Frost protecting biopesticides

Overview

Our frost protecting biopesticides represent a breakthrough in agricultural technology, targeting the molecular causes of frost damage in crops. This innovative solution uses biological inputs to combat the cause of frost with multiple unique modes of action. By addressing these root causes in a biological format, the technology promises to reduce crop losses thus increasing yields and revenues while decreasing operating costs and environmental impacts. The technology is broadly compatible with specialty and broadacre crops, thus improving access to protection while allowing broadacre growers to extend the growing season. This advancement is crucial for enhancing global food security under increasing frost events due to climate change.

Technical specifications

Key features:

• Direct combat: Uniquely differentiated biological product that directly combats the molecular cause of frost damage in plants.
• Easy-to-use: Self-stable product deployed as a preventative foliar spray using existing equipment or incorporated as a seed coating.
• Passive protection: Once deployed, frost protection is passive for an estimated 2-4 weeks without labour or intervention required.

Technology readiness level

Currently assessed at Technology Readiness Level 5, the biopesticide has been demonstrated in greenhouse trials on whole plants and modes of action verified in vitro. Field trials beginning in Canada in 2026 and US in 2027.