Neocrop Technologies
Neocrop is an agro-biotech startup utilizing CRISPR gene editing and speed breeding techniques to develop resilient crop varieties that require fewer pesticides and offer enhanced nutritional value. By addressing the challenges of climate change and food security, Neocrop accelerates the creation of high-yield, drought-resistant seeds in record time, supporting the agricultural industry in Latin America.
- Agriculture Technology
- Biotechnology
Funding
Raised to date
$350KRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
across 1 round
$350K · Seed
Announced Dec 2023
Disclosed cumulative: $350K
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional crop breeding methods are time-consuming and often cannot keep pace with the increasing demands for climate-resilient and nutritionally enhanced crops. Conventional breeding struggles to address the urgent need for varieties that can withstand drought, resist diseases, and reduce pesticide use, particularly in regions facing significant agricultural challenges.
Solution
Neocrop employs CRISPR gene editing and speed breeding techniques to accelerate the development of resilient crop varieties. Their technology enables the creation of high-yield, disease-resistant, and drought-tolerant seeds in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods. By integrating gene editing with accelerated growth chambers and proprietary gene selection software, Neocrop significantly reduces the breeding cycle, enabling faster deployment of improved crops. This approach allows for the development of crops with enhanced nutritional profiles and reduced reliance on pesticides, addressing critical needs in the agricultural sector.
Target Audience
Neocrop's primary customers include seed companies (both public and private), research institutions, R&D centers in plant sciences, and fruit and forestry industries seeking to enhance their crop development programs.
Features
- CRISPR gene editing for precise modification of crop traits
- Speed breeding technology to accelerate crop generation turnover
- Development of high-fiber and drought-resistant wheat lines
- Creation of anthracnose-resistant white lupin varieties
- Development of premium oats with high beta-glucan content
- Molecular biomarker discovery and design to enhance traditional breeding
- Tailored biotechnological solutions for forestry and agricultural challenges