Kimitec’s Post

🚀 Stam Agro and the Ghent University announce the successful completion of the Kerbios research project! 🚀 Together, we aimed to transform keratin-rich side-streams (feathers) from the poultry industry into high-value protein hydrolysate biostimulants. This project marks an important step forward in circularity as we acquired the know-how to develop other high-value technical peptide products in the future! Through this collaboration, we achieved three major scientific milestones: 🌱1. Development of a modular protein hydrolysis platform. Enabling tailored peptide products for a range of specific applications. 🌱2. Gaining crucial insights into the mode of action of different bio-active hydrolysate fractions. Driving targeted product placement as well as further product improvements. 🌱3. Uncovering a path towards zero-waste processing. Validated the potential to turn the solid residuals from the process into soil improvement additives with promising modes of action. 👉 Did you know? In trials, our flagship formulations turned 30 kg of poultry feathers – which would otherwise be burned or discarded – into an additional 3.5 tonnes of potatoes. This practical example, validated through 25 scientific trials, highlights the economic and environmental impact of valorizing waste. 🎉 Special thanks to VLAIO for funding support, making this project possible. For more on these achievements, join the talk of Dr. Hongzhen Luo from Ghent University at the Biostimulant World Congress in Miami on November 13th, where she will discuss the soil improvement applications in depth. #StamAgro #GhentUniversity #Kerbios #CircularEconomy #Biostimulants #CropFit #EndOfWaste #Sustainability #ResearchAndDevelopment #VLAIO #Innovation #Biotech

03/22/2024 ONO EXPONENTIAL FARMING recipient of the 2024 BOLD Awards #beBOLD #BOLDAwards  🦋#onoexponentialfarming “Innovative CEA Systems For Tomorrow’s Agriculture.” It’s an exciting feeling to receive awards from The BOLD Awards Organization. It is a testament to the bold strides ONOEX has made. It validates ONOEX’s vision, hard work and reputation. 🦋Best #AgriTech System [ONOEx|Cube] #onocube by ONO Exponential Farming #bebold #BOLD5 #goexponential #BOLDAwards Pharmaceuticals, bioscience, biotechnology, and molecular farming are all integral to advancing healthcare, agriculture, and industry through the application of biological knowledge and technology. HOW CAN WE HELP?

Delighted to announce that I have taken on a mentorship role at Caligenia, a pioneering company dedicated to transforming organic waste into valuable soil amendments. Led by the visionary CEO Nicolas Barbarosch, Caligenia is at the forefront of agricultural biotechnology, creating sustainable solutions that enhance soil health and productivity. At Caligenia, we produce BACTERCHAR, an innovative product that combines ancestral soil amendment practices with the latest advancements in biotechnology. By enhancing the physical-chemical properties of the soil and boosting microbial activity, BACTERCHAR plays a crucial role in sustainable agriculture. Our team excels in developing Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms (PGPMs) that colonize plant roots, improving growth and health by fixing atmospheric nitrogen, solubilizing nutrients, and producing bioactive compounds. These microorganisms are expertly combined with BACTERCHAR to maximize their efficacy in different agroecosystems. In addition, Caligenia is developing a sophisticated platform to predict how to rehabilitate degraded soils using the optimal combination of BACTERCHAR and PGPMs. This platform integrates various environmental and geographical data to propose tailored solutions for soil improvement. My mandate at Caligenia is international market expansion, leveraging my experience and network to bring these revolutionary agricultural solutions to a global audience. Looking forward to making a significant impact together! #Agriculture #Biotechnology #Sustainability #Mentorship #SoilHealth #Caligenia #Innovation #InternationalExpansion #EnvironmentalSolutions

Looking for your next #cellag event this summer? Check out the #CellAgri event page to view the upcoming conferences about the #futureoffood . #cultivatedmeat #precisionfermentation #cellularagriculture

Looking for your next #cellag event?  Check out the #CellAgri event page to view the upcoming conferences about the #futureoffood #cultivatedmeat #precisionfermentation #cellularagriculture

Looking for your next #cellag event this summer? Check out the #CellAgri event page to view the upcoming conferences about the #futureoffood #cultivatedmeat #precisionfermentation #cellularagriculture

Looking for your next #cellag event this summer? Check out the #CellAgri event page to view the upcoming conferences about the #futureoffood! #cultivatedmeat #precisionfermentation #cellularagriculture

It’s been a pleasure meeting our biological development partners some weeks ago. First up, a close exchange with Alejandro de las Casas Pérez, co-founder of Kimitec.  Our catch-up was a powerful reminder of just why we engage in partnerships. It’s not to make ourselves feel good, or as an ‘extra’ on top of our core business. In fact, it is part of our core business – because partnerships are essential to achieving our goal to unleash biologicals’ potential globally. In #Kimitec, we’re lucky to have a partner who thinks exactly the same way. Our technological strengths complement each other well – and more than that, we also share a vision for the future, and a bold approach to creating change. Watch the video for insights into what powers our partnership, and what it might produce next! Benoit Hartmann Jean-François Niebes Dr. Paul D. Schattschneider Bayer | Crop Science #Biologicals #BLX #Biocontrol #Innovation #Partnership #Bayer #CropScience #TransformingAgriculture 

ICL & Lavie Bio’ Advances in Developing AI-driven Bio-stimulants ICL Group and Lavie Bio Ltd., a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd., have made a significant breakthrough in developing bio-stimulant solutions for row crops facing abiotic stresses. 🚀 AI-Powered Discovery Lavie Bio’s proprietary AI-driven platform identified over a dozen novel microbial candidates to combat extreme weather conditions, such as drought. This rapid process, traditionally taking years, showcases the efficiency of AI in agricultural biotech. 🌾 Increasing Crop Yields When combined with fertilizers, these microbes can mitigate abiotic stresses, potentially boosting crop yields by 5% to 10%. 🌍 Field Trials Ahead Following successful greenhouse trials, we’re set for field trials in the U.S. and Brazil in late 2024, aiming to validate the efficacy of these microbes under real-world conditions. 📈 Strategic Vision Dr. Elinor Erez of ICL and Amit Noam of Lavie Bio emphasize the transformative role of AI and the collaboration’s strategic importance in advancing agricultural innovation. Read more here -> https://lnkd.in/eHbhFCRd

Catalera BioSolutions Announces Initial Closing of its Series A Funding Round Vancouver-based Catalera BioSolutions, a leader in biological pest control, has secured an initial closing of its Series A funding round, led by S2G Ventures and follow-up capital from FCC / FAC Capital. Catalera, spun off from Terramera, aims to accelerate the shift from synthetic chemicals to biological solutions in agriculture and pest control. With over a decade of innovation, Catalera’s portfolio includes RANGO®️, SOCORO®️, Vaporpad®️, and the newly registered TRIFECTO®️ in Mexico. CEO Matthew Dahabieh emphasizes Catalera’s pivotal role in advancing sustainable solutions, addressing growing consumer, government, and industry demand for natural alternatives. The final close of this funding round is anticipated in Q4 2024 totalling $8M in funding, with further plans to expand the company’s product lineup and global reach. Read more here -> https://lnkd.in/eUCpnSYw ***************************************** 🔗 Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for a complete round-up of the week's developments in AgTech: agtechdigest.com/subscribe