J.R. Simplot Company and Plant Sciences Inc. forge strategic alliance on gene editing of strawberries

Committed to Advancing Agriculture through Science™, PSI has emerged as a premier agricultural research company with emphasis on plant breeding and propagation of berry crops for the global marketplace. PSI and its affiliates hold more than 50 plant patents and plant breeder’s rights certificates for proprietary strawberry and raspberry varieties and supply plants to leading growers in over 50 countries. PSI is also aggressively preparing for its first commercial releases of proprietary blackberry and blueberry varieties. PSI believes the most competitive berry varieties provide effective defense against agronomic threats, while prioritizing buyer and consumer expectations for flavor, appearance, and shelf life.