Marine-derived microbial biocontrol agents for pythium control in corn seeds
REGENERA offers a bio-based seed treatment using marine-derived microbial agents to combat Pythium in corn. These agents, known for their superior bioactivity, form a protective biofilm around seedlings, enhancing germination and growth in challenging conditions.
Overview
REGENERA presents an innovative biocontrol solution utilizing marine-derived microbial agents to protect corn seeds against Pythium, a harmful agricultural pathogen. This biological seed treatment forms a protective biofilm around the seedling, providing robust protection during its critical establishment phase. The use of marine microorganisms, known for their exceptional bioactivity and resilience, ensures efficient pathogen inhibition and aligns with the EU's move towards low-risk biological solutions. This approach is 100% bio-based, offering a sustainable and scalable alternative for European growers.
Technical specifications
- High-performance microbial agents: Derived from a proprietary library of 2,400 marine and coastal strains.
- Unique secondary metabolites: Capable of suppressing Pythium growth, reducing the risk of resistance.
- Bio-based protection: Forms a protective biofilm around corn seedlings to enhance establishment and growth.
- Scalable formulation: Microplastic-free seed coating optimized for a 24-month shelf life and low-volume application.
- Diverse chemical arsenal: Offers a diversified approach against damping-off, maintaining seed safety and germination rates.
Technology readiness level
The technology is currently at TRL 3, with plans to advance to TRL 6. Future validations include targeted in-vitro assays, formulation optimization, greenhouse trials, and scalability assessments to ensure commercial readiness and compliance with EU regulations.
About REGENERA BIOTECNOLOGIA
Regenera is a technology-based company that develops innovative and sustainable solutions for various industries by leveraging Brazil's marine chemical biodiversity, known as the Blue Amazon. Through its proprietary research and development platform, the Banco Regenera, the company prospects and characterizes bioactive molecules and microorganisms from marine environments to create applications for sectors including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agriculture, infrastructure, and fine chemicals. By integrating microbiology, bioprocesses, and analytical chemistry, Regenera transforms this unique biodiversity into technological assets while promoting ocean preservation.
Headquartered at the TECNOPUC technology park in Porto Alegre, the company addresses critical industrial challenges through customized R&D services and co-development projects. Its work ranges from providing sustainable alternatives for the agricultural sector to developing bio-based processes for circular economy initiatives, such as recovering critical metals from electronic waste. With over a decade of experience, the firm collaborates with research institutions and industry partners to drive technological innovation, aiming to provide science-backed, sustainable solutions that enhance industrial performance and resource efficiency.
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