Upstream Biotechnology is delivering next generation of traits to address global targets for food production in the face of a changing climate.
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Up to 40% of annual global crop production is lost to pests. Plant diseases contribute $220 bil in losses each year. – FAO 2019.
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Drought is the leading stresser in agricultural production 1/3 of production is lost in low – mid income countries each year – FAO 2021.
Nitrogen is the limiting element in agricultural productivity which has led to overuse of nitrogen based fertilizer.
Soy rust is a devastating disease resulting in over a billion dollars in lost production each year. On the left, you see plants without effective resistance. On the right, the effective resistance of Switchblade soy planta.
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SwitchBlade Rice is resistant to major diseases.