Biothinking for a better Agriculture
At HOLISSOR, our commitment to sustainability is at the core of everything we do. As a biotech company, we focus on transforming high-potential agro-industrial from the U.S. food industry into efficient, sustainable biostimulants and biofertilizers. Our team's dedication to regenerative agriculture empowers farmers to nourish and strengthen their crops with solutions that are both high-performing and environmentally conscious.
Through a strong collaboration with the University of Seville, HOLISSOR has developed patented processes for obtaining biosolutions with high levels of amino acids, organic nitrogen, oligopeptides, and phytohormones, offering high-performance solutions for both conventional and organic agriculture.
Empowering farmers to enhance crop profitability
through biosolutions that nourish,
stimulate, and protect.
Our Product
Our Product
Our Product
Biossor: Natural Innovation Against Abiotic Stress in Crops
Abiotic stress, triggered by extreme environmental conditions, poses an increasing threat to agricultural productivity. In response to this challenge, Holissor has developed Biossor, an organic plant biostimulant (BOV) produced through enzymatic technology using agro-industrial plant-based residues.
This water-soluble extract is enriched with organic nitrogen and bioactive compounds such as amino acids, isoflavones, and phytohormones, which provide strong antioxidant properties. Thanks to this unique composition, Biossor not only nourishes crops but also helps mitigate the harmful effects of abiotic stress, supporting plant health and sustainable yield improvement.
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Strengthen the plant system
Enhance nutrients uptake, transport and mobilization of minerals
Stimulate the vegetative growth
Uniformity of flowering and fruiting
Improve the quality parameters of fruits
Prepare the plant against stress conditions
Holissor Solutions
Holissor Solutions
Holissor Solutions
At HOLISSOR, we understand the complexities of large-scale agricultural production.
In a world of increasing regulations, shifting market demands, and rising environmental pressures, our company provides innovative biosolutions that help farmers remain profitable and sustainable.
Natural Biostimulant Action
Natural Biostimulant Action
Natural Biostimulant Action
Stimulates Plant Growth and Enhances Yield Quality
Holissor products not only boost growth but also improve fruit size, flavor, color, and shelf life. Crops become more resilient, consistent, and profitable—meeting both farmer and market expectations.
Why Holissor?
We transform the way we cultivate our planet.
We’re more than a biosolutions company.
We’re partners to the people who feed the world.
We’re more than a biosolutions company.
We’re partners to the people who feed the world.
40% reduction
40% reduction in chemical fertilizer use when paired with our biostimulants.
40% reduction
40% reduction in chemical fertilizer use when paired with our biostimulants.
40% reduction
40% reduction in chemical fertilizer use when paired with our biostimulants.
100% upcycled
100% of our active ingredients are derived from upcycled agro-industrial byproducts.
100% upcycled
100% of our active ingredients are derived from upcycled agro-industrial byproducts.
100% upcycled
100% of our active ingredients are derived from upcycled agro-industrial byproducts.
10+ Countries
Our products are loved and shipped across more than 100 countries.
10+ Countries
Our products are loved and shipped across more than 100 countries.
10+ Countries
Our products are loved and shipped across more than 100 countries.
Our Team
Executive Team
Executive Team
Executive Team
Our team is made up of people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This diversity enriches us as a team and allows us to approach challenges from a wide range of angles.
Founder of Holissor LLC. Awarded by the National Sciences Foundation of the United States of America. He has a long history of leadership positions in both US and European biotech companies, always focused on agricultural innovations and have successfully developed and commercialized a wide range of innovative biotech products. He has received his formal education in biochemistry (Univ. de Córdoba) and in agribusiness management (Santelmo Business School).
José Antonio de Cote
CEO & CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER
Founder of Holissor LLC. Awarded by the National Sciences Foundation of the United States of America. He has a long history of leadership positions in both US and European biotech companies, always focused on agricultural innovations and have successfully developed and commercialized a wide range of innovative biotech products. He has received his formal education in biochemistry (Univ. de Córdoba) and in agribusiness management (Santelmo Business School).
