Cibus Partners with AgVayÄ to Accelerate Adoption of Gene-Editing Technologies in India's Rice Industry

Strategic Insights -

Cibus, a leading agricultural technology company, has entered into an agreement with AgVayÄ, a strategic growth advisory firm, to develop strategies and solutions for the Indian rice seed industry. The partnership aims to introduce Cibus' gene editing technologies, which can accelerate breeding timelines, make modern seed technologies more accessible, and reduce dependence on pesticides. The collaboration will focus on enabling joint development and commercialization of advanced herbicide and sustainability traits, creating opportunities for Indian rice seed companies and public agencies to integrate cutting-edge gene editing solutions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cibus will work with AgVayÄ to develop a comprehensive strategy to expand its presence in India, partnering with companies, institutions, and government stakeholders to tackle key challenges in the rice industry.
  • The collaboration will focus on enabling joint development and commercialization of advanced herbicide and sustainability traits, creating opportunities for Indian rice seed companies and public agencies to integrate cutting-edge gene editing solutions.
  • Cibus aims to accelerate breeding timelines in India by more than a decade, make modern seed technologies more accessible, and reduce dependence on pesticides.
  • The partnership has the potential to transform productivity, sustainability, and farmer prosperity by integrating Cibus' innovations with AgVayÄ's strategic relationships and market expertise.
  • The collaboration follows Cibus' recent announcement of a material transfer agreement with Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT), in collaboration with the Latin American Fund for Irrigated Rice (FLAR), to introduce Cibus' HT3 clethodim herbicide tolerance trait into elite rice germplasm for Latin America.

Statistics:

  • India is the world's second-largest producer and the largest exporter of rice, with approximately 50 million hectares (125 million acres) under cultivation.
  • The introduction of Cibus' gene editing technologies has the potential to drive development of more resilient and productive rice varieties, critical to both India's agricultural economy and the global rice supply.
  • Cibus has more than 25 years of technical expertise and exciting ongoing trait development in rice.
  • The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of these technologies, driving scalable, long-term improvements that strengthen India's rice industry and support global food security.

Sources:

  • GlobeNewswire, "Cibus, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBUS), a leading agricultural technology company, today announced its agreement with AgVayÄ, a strategic growth advisory firm that partners with leading innovators, to develop strategies and solutions for the Indian agriculture market."
  • Cibus' website, "About Cibus, Cibus is a technology leader developing and licensing advanced plant traits that enable higher yields, lower input costs, and more sustainable farming."
  • AgVayÄ's website, "About AgVayÄ, AgVayÄ was founded by industry leaders who recognized the critical need for practical, sustainable solutions in agriculture and food businesses - going beyond conventional advice to driving real transformation."