Shoots by Syngenta, a global collaborative innovation initiative, is inviting proposals to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in food and agriculture. This ongoing opportunity is aimed at academics, research institutions, startups, and cross-industry innovators who want to partner with Syngenta’s network of 6,000 scientists to accelerate solutions for sustainable agriculture.

Multiple science-based challenges currently open for collaboration include:

Soil Restoration Solutions:  Seeking breakthrough technologies to restore soil health by reversing compaction, salinization, and erosion.

Biocontrol of Soil Insect Pests: Looking for innovative biocontrol methods, especially those suitable for seed treatment or soil application, to combat pests affecting crops like corn and soybeans.

Advancements in 3D Tissue Proteomics Mapping Workflows: Calling on researchers with expertise in tissue sample prep, microscopy, and mass spectrometry to better understand insect physiology for improved crop protection.

Each challenge is open for a limited time and offers a chance to co-develop impactful agricultural solutions. To learn more, visit the challenge website here.