These gene leads were identified by Mendel in its next-generation plant physiology platform.

“Greater efficiency in water use and photosynthesis can enhance farmer profitability and productivity, while improving sustainability of agriculture worldwide,” said Mike Lassner, vice president, agricultural biotechnology trait discovery, DuPont Pioneer.

“We are pleased to collaborate with Mendel in developing new, improved Pioneer brand corn hybrids. Working together with technology innovators increases our ability to meet the needs of a growing global population.”

“We are leveraging 15 years of focused research in plant gene regulatory networks, taking advantage of the genomics and sequencing revolutions, to create better and more sustainable crop solutions,” said Neal Gutterson, CEO, Mendel.  FG

—From DuPont Pioneer news release