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(St. Louis Business Journal) Benson Hill, VC firm Lagomaj Capital to develop new Crop Accelerator facility
Benson Hill announced plans to open a new research facility in 39 North designed to accelerate its innovation pipeline. Benson Hill is partnering with St. Louis-based venture capital firm Lagomaj…
Read More(MO Farmer Today) Connections, Inventions Fuel Startups
Some key relationships among companies sharing space at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center are made in the lunchroom. “That’s the coolest benefit,” said Matt Helms of NewLeaf Symbiotics. “This…
Read More(IL Farmer Today) Startups find Space to Grow at BRDG Park at the Danforth Center
The Danforth Plant Science Center, along with BRDG Park, has enabled Mike DeCamp to get a foothold in his business. DeCamp, chief operating officer of the startup CoverCress, is one…
Read MoreBioGenerator Partners with STL Partnership Managing Helix Center Core Lab
The St. Louis Economic Development Partnership (STL Partnership) and BioGenerator have teamed up to create more space for agtech startups in the Helix Center‘s core lab. Helix’s core lab is…
Read MoreBlack Scientists and Their Impact
To celebrate Black History Month, we’d like to share this article about prominent Black scientists who made huge impacts on our everyday lives. May we celebrate their achievements and promote…
Read More(HEC) Producing Natural Rubber from Sunflowers for Alternative Rubber Crops in the United States
Sunflower farms brought joy during the summer months of the pandemic. Many people found a ray of sunshine in sunflower fields, spending time outdoors with family and friends while taking…
Read MoreGlobal AgTech Hub, The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Becomes 41st Mosaic Ambassador Company
Mosaic is pleased to announce The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center as the 41st Mosaic Ambassador Company at the Gold Level. Mosaic Ambassador Companies engage in action items that promote…
Read MoreINVITATION TO BID OLIVE / LINDBERGH INTERCHANGE
The St. Louis Economic Development Partnership (SLEDP) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for the Olive/Lindbergh Interchange Project. Bid documents can be obtained from www.drexeltech.com. Read more here. Information can…
Read More(Seed Today) NewLeaf Symbiotics Completes Final Close of Series D Financing
NewLeaf Symbiotics, Inc. announced that it recently completed the final close of its Series D financing as it broadens and accelerates product commercialization. SABIC Ventures US Holdings LLC (“SABIC”), Koch…
Read More(AgriBusiness Global) Valent BioSciences Launches Educational Initiatives Supporting Healthy Soils, Sustainable Crop Production
In support of World Soil Day, Valent BioSciences LLC has announced several strategic initiatives that highlight the importance of healthy soils and sustainable crop production. World Soil Day is a United Nations International…
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