Key Takeaways
- Nexus Agriscience has acquired the hemp division and intellectual property portfolio of Biotech Institute.
- The transaction internalizes core genetics, germplasm, and research capabilities within Nexus Agriscience.
- The acquired IP enables predictable expression of high-value terpene compounds in hemp.
- The move strengthens the company's molecular farming platform for flavor, fragrance, and functional ingredients.
- Biotech Institute leadership and inventors will join the company in governance and technical roles.
Nexus Agriscience Strengthens Molecular Farming Platform Through Strategic Acquisition
Nexus Agriscience, a molecular farming company focused on plant-based solutions for flavor, fragrance, and functional ingredient markets, has acquired the hemp division of cannabis intellectual property firm Biotech Institute. The transaction expands Nexus Agriscience’s molecular farming platform by bringing critical genetics and research capabilities in-house.
The acquisition includes a portfolio of issued and pending utility and plant patents, proprietary germplasm, seed inventory, living plant materials, and associated technical expertise. According to the company, the portfolio protects genetic pathways that allow for predictable expression of high-value compounds across key terpene classes found in the cannabis genome.
Nexus Agriscience Advances Predictable Plant-Based Ingredient Production
By internalizing these assets, Nexus Agriscience aims to accelerate product development while maintaining a capital-efficient and scalable production model.
