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SOLASTA Bio Secures $14 Million for Sustainable Pest Control

SOLASTA Bio, a Glasgow-based agri-biotech startup, has secured $14 million in Series A funding to accelerate the development of its innovative, nature-inspired bioinsecticides. The funding round, led by Forbion, included significant investments from FMC Ventures and Corteva Inc.

• This investment brings SOLASTA Bio's total funding to $19 million.
• SOLASTA Bio aims to address the $27 billion annual market opportunity for sustainable pest control solutions.

SOLASTA Bio's Sustainable Pest Control Technology

SOLASTA Bio's technology platform is based on natural principles, creating insect control agents that are both effective and environmentally friendly.

• These bioinsecticides selectively target harmful pests while safeguarding beneficial pollinators.
• The platform's versatility allows for application across a range of uses, including crop protection and non-crop applications such as stored grain.

SOLASTA Bio's Sustainable Pest Control Solutions

SOLASTA Bio's biopeptides offer a sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic insecticides, addressing the growing concerns of insect resistance, regulatory pressures, and consumer demand for chemical-free solutions.

• SOLASTA Bio's insect control agents have matched or outperformed existing commercial products in field trials across Europe, the UK, and the US.
• The company is targeting market entry by 2027, significantly reducing the time typically required for synthetic pest control products.

SOLASTA Bio's Sustainable Pest Control Impact

SOLASTA Bio is positioned as a leader in sustainable crop protection, providing a solution for the growing need to protect pollinators and wildlife while increasing agricultural productivity.

• The company's technology addresses the challenges facing the global insecticides market, which is currently dominated by synthetic chemicals.
• SOLASTA Bio's biopeptides offer a sustainable and effective approach to pest control, protecting crops and the environment.

SOLASTA Bio's Sustainable Pest Control Vision

SOLASTA Bio's vision is to transform the agriculture industry by providing growers with sustainable and effective pest control solutions.

• The company's mission is to develop biopesticides that are safe for pollinators, beneficial insects, and the environment.
• SOLASTA Bio is committed to addressing the global challenges of food security, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity conservation.