The esteemed Austin Technology Incubator (ATI) at The University of Texas at Austin proudly welcomes Persistent BioControl, a trailblazing addition to its portfolio of companies. Persistent BioControl has commercialized an innovative solution that protects crops from soil insect pests, which cause billions of dollars in crop losses each year. Options to control soil insects are very limited, but Persistent BioControl offers a groundbreaking approach by harnessing the power of persistent insect-attacking nematodes. These nematodes present farmers with a cutting-edge tool to safeguard plant roots effectively. With a single application, this revolutionary technology offers multi-year protection for crops, effectively recuperating lost yields and significantly enhancing farmer profitability. The technology has the potential to transform the agricultural landscape and reduce reliance on conventional chemical interventions.
Persistent biocontrol nematodes were discovered by Professor Elson Shields at the Shields Lab, Cornell University and is backed by 35 years of research, 12 research papers, and 500,000+ soil samples. The technology is effective across a wide range of row crops, including corn, wheat, and cotton as well as high value specialty crops like hops, grapes, potatoes, and berries – opening new avenues for sustainable agriculture and crop protection. To learn more about Persistent BioControl and its transformative technology, please visit https://www.persistentbiocontrol.com/.
About Austin Technology Incubator:
Austin Technology Incubator, located at The University of Texas at Austin, is a leading deep technology incubator that fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of groundbreaking technologies. With a proven track record of success, ATI provides a nurturing environment for startups to thrive, connecting them with resources, mentorship, and industry expertise.
