Precision fermentation can significantly advance the agriculture industry by enabling the production of highly effective biopesticides, biofertilizers, and other agricultural inputs. Through the engineering of microbes to produce specific compounds, precision fermentation offers a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides and fertilizers, reducing environmental impact and enhancing crop yields. This technology allows for the precise tailoring of biological products to meet the unique needs of different crops and growing conditions, leading to more resilient and productive agricultural systems.
PRECISION FERMENTED
BIOPESTICIDES
TOWARDS A MORE SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
The agriculture industry faces growing challenges from the overuse of chemical pesticides and fertilizers, which contribute to soil degradation, water contamination, and loss of biodiversity. These conventional methods not only harm the environment but also lead to diminishing returns as pests develop resistance and soil fertility declines. As the demand for sustainable farming practices increases, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions that can effectively support crop production without compromising ecological health.
WELCOME TO THE FOREFRONT OF PRECISION FERMENTATION
OUR PROMISE: INDUSTRIALLY PROVEN PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Working with 21st.BIO means accessing the world’s most advanced precision fermentation technology platform. Perfected over 40 years, our strains are used to produce dozens of food-grade products on the market today.
We are committed to offering a limited number of manufacturers access to our cutting-edge production technology. We have real experience with what it takes to bring these protein sweeteners to relevant price-points for mass-market consumer relevance. We can help you too.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
YOU ARE:
- A visionary start-up exploring the development and production of one or several peptides or proteins of interest
- An established supplier exploring sustainable alternatives
YOU GET:
- Access to our leading production technology, enabling unmatched productivity, and used in several food applications already,
- Custom support in scaling the production from a world class expert team, in a transparent collaborative setting,
- Transfer of our production technology in your own labs and production facilities, or to a contract manufacturer,
- Time to focus on developing your own purification processes, optimized for the desired functionalities applications,
- Access to our in-house pilot facility, for runs up to 1200 liters,
- Consulting services for strain engineering, fermentation & DSP, pilot production, regulatory approvals, scale up and tech transfer,
- Continuous optimization of strains and processes, to stay ahead of the game long after market launch.
OPEN A DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Our precision fermentation technology can enable a fast and cost-efficient industrial production of peptides and proteins.
We offer custom development projects tailored to meet your specific needs, focusing on optimizing your proprietary recombinant protein. Capitalizing on our mature fungal production strain, these projects can include strain optimization, production process design, and technology upscaling.
Over time, 21st.BIO will continue to optimize the strain and processes, continuously keeping you ahead of the market.