Pathoscan.com

PathoScan Technologies Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Saskatoon, Canada, that specializes in rapid, on-site crop disease detection. Founded in 2022 by Ethan Done, Tayab Soomro, and Erik Tetland, the company developed a portable diagnostic system—comprising the PathoBox and PathoKit—that enables agronomists and growers to test for plant pathogens in the field. By utilizing techniques such as Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) alongside DNA amplification and artificial intelligence, the system provides lab-quality diagnostic results within hours, significantly reducing the traditional turnaround time of several days or weeks. The company focuses on serving sectors like greenhouse operations, targeting pathogens such as Botrytis and mildew.

This technology addresses critical pain points for producers by enabling proactive crop management and informed decision-making based on real-time data. By making sophisticated diagnostic technology portable, affordable, and user-friendly, PathoScan aims to bridge the gap between complex lab-based testing and field-level applications. The company emphasizes a made-in-Canada approach to hardware manufacturing and has engaged with the Saskatchewan agricultural community and regional innovation programs to support its development and market entry. Its solutions offer a practical tool for farmers and agronomists seeking to minimize crop losses through early, reliable pathogen detection.