In Spring season 2023 FA Bio advanced development of an innovative biocontrol and biostimulant product for wheat crops, commencing field trials at Rothamsted Research, the world-leading non-profit research centre that focuses on strategic agricultural science to the benefit of farmers and society worldwide. Following successful results in FA Bio’s glasshouse trials of biocontrol’s and bio … Read more
Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric CO2 to reduce the amount in the atmosphere and slow down global climate change. Soil carbon sequestration is a process in which CO2 is removed from the atmosphere and stored in the soil carbon pool. An estimated 13 gigatons of CO2 is transferred from plants … Read more
As part of its initiative to support and nurture an inclusive and diverse team, FA Bio introduced a ‘Culture Champion’ award which recognises and celebrates those who have made significant contributions to the team and company values. Each quarter, the team votes are cast to nominate those individuals worthy of receiving the award, giving recognition … Read more
Embedding intellectual property (IP) as a strategic pillar gives additional strength to companies, but it shouldn’t be viewed as a one-off activity. By continually building your IP as new phases of data becomes available, you can ensure the success of later commercialisation strategies and protect future partnership opportunities. All companies need to protect their discoveries … Read more
FA Bio, the revolutionary agriculture microbial discovery and development company, is awarded funding to develop a multiple action biopesticide using native soil and plant inhabiting fungi, to protect against both insect pests and diseases. By introducing game-changing innovation to the UK cereal farming industry, FA Bio aims to provide significant benefits for farmers, reducing costs, … Read more
We are deeply saddened to inform you of the passing of Dr Paul Atherton, the Founding Chairman of FA Bio. His courageous battle with illness had a huge impact on his life and the lives of his loved ones who have supported him so immensely over the past twelve months Paul transformed us into founders. … Read more
FA Bio, the revolutionary agriculture microbial discovery and development company, looks to accelerate its scale up and sourcing of commercial partnerships, with the appointment of Dr Andreas Renz as Chief Business Officer. Chief Business Officer, Dr Andy Renz will conduct all business and corporate development activities, supporting FA Bio as it scales up its development … Read more
We are facing enormous challenges in our environment with the planet struggling to support our growing population as its resources continue depleting. Sustainability, in its many forms is the only way forward and doing “more with less” is imperative. As with every facet of our lives in recent years, agriculture will also embrace big data, … Read more
As a female founder in the agriculture industry, a sector with predominantly more male representation than female, I’ve been exposed to stereotypes and discrimination and consistently encountered additional challenges to my male counterparts. More needs to be done to break the bias and act for equality, supporting female founders in the same ways as male … Read more
At FA Bio we embrace people from different backgrounds, believing that it strengthens relationships and promotes creativity, respect and problem-solving within a team. By collaborating and building strong internal and external relationships, we can work together as a team and as an industry to achieve our vision of protecting natural ecosystems. The Challenge As a … Read more
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