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José Antonio de Cote
CEO & CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER
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Founder of Holissor LLC. Awarded by the National Sciences Foundation of the United States of America. He has a long history of leadership positions in both US and European biotech companies, always focused on agricultural innovations and have successfully developed and commercialized a wide range of innovative biotech products. He has received his formal education in biochemistry (Univ. de Córdoba) and in agribusiness management (Santelmo Business School).
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José Antonio de Cote
CEO & CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER
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Dr. Barbier is a soil-plant scientist with over 20 years of experience in product development for both conventional and organic markets. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, a master’s in Crop Protection in International Commerce, and a Doctorate in Soil and Plant Science with a minor in Plant Health Management. He has worked with various crops and for major companies like Chiquita, Monsanto, Bayer, Syngenta, Stockton, and Rio Tinto. In 2010, he founded a consultancy to help companies develop and launch products. Known for his high work ethic, Dr. Barbier is acclaimed for assessing products and teaching farmers how to improve soil health and crop yield. As COO, he turns ideas into profitable realities through a reliable follow-up system.
Dr. Marcel Barbier
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Dr. Barbier is a soil-plant scientist with over 20 years of experience in product development for both conventional and organic markets. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, a master’s in Crop Protection in International Commerce, and a Doctorate in Soil and Plant Science with a minor in Plant Health Management. He has worked with various crops and for major companies like Chiquita, Monsanto, Bayer, Syngenta, Stockton, and Rio Tinto. In 2010, he founded a consultancy to help companies develop and launch products. Known for his high work ethic, Dr. Barbier is acclaimed for assessing products and teaching farmers how to improve soil health and crop yield. As COO, he turns ideas into profitable realities through a reliable follow-up system.
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Dr. Marcel Barbier
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
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Dr. Barbier is a soil-plant scientist with over 20 years of experience in product development for both conventional and organic markets. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, a master’s in Crop Protection in International Commerce, and a Doctorate in Soil and Plant Science with a minor in Plant Health Management. He has worked with various crops and for major companies like Chiquita, Monsanto, Bayer, Syngenta, Stockton, and Rio Tinto. In 2010, he founded a consultancy to help companies develop and launch products. Known for his high work ethic, Dr. Barbier is acclaimed for assessing products and teaching farmers how to improve soil health and crop yield. As COO, he turns ideas into profitable realities through a reliable follow-up system.
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Dr. Marcel Barbier
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
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Matthew is a dedicated Trial and Research Manager with experience managing diverse field and laboratory trials on agronomically important crops, specializing in applying biostimulants and biologicals to improve yield and production systems while preserving the agroecosystem. His work has equipped him with the unique ability to advocate for innovative crop and seed solutions, driving a positive triple bottom line for farmers. He brings extensive experience in research, grant writing, trial design, and stakeholder communication, honed through his diverse roles throughout the industry. Matthew’s leadership skills, developed during his service in the United States Army and North Carolina Army National Guard, allow him to manage complex projects effectively and with flexibility. He is passionate about advancing agricultural practices that enhance both farmer profitability and environmental sustainability.
Mathew Starr
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Matthew is a dedicated Trial and Research Manager with experience managing diverse field and laboratory trials on agronomically important crops, specializing in applying biostimulants and biologicals to improve yield and production systems while preserving the agroecosystem. His work has equipped him with the unique ability to advocate for innovative crop and seed solutions, driving a positive triple bottom line for farmers. He brings extensive experience in research, grant writing, trial design, and stakeholder communication, honed through his diverse roles throughout the industry. Matthew’s leadership skills, developed during his service in the United States Army and North Carolina Army National Guard, allow him to manage complex projects effectively and with flexibility. He is passionate about advancing agricultural practices that enhance both farmer profitability and environmental sustainability.
