.
· Proven expertise in implementing and optimising RD&I processes and best practices.
· Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive innovation.
· Knowledge of funding opportunities and experience in securing research and development financing within Ireland and the EU.
· Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to engage with stakeholders, investors, and industry leaders.
· Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed.
Why Join MagrowTec?
· Be part of a cutting-edge technology company making a tangible impact on sustainable agriculture.
· Lead a world-class RD&I team and drive innovation in a high-growth company.
· Work on exciting projects with the potential to transform agricultural spray efficiency.
· Competitive salary and benefits package.
· Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Click here to apply https://lnkd.in/eVkG6bVr
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
Karen Thomas joins MagrowTec as a Business Development Manager in Australia
MagrowTec is excited to announce that Karen Thomas has joined the team in the role of Business Development Manager in Australia.
Karen will be leading sales development in the key agricultural markets of Victoria and Tasmania, stepping into the role previously held by James Turtle, who transitioned to Sales Director for Australia and New Zealand in December 2024.
She will work closely with MagrowTec’s Australian distribution partners to drive awareness and sales through the sprayer equipment sales channel.
She will be based in Mildura, Victoria and will report directly to James Turtle, Sales Director for Australia and New Zealand.
Karen brings with her a wealth of experience in spray equipment, dealer operation and management, as well as training and teaching expertise.
With a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades in agribusiness and agronomy, Karen has held key leadership roles across various organizations.
She began her journey at North West Ag Services as a Manager/Agronomist (1996–2002) before moving on to Westvic Agspray, where she served as Managing Director from 2002 to 2014. She then transitioned to WDEA, first as a Team Leader (2014–2018) and later as Regional Manager until 2020. Seeking new challenges, Karen joined Emmets as a Service Manager in 2020 and was promoted to Regional Manager in 2021.
Since 2023, Karen has been shaping the next generation of agricultural professionals as a lecturer at Longerenong College, teaching Broadacre Crop Agronomy and Rural Business to students in the Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management, Diploma of Applied Agronomy, and Certificate II, III & IV in Agriculture programs.
Karen holds a Bachelor of Business in Agricultural Commerce, specializing in commerce, marketing, and commercial law from the University of Sydney, as well as an Associate Diploma of Applied Science & Agricultural Services from The Victorian College of Agriculture & Horticulture (VCAH).
“The addition of Karen to the ANZ Team brings another level of experience and expertise which compliments the skills our existing BDM’s have. Karen’s strong spray equipment knowledge, business acumen and dealer management experience will stand not only her territory in good stead but the entire MagrowTec ANZ and global business“ said James Turtle, MagrowTec’s Sales Director for Australia & New Zealand.
Commenting on her appointment, Karen said “I am excited to come on board with MagrowTec, the product is compelling, offering science backed results to improve spray application enabling increased efficacy with reduced water rates. I am eager to partner with the regions dealers and agricultural community to share and implement this technology to increase beneficial agronomic outcomes and cost savings to producers”.
Please join us in welcoming Karen to the MagrowTec team.
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
New Installation Alert!
We’re thrilled to announce a successful MagrowTec installation with Croplands at Byron Birch’s dryland property ‘Morven’ near Bellata, NSW!
The Goldacres G4 Self-Propelled Sprayer, now equipped with our cutting-edge MagrowTec Boom Kit, is ready to hit the fields—delivering precision spraying, reduced waste, and maximum crop coverage!
Stay tuned as we follow Byron’s MagrowTec journey including Farmers2Founders and The Thomas Elder Foundation.
More insights coming soon!
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.
MagrowTec in Bulgaria!
We’re thrilled to welcome Agroconsult Bulgaria as a MagrowTec dealer in Bulgaria!
Specializing in pivot irrigation, grain storage and machinery, Agroconsult operates in five locations across Bulgaria—Stara Zagora, Ruse, Shumen, Pleven, and Montana.
With a dedicated team of service professionals and sales experts, they provide comprehensive coverage across the country, ensuring top-notch support for their customers.
They will be exhibiting MagrowTec at the International Fair Plovdiv (Agra Show), giving visitors the opportunity to learn how MagrowTec enhances spray efficiency, coverage, and drift reduction.
Visit Agroconsult Machinery at the AGRA Show from the 18-22 of February to meet their team and explore the benefits of MagrowTec firsthand!
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Ana Sampaio is Brazilian with Portuguese citizenship, living in Ireland since 2016. She joined MagrowTec in 2019 and currently holds the position of Head of Marketing. With over a decade of experience in branding, communications, and international marketing strategy, Ana plays a key role in driving global awareness and growth for MagrowTec’s innovative agri-tech solutions. She is passionate about innovation, storytelling, and creating meaningful connections between technology and the people who use it.