💨 Abstract

Syngenta, a Switzerland-based pesticides company, has acquired a repository of natural compounds and genetic strains from Novartis to enhance its biologic crop protection development. The deal includes leasing a pilot plant and labs in Basel, along with hiring a team of biomolecular chemistry researchers from Novartis. Syngenta aims to use these resources to develop organisms, natural molecules, and other bio-based materials for its crop protection products.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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