Empowering Agriculture with Innovative Gene-Editing Solutions
Pairwise and Bayer have joined forces in a new five-year, multi-million dollar collaboration aimed at revolutionizing agriculture with cutting-edge gene-editing technology. By focusing on optimizing short-stature corn, this partnership seeks to enhance crop sustainability and productivity through advanced genomic techniques.
Advantages of Gene-Edited Short-Stature Corn
Short-stature corn, with reduced plant height compared to traditional varieties, offers several benefits for farmers and the environment. It provides protection against extreme weather events, allows for more precise input applications, and supports sustainable crop growth by minimizing the risk of yield loss.
Accelerated Solutions for Growers' Needs
Pairwise's Fulcrum™ platform, combined with custom gene-editing tools like REDRAW™ and SHARC™, enables rapid development of novel traits that address key challenges faced by growers. By leveraging these tools, the collaboration aims to deliver solutions that enhance productivity, reduce input requirements, and optimize crop resilience in changing climates.
Commercial Value and Innovative Achievements
The initial collaboration between Pairwise and Bayer led to the successful transfer of 27 novel traits into testing programs, demonstrating significant commercial value. Edited corn phenotypes with increased kernel row numbers and soy variants resistant to Asian soybean rust are examples of tangible outcomes that offer growers enhanced yield potential and disease protection.
Driving Sustainability Through Technology
Pairwise's dedication to advancing agriculture through technology is evident in their commitment to developing new crop varieties and partnering with industry leaders. By leveraging CRISPR and other emerging technologies, Pairwise accelerates product development, bringing innovative solutions to market efficiently and effectively.
Future Directions in Agricultural Innovation
The ongoing collaboration between Pairwise and Bayer highlights their shared vision of creating a healthier, more sustainable food system. By focusing on novel smart corn systems and harnessing the power of gene editing, the partnership aims to address the pressing challenges of food security, climate change, and resource efficiency in agriculture.
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