Tropic Announces Collaboration with Corteva Agriscience Utilizing Tropic’s Groundbreaking GEiGS® Technology to Develop Robust Disease Resistance Traits in Corn and Soybean

The project aims to revolutionize agricultural sustainability and yield through cutting-edge gene editing approach.

September 26, 2023 – [Norwich, United Kingdom] –Tropic, a pioneering agricultural biotechnology startup company, announced today a strategic collaboration with Corteva Agriscience, a global leader in agricultural solutions, to harness the power of Tropic’s proprietary Gene Editing induced Gene Silencing (GEiGS®) technology for the development of non-transgenic disease resistance traits in corn and soybean.

Through this collaboration, the companies aim to address one of the most pressing challenges in agriculture – controlling disease threats that can significantly impact crop productivity and food security, while promoting environmentally sustainable agriculture. Corteva’s industry-leading expertise in gene editing combined with Tropic’s innovative GEiGS® technology will leverage advanced gene-editing techniques to enhance plant performance, boost resistance to diseases, and reduce environmental impact.

“This collaboration represents a significant step forward in addressing the challenges faced by farmers in the battle against crop diseases. Our GEiGS® technology offers a precise and powerful solution to enhance resistance against pests, fungal and viral diseases, and together with Corteva, we are excited to be driving tangible, positive change in agriculture.”

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