Scientific Advances

Over time, I’ve realized that the way I like to write is to capture ideas as they evolve. Going forward, I’ll be sharing more of that thinking on Cultivated Insight.

After BioEx 2026, one insight stands out: the challenge is no longer innovation, but turning science into products that work, scale, and earn trust.

March marks a season of renewal in agriculture, and this year, it brings two key events in Shanghai exploring the fast-evolving world of RNAi. From commercialization strategies at BioEx 2026 to global trends at CAC2026, I reflect on the promise of RNA-based biologicals and the journey from lab research to real-world impact.

I’m excited to represent GreenLight Biosciences at the 26th China International Agrochemical & Crop Protection Exhibition (CAC2026) in Shanghai from March 17–19, just a few days after BioEX2026.

As a trained bacteriologist, I’ve spent years studying bacterial plant diseases. Now, I’m revisiting my roots and exploring bacteriophages as sustainable crop protection solutions, ahead of BioEX2026.

I had the honor of presenting on behalf of GreenLight Biosciences at BioEX2026, where I shared our vision, programs, and product innovations to support sustainable agriculture.

GreenLight’s submission of the first RNA-based fungicide represents more than a regulatory milestone; It signals a shift toward biologically precise, sustainable crop protection. As part of the team working in RNA-based innovation, I’m proud to see this technology move from concept to global review.

I recently returned from an inspiring trip to China. I had the privilege of attending a major biopesticide conference, where I delivered a presentation on behalf of GreenLight Biosciences and met with leaders across the ag-biotech landscape, including academic researchers, early-stage innovators, and executives at established firms. What Brought Us Together The 15th Conference on the Development and Application of Biopesticides has three main themes:  Biological Formulations,

I’ve been working on Huanglongbing (HLB) for almost 10 years, and seeing this significant advance published in  Science is inspiring....

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