Biolumic Bags $8.3M to Scale Light-Activated xTraits™ Platform for Seeds

iGrow News reports that BioLumic has secured an additional $8.3M through their Series B Extension, with new investment from Ki Tua Fund, Azolla Ventures and iSelect Fund. The funding will accelerate commercialisation of BioLumic's xTraits™ platform, which uses UV light to enhance genetic expression in seeds without genetic modification, offering a faster, scalable, and cost-effective approach to trait development. Field trials have demonstrated over 20% yield increases and improved seed vigor and uniformity. The technology is being integrated into inbred and hybrid corn lines, with similar development for rice, ryegrass, and soybeans.

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