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Mathew Starr
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
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Matthew is a dedicated Trial and Research Manager with experience managing diverse field and laboratory trials on agronomically important crops, specializing in applying biostimulants and biologicals to improve yield and production systems while preserving the agroecosystem. His work has equipped him with the unique ability to advocate for innovative crop and seed solutions, driving a positive triple bottom line for farmers. He brings extensive experience in research, grant writing, trial design, and stakeholder communication, honed through his diverse roles throughout the industry. Matthew’s leadership skills, developed during his service in the United States Army and North Carolina Army National Guard, allow him to manage complex projects effectively and with flexibility. He is passionate about advancing agricultural practices that enhance both farmer profitability and environmental sustainability.
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Mathew Starr
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
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Strategy Advisory Board
Alvaro Castillo Rodríguez is an MBA candidate at IESE Business School with a Mechanical Engineering degree from Rice University. He spent three years at McKinsey & Company, leading transformation projects across Latin America with over $200M in impact. His experience includes strategy, digital transformation, procurement, and go-to-market design in industries like banking and consumer goods.
Alvaro Castillo Rodriguez
STRATEGY ADVISOR
Alvaro Castillo Rodríguez is an MBA candidate at IESE Business School with a Mechanical Engineering degree from Rice University. He spent three years at McKinsey & Company, leading transformation projects across Latin America with over $200M in impact. His experience includes strategy, digital transformation, procurement, and go-to-market design in industries like banking and consumer goods.
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Alvaro Castillo Rodriguez
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Alvaro Castillo Rodríguez is an MBA candidate at IESE Business School with a Mechanical Engineering degree from Rice University. He spent three years at McKinsey & Company, leading transformation projects across Latin America with over $200M in impact. His experience includes strategy, digital transformation, procurement, and go-to-market design in industries like banking and consumer goods.
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Alvaro Castillo Rodriguez
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Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge is a member of the Board of Directors of Grupo Empresarial Mariposa, one of the most important corporations in the region, and president of the Board of Trustees of Universidad de Istmo in Guatemala. He’s an Industrial Mechanical Engineer with a master's degree in business administration from INCAE. Alvaro has a well-known track record in corporate leadership, institutional governance, and strengthening higher education in the country. His commitment to business development and the formation of new generations has been constant throughout his career.
Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge
STRATEGY ADVISOR
Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge is a member of the Board of Directors of Grupo Empresarial Mariposa, one of the most important corporations in the region, and president of the Board of Trustees of Universidad de Istmo in Guatemala. He’s an Industrial Mechanical Engineer with a master's degree in business administration from INCAE. Alvaro has a well-known track record in corporate leadership, institutional governance, and strengthening higher education in the country. His commitment to business development and the formation of new generations has been constant throughout his career.
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Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge
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Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge is a member of the Board of Directors of Grupo Empresarial Mariposa, one of the most important corporations in the region, and president of the Board of Trustees of Universidad de Istmo in Guatemala. He’s an Industrial Mechanical Engineer with a master's degree in business administration from INCAE. Alvaro has a well-known track record in corporate leadership, institutional governance, and strengthening higher education in the country. His commitment to business development and the formation of new generations has been constant throughout his career.
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Alvaro Estuardo Castillo Monge
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Gonzalo is an Executive Consultant at Forefront Solutions advising on deal structures and providing practical and innovative solutions for a wide range of corporate and financial transactions, particularly involving distribution channels in the US and Latin America markets. He was the head of Legal and Compliance Latin America for two divisions of General Electric for over 10 years. Prior to joining GE, Gonzalo was an attorney at the law firm of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, New York Office. Gonzalo has extensive experience in working with executive management teams in all areas pertaining to corporate legal and compliance matters. Gonzalo holds Master’s Degree from New York University School of law and is a member of the New York bar. He has lectured at legal programs on doing business in Latin America and has served as officer of several Latin American companies. 0 years of experience in banking, with a focus on agro-industrial supply chains in Latin America and the United States. His expertise in the food system and product development has significantly impacted agribusiness in countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Central America, and others. He has held roles ranging from Country Manager to Managing Director, driving growth and innovation.
