Lucas Proto is a forward-thinking professional committed to driving innovation and sustainability in agriculture. As the Global Product Manager of ONE SMART SPRAY, a joint venture between Bosch and BASF, he plays a pivotal role in integrating advanced technologies into crop management solutions. His work extends across Latin America, Europe, and North America where he collaborates with teams to develop cutting-edge agricultural practices.

Lucas actively contributes to agtech innovation through participation in hubs like the European Institute of Innovation & Technology's EIT FAN Program and by offering consultancy in the agtech space for venture capital and private equity. In addition to his professional endeavors, he stays connected to practical farming by contributing to his family’s farming operations.

His academic foundation includes a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Germany`s top 1 university, enhanced by executive education at INSEAD, where he focused on innovation adoption and management in the agtech sector.

A natural leader and connector, Lucas excels at linking people, ideas, and technologies to address the challenges of global food production. His combination of technical expertise, academic knowledge, and hands-on experience positions him as a key figure in advancing innovative practices in the Agfood supply chain.