Syngneta and Biotalys announced a new partnership in the biological innovation space with the goal to create solutions for more sustainable agriculture, according to a release.
The partnership will utilize Biotalys’ AGROBODY technology platform to create and commercialize new biocontrol solutions to manage pests in a range of different crops. The technology will be used to give farmers more access to new pest management technologies.
“Syngenta is a leader in bringing farmers cutting edge technologies that improve the sustainability of agriculture, and we are excited to work closely with Biotalys as part of our agricultural innovation ecosystem,” said Camilla Corsi, head of crop protection research at Syngenta Crop Protection. “By combining our proven research and development capabilities with the breakthrough protein-based innovations of the Biotalys AGROBODY platform, we are determined to play a pivotal role in addressing critical farmer needs around the globe.”
With the push to use more sustainable farming practices, growers are looking for new and effective biological solutions, especially as regulatory pressures increase. According to the release, Biotalys has demonstrated the potential of its protein-based biocontrols to deliver novel modes of actions for effective and safe application in food and agriculture.
The partnership between Syngenta and Biotalys will continue to create innovative crop protection solutions.
“We are proud and excited to be working with Syngenta, a world-leading agricultural company, on one of the most pressing industry challenges, the development of innovative and effective pest control solutions, by delivering on the promise of our AGROBODY™ technology,” said Patrice Sellès, CEO at Biotalys. “Collaborating with Syngenta is a major milestone in our continued mission to providing growers around the globe with safe, efficient, and more sustainable agricultural solutions.”
No further terms or financial specifics are being disclosed, the release said.
