Plant pathogens are extremely variable, presenting a significant challenge in terms of their management with bacteriophage, given their extreme specificity. APS’ patented Biolyse^® technology creates unique combinations of bacteriophage, both broad-range and highly specific that effectively address this pathogen diversity, in addition to providing an insurance policy against the development of resistance within the pathogen population.

1. Pathogen isolation from target material

2. Bacteriophage isolations against pathogens

3. Screening to create bacteriophage mixes

4. Optimisation & scale-up of each bacteriophage

Formulation options include:

Liquid

Dried formulation (rehydratable)

applications

The Biolyse^® technology is applicable to any bacterial pathogen/contaminant situation, be it plant- animal- or human pathogens. We have a pipeline of solutions across the agricultural and horticultural sectors, ranging from initial candidate selection, through trials and ongoing regulatory consideration. With the support of significant UK public-sector funding (including Innovate UK and Scottish Enterprise), current and recent targets include:

Blackleg/tuber soft rot of seed-potato crops

Creating patented bacteriophage mixes against blackleg/tuber soft rot pathogens, with the aim of protecting high-grade seed-potato crops, reducing the risk of infection for later generations

Salad spoilage

Formulating bacteriophage mixes against soilage pathogens of bagged salads

Mushroom blotch

A patented bacteriophage mix under development to address a global market opportunity for managing bacterial losses in commercial mushrooms

If you interested in finding out more or in collaborating with APS on a specific project, please contact us.