Derks will oversee ASA’s regulatory portfolio, which includes critical areas such as crop protection, agricultural biotechnology, and environmental regulations.
The newly created role aligns with Raisio’s three-year strategy introduced in March 2025 by CEO Pasi Flinkman.
These leadership enhancements align with IFF’s strategic goals to maintain innovation leadership, drive sustainable growth, and recover profitability in the evolving global marketplace.
Urs Bühler oversaw five decades of international growth at Bühler as an owner, chairman of the executive board and chairman of the board of directors.
Her appointment signals Bay State Milling’s commitment to advancing oat innovation.