Research & Development
Agricen Sciences’ cutting-edge research programs are focused on the development and application of biological and biostimulant technologies that support our goal of making agricultural practices more productive, efficient and sustainable.
Driving New Insights
Interactions between plants and microorganisms in the soil can have a significant impact on nutrient availability, uptake and use. Using a comprehensive R&D model and our proprietary technology platforms, Agricen Sciences is dedicated to better understanding these interactions and translating these findings into the creation of effective biological and biostimulant technologies that increase nutrient efficiency, mitigate crop stress, improve agricultural sustainability and increase crop quality and yields.
Agricen Sciences' proprietary production processes produce bioactive chemistries that help plants defend themselves against stress and facilitate increased nutrient use efficiency. Therefore, an important component of our work also includes a strong focus on chemical characterization to identify and quantify these bioactive chemistries, enable a deeper understanding of their mode of action and pave the way for new innovations.
Focus Areas
Nutrient Efficiency, Abiotic & Biotic Stress, Quality Enhancement
Agricen Sciences' current focus areas for product development are nutrient efficiency, abiotic and biotic stress mitigation and quality enhancement. From concept to finished product, we are using our expertise to create new solutions that make growing plants easier and better.
Core Disciplines
The Agricen Sciences team has expertise in multiple core disciplines, including:
- Biochemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Fermentation Science
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Natural Products Discovery
- Plant Physiology
- Plant Pathology
- Process Engineering
- Soil Science
Facilities
Supporting World-Class R&D
Agricen Sciences’ 20,000 ft2 state-of-the-art research facility is situated on 11 acres. It includes laboratories, a pilot-scale bioprocessing facility, greenhouses and controlled irrigation hoop houses to support our world-class R&D programs.
Game-Changing Technology Platforms
Our technology platforms are the cornerstone of our development work. Find out more about them.