Karen Warkentien serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs at AgroSpheres, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the company's mission to transform agriculture through innovative bio-based solutions. With her extensive background in regulatory affairs across government, industry, and consulting, Karen brings a wealth...
Karen Warkentien serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs at AgroSpheres, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the company's mission to transform agriculture through innovative bio-based solutions. With her extensive background in regulatory affairs across government, industry, and consulting, Karen brings a wealth of expertise in navigating the complexities of pesticide registration and compliance. Her proficiency in managing product registrations for conventional, biochemical, and microbial pesticide products positions her as a key asset in ensuring that AgroSpheres' cutting-edge RNA interference (RNAi) technologies meet regulatory standards.
At AgroSpheres, Karen is currently leading several key projects that focus on the development and approval of novel pest control solutions. Her work involves conducting thorough regulatory analysis and strategy formulation to facilitate the introduction of products that utilize the company's unique encapsulation technology. This innovative approach not only enhances the stability of RNAi products but also allows for a tunable release profile, ensuring targeted and effective pest management while minimizing environmental impact.
Karen's specialties in pesticide regulatory affairs, FIFRA enforcement action response, and data compensation assessment are instrumental in navigating the regulatory landscape. She is adept at conducting pesticide due diligence and product defense, ensuring that AgroSpheres maintains a competitive edge in the market. Additionally, her skills in advertising and label review help to ensure that all communications are compliant and effectively convey the benefits of AgroSpheres' bio-based solutions. Through her leadership, Karen Warkentien is not only shaping the regulatory framework for innovative agricultural products but also contributing to a more sustainable future in agriculture.
