From Local Farmers to Agricultural Leaders

For centuries, farmers have understood which external conditions shape plant growth: light, water, nutrients, soil, and many others. What has remained largely unknown, however, is how plants respond to these influences at the genetic level. This is precisely where our research begins.

We analyze RNA modifications — subtle biochemical changes within RNA that arise as a direct response to environmental factors. What we observe is that different plants can develop remarkably different modification patterns under the very same conditions. These differences reveal that some plants react more robustly, adaptively, or stress-resistantly than others.

By systematically capturing these patterns and relating them to a wide range of relevant influencing factors, we can identify which plants naturally possess higher resilience. This knowledge enables breeders to selectively propagate those candidates that show the strongest and most sustainable responses — ultimately supporting the development of stable and future-ready crops.

In plant breeding, too, speed to market is crucial. RipeNome helps to identify the yield potential at an early stage. As a breeder, you can focus on the best variants at an early stage or enter into licensing discussions with marketers at an early stage.



Do you have a promising old variety with great characteristics, but not every plant delivers the desired yield? With RipeNome, the best plants for breeding can be selected with confidence.

There are various approaches to using our expertise in epitranscriptomics, i.e. the natural modifications to plant RNA, as an integrated process control. We see the best areas of application for this in urban farming and automated greenhouses. If you are interested in joint projects, let's get in touch.