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February 25, 2026 · By Scotty Lynch
Desert Control is a climate-smart AgTech company that has developed a patented Liquid Natural Clay (LNC) technology. This innovation allows for the transformation of arid, sandy soil into fertile land by significantly improving water retention and nutrient efficiency.
Following its Extraordinary General Meeting, Desert Control announced the appointment of two internationally experienced leaders in agricultural inputs and digital agriculture. Their combined expertise strengthens the company's governance and supports its continued expansion across global agricultural markets.
Desert Control is pleased to announce the appointment of Juli Jessen and Jacob Christfort to the company's Board of Directors. Their addition marks an important step in strengthening governance, industry expertise, and strategic execution as the company continues scaling across global agricultural markets.
As Desert Control advances its mission to enable water-efficient agriculture and restore soil health in vulnerable ecosystems, the depth and diversity of its board is critical. The appointments of Juli Jessen and Jacob Christfort add significant experience across agricultural inputs, digital farming technologies, and international growth strategies — all core pillars of the company's next phase of development.
Juli Jessen brings more than three decades of leadership experience in agricultural inputs, most recently serving as CEO of Gowan Group. With a strong foundation in science-driven innovation and global market expansion, Jessen has led organizations at the forefront of crop protection and agricultural development. His experience navigating international markets, regulatory frameworks, and commercial scaling provides valuable insight as Desert Control continues expanding its footprint in permanent agriculture. His perspective will support the company's long-term strategy of integrating soil science, field performance validation, and global commercialization.
Jacob Christfort, Founder and CEO of Ranch Systems, contributes deep expertise in agricultural technology, IoT, and data-driven irrigation management. He has built and scaled technology platforms that enable precision irrigation and real-time farm management — tools increasingly critical in a world of tightening water resources and regulatory oversight. Christfort's experience in digital agriculture and operational scaling complements Desert Control's soil-based water efficiency solutions, strengthening the company's ability to integrate physical soil enhancement with intelligent irrigation management systems.
Together, Jessen and Christfort bring complementary capabilities across:
Their combined experience aligns strongly with Desert Control's next phase of development as the company advances its strategy in water-efficient agriculture and sustainable soil restoration.
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