Gonzalo Pardo de Zela
STRATEGY ADVISOR
Gonzalo is an Executive Consultant at Forefront Solutions advising on deal structures and providing practical and innovative solutions for a wide range of corporate and financial transactions, particularly involving distribution channels in the US and Latin America markets. He was the head of Legal and Compliance Latin America for two divisions of General Electric for over 10 years. Prior to joining GE, Gonzalo was an attorney at the law firm of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, New York Office. Gonzalo has extensive experience in working with executive management teams in all areas pertaining to corporate legal and compliance matters. Gonzalo holds Master’s Degree from New York University School of law and is a member of the New York bar. He has lectured at legal programs on doing business in Latin America and has served as officer of several Latin American companies. 0 years of experience in banking, with a focus on agro-industrial supply chains in Latin America and the United States. His expertise in the food system and product development has significantly impacted agribusiness in countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Central America, and others. He has held roles ranging from Country Manager to Managing Director, driving growth and innovation.
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Gonzalo Pardo de Zela
STRATEGY ADVISOR
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Gonzalo is an Executive Consultant at Forefront Solutions advising on deal structures and providing practical and innovative solutions for a wide range of corporate and financial transactions, particularly involving distribution channels in the US and Latin America markets. He was the head of Legal and Compliance Latin America for two divisions of General Electric for over 10 years. Prior to joining GE, Gonzalo was an attorney at the law firm of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, New York Office. Gonzalo has extensive experience in working with executive management teams in all areas pertaining to corporate legal and compliance matters. Gonzalo holds Master’s Degree from New York University School of law and is a member of the New York bar. He has lectured at legal programs on doing business in Latin America and has served as officer of several Latin American companies. 0 years of experience in banking, with a focus on agro-industrial supply chains in Latin America and the United States. His expertise in the food system and product development has significantly impacted agribusiness in countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Central America, and others. He has held roles ranging from Country Manager to Managing Director, driving growth and innovation.
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Gonzalo Pardo de Zela
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Science Advisory Board
Science Advisory Board
Science Advisory Board
Juan focuses on developing bioprocesses and valorizing organic by-products for biofertilizers and bio-stimulants. Their work has led to industrial applications and the generation of cutting-edge technology for circular economy bioprocesses. They have directed over 20 research projects funded by various agencies, including the European Commission H2020 and the Ministry of Education and Science. Collaborating with companies like Heineken Spain and Symborg, they have developed patents and conducted over 20 research contracts.
Professor Juan Parrado, PhD
SPECIALIST IN BIOSTIMULANT – UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLA PROFESSOR
Juan focuses on developing bioprocesses and valorizing organic by-products for biofertilizers and bio-stimulants. Their work has led to industrial applications and the generation of cutting-edge technology for circular economy bioprocesses. They have directed over 20 research projects funded by various agencies, including the European Commission H2020 and the Ministry of Education and Science. Collaborating with companies like Heineken Spain and Symborg, they have developed patents and conducted over 20 research contracts.
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Professor Juan Parrado, PhD
SPECIALIST IN BIOSTIMULANT – UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLA PROFESSOR
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Juan focuses on developing bioprocesses and valorizing organic by-products for biofertilizers and bio-stimulants. Their work has led to industrial applications and the generation of cutting-edge technology for circular economy bioprocesses. They have directed over 20 research projects funded by various agencies, including the European Commission H2020 and the Ministry of Education and Science. Collaborating with companies like Heineken Spain and Symborg, they have developed patents and conducted over 20 research contracts.
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Professor Juan Parrado, PhD
SPECIALIST IN BIOSTIMULANT – UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLA PROFESSOR
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Our collaborators
Research and technological development are basic pillars with which to offer solutions to the agri-food and health sectors.
To this end, we collaborate with universities, public and private research centers and other companies to generate new scientific knowledge to improve people’s lives.
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How are Holissor products different from traditional fertilizers?
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How are Holissor products different from traditional fertilizers?
Are your products compatible with organic farming?
Are Holissor products safe for the environment?
Where can I buy Holissor products?
Do you offer field trials or sample programs?
How are Holissor products different from traditional fertilizers?
Are your products compatible with organic farming?
Are Holissor products safe for the environment?
Where can I buy Holissor products?
Do you offer field trials or sample programs?
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