As part of its strategic open innovation approach, Bayer has embarked on two initiatives with external partners to advance genome editing in vegetables. In collaboration with South Korean biotech company G+FLAS, Bayer aims to develop genome-edited tomato varieties enriched with vitamin D3 to address global vitamin D deficiency, particularly prevalent in regions with limited winter sunlight, affecting approximately one billion people worldwide. Leveraging G+FLAS' genome editing technology and Bayer's tomato germplasm, the collaboration seeks to offer seeds for a broader range of tomato products, enhancing health benefits and resilience to climate change. JD Rossouw, Head of Vegetables Research & Development at Bayer, highlighted the commitment to delivering nutritious and flavorful foods, aligning with consumer preferences and addressing nutritional deficiencies. Additionally, Bayer has acquired a license from US-based startup Pairwise for genome-edited mustard greens, offering unique, high-nutrition leafy greens for the market. This strategic partnership underscores Bayer's open innovation approach, combining internal R&D capabilities with external expertise. Furthermore, Bayer has initiated an open innovation platform focusing on genome editing in fruits and vegetables, aiming to collaborate with academic researchers and companies to develop innovative products with increased nutritional content, environmental sustainability, and consumer appeal. These initiatives reflect Bayer's dedication to addressing global health and nutrition challenges through cutting-edge technology and collaboration.
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