Active AgriScience Inc is a leading provider of technologically advanced Biological & Chemical Seed Treatments, Foliar Plant Nutrition and Nitrogen Management that improve yield and decrease environmental impact. Our products and intellectual property benefit farmers throughout Australia, Europe and North America.
Active AgriScience was founded in 2013 by Dr. Ranil Waliwitiya, a UBC/Simon Fraser graduate, and his UBC Professor Dr. Andrew Riseman. The company continues its ties to the University of British Columbia by having its Biological & Chemical Research Laboratories and Greenhouse located on campus.
Our new Head Office is centrally located in Saskatoon, SK and supported by additional manufacturing in Charlottetown, PEI; Milwaukee, WI; and Waterloo, IA. Corporate Headquarters is based in New Westminster, BC.
Ground-breaking research is conducted by 2 corporate laboratories, 4 Canadian & 2 American Universities combined with independent third-party verification of efficacy resulting in innovative products that allows growers to improve production, quality & profits while reducing the impact on the environment.
All of our products begin with a desire to solve a grower’s problem, or to more significantly improve production and yield.
Our scientists are experts in the plant growth cycle at a molecular level and understand precisely how various bio-chemical elements are absorbed and utilized by different parts of the plant.
This knowledge sparks targeted ideas to solve growers’ cultivation problems.
These ideas lead to hypotheses that are tested using observation, measurement, experimentation, formulation, testing, and modification.
Potential products are then subject to rigorous research and thorough efficacy testing to ensure expected field performance. From this process, our team makes extraordinary new discoveries several of which hold international patents.
All of our products begin with a desire to solve a grower’s problem, or to more significantly improve production and yield.
Our scientists are experts in the plant growth cycle at a molecular level and understand precisely how various bio-chemical elements are absorbed and utilized by different parts of the plant.
This knowledge sparks targeted ideas to solve growers’ cultivation problems.
These ideas lead to hypotheses that are tested using observation, measurement, experimentation, formulation, testing, and modification.
Potential products are then subject to rigorous research and thorough efficacy testing to ensure expected field performance. From this process, our team makes extraordinary new discoveries several of which hold international patents.
Active AgriScience key products include Active Prime™ for seed treatment, Active Build™, Active Flower™ & Active Complete™ for foliar spray.
Active AgriScience patented nitrogen stabilization technology is called ARM U Advance™ which dual mode of action inhibits ammonia volatilization and nitrification reducing nitrogen loss to the environment by up to 95%.
We are a qualified team of leaders, technicians, chemists and biologists. We work closely together in an open-space environment to ensure clear communication and a smooth production process.
As CEO and company founder, Ranil develops new and innovative fertilizer and plant growth enhancing technologies for the Canadian and international markets.
In his role as CEO, Ranil develops new and innovative fertilizer and plant growth enhancing technologies for the Canadian and international markets. His current activities focus on formulation chemistry designed to maximize plant vigor and yield.
Ranil has over 18 years of experience in cutting-edge crop nutrition. He previously held the position of Director of Research and Development for three leading fertilizer manufacturers in Canada.
Ranil holds a PhD in Toxicology from Simon Fraser University (SFU), a MSc. in Plant Sciences from the University of British Columbia (UBC), and a BSc in Agriculture from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Andrew Riseman is a major shareholder at Active AgriScience Inc. He has the knowledge and expertise required to support growers. He is also an Associate Professor of Applied Biology and Plant Breeding at the University of British Columbia (UBC).
Andrew Riseman is a major shareholder at Active AgriScience Inc. He has the knowledge and expertise required to support farmers. He is also an Associate Professor of Applied Biology and Plant Breeding at the University of British Columbia (UBC).
Andrew graduated with a PhD from Pennsylvania State University in 1997 and specializes in research of bioactive formulations for enhanced agricultural production.
Andrew's general areas of interest include plant breeding, intercrop interactions, nutrient use efficiency, root physiology, biotic and abiotic stressor resistance, and edaphic selection.
In his role as manager of the microbial laboratory at Active AgriScience, Peter develops beneficial biofertilizers for commercial crops, and assists with R&D/product formulation.
In his role as manager of the microbial laboratory at Active AgriScience, Peter develops beneficial biofertilizers for commercial crops, and assists with R&D/product formulation.
His recent background includes research work at the University of British Columbia (UBC), and BC Research Inc. Peter holds an honours MSc in Biology and Chemistry from Ternopil Pedagogical University, Ukraine and has completed graduate work in cell biology and genetic engineering at the Ukraine Academy of Sciences, Kiev, and Queen Mary and Westfield College, London, UK.
With more than 30 years of leadership experience in a variety of industries including manufacturing, wholesale distribution, commercial property development and retail, Shannon is responsible for all business functions of Active AgriScience.
With more than 30 years of leadership experience in variety of industries including manufacturing, wholesale distribution, commercial property development and retail, Shannon is responsible for all business functions of Active AgriScience. He brings with him considerable expertise in leading high growth businesses with national and/or global operations.
Shannon's entrepreneurial journey began at age 12 when he opened a takeout pizzeria operating from his parent's summer home. Over his career, he founded 6 start-ups, acquired 5 businesses and sold 4 including 2 to the Jim Pattison Group (Canada's largest private conglomerate).
In addition, Shannon has worked for the others 60% of his career holding senior executive positions with a number of businesses with extensive international experience including Asia, Australia, Europe and across North America.
Jonathan is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with a 15-year background in public practice accounting and the construction industry.
Jonathan is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with a 15-year background in public practice accounting and the construction industry.
His experience includes corporate tax, Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) credits, and the development of costing and inventory systems.
Curtis is responsible for manufacturing, operations, shipping and receiving.
Curtis is responsible for manufacturing, operations, shipping and receiving.
Previously he worked at Neova Technologies as a Process Operator, Production Supervisor, and Maintenance Manager.
His skills include equipment trouble-shooting, managing the company preventative maintenance team, overseeing maintenance budgets, scheduling, product improvement and quality assurance.
Opportunities for distributors and retailers of Active AgriScience™ products are available in Canada and globally.
