PlantArcBio
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersGivat Haim, Israel
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What PlantArcBio does
PlantArcBio is an Israeli ag-biotech company founded in 2014 that develops proprietary gene discovery and gene-editing platforms for crop improvement. Its technology stack centers on three platforms: the DIP™ (Direct-In-Plant) high-throughput gene discovery platform that screens millions of novel genes directly in plants using extremophile samples from harsh environments such as the Dead Sea; the DIPPER™ (Direct In Plant Platform for Edited Regulation) gene-editing optimization platform that identifies optimal genomic loci for CRISPR and other editing technologies to enhance native gene expression; and an RNAi technology platform for biological pest control (e.g., Red Palm Weevil, Cotton Boll Weevil) and external yield enhancement in canola, soybean, and rice. Trial data indicates drought-resistant corn traits have produced 60-540% yield increases under drought conditions.
The company operates a B2B licensing and co-development business model, partnering with global seed companies (KWS, Rallis/Tata Chemicals, Bioceres, Helix Sementes/Agroceres, TMG) and crop protection firms (ICL, Gadot Agro, ToolGen) who integrate PlantArcBio's proprietary genes and RNAi solutions into their commercial pipelines. Revenue is generated through licensing fees, milestone payments, co-development funding (often via industrial R&D foundations such as KORIL-RDF), and the potential for royalties on commercialized products. The company maintains roughly 8-10 active collaboration and licensing agreements and holds 9 patents granted or in registration.
PlantArcBio was previously listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE: PLNT) but delisted in early 2026 to transition to private company status, a move intended to broaden access to private investment capital and support its expansion into South American markets (notably Brazil and Argentina) where regulatory conditions are favorable for its trait and RNAi products. The company operates with 11-50 employees from its headquarters in Giv'at Hen, Israel.
PlantArcBio firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PlantArcBio
- Legal name
- PlantArcBio
- Website
- http://plantarcbio.com/
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PlantArcBio industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- NAICS
- Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (325320)
- SIC
- Agricultural Chemicals (2870)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Gene Editing Trait Development (CRISPR/TALEN/ZFN) (AFABALAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Trait Discovery & Functional Genomics (Target ID/Validation) (AFABALAC), Genotyping Platforms & Services (SNP arrays, GBS, sequencing) (AFABALAE)
Keywords