Molagri develops precision bio‑pesticides using engineered viral‑like particles (VLPs) that deliver species‑specific genetic payloads into target insect pests. The VLPs recognize unique gut receptors, enabling the insects to produce their own toxin while leaving non‑target species unharmed, and the platform is designed for scalable fermentation and modular adaptation across multiple pests.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Crop protection efficacy is declining due to increasing pest resistance, while regulatory pressures are eliminating many existing chemical solutions.
Solution
Our Response develops engineered biopesticides that use virus‑like particles (VLPs) to deliver species‑specific genetic payloads into the gut cells of target insects. Once inside, the payload instructs the insect to produce its own toxin, leading to rapid mortality without affecting non‑target species. The VLPs recognize unique gut receptors, ensuring precise targeting and minimizing ecological impact. The platform is designed for scalable fermentation, allowing commercial‑grade production across multiple pest‑specific products. Its modular architecture enables rapid adaptation to new pest threats, providing a sustainable tool to counter resistance and meet regulatory standards.
Target Audience
Primary customers are large‑scale growers, agribusinesses, and crop protection distributors seeking environmentally responsible, resistance‑management solutions for major field crops.
Features
- Virus‑like particle delivery system that transports genetic instructions directly into target insect gut cells
- Species‑specific receptor targeting to avoid impact on beneficial insects and pollinators
- Self‑produced toxin mechanism eliminates the need for external chemical applications
- Scalable fermentation process for cost‑effective, large‑volume manufacturing
- Modular payload design allows quick development of new pest‑specific biopesticides
- Compatibility with existing agricultural deployment methods and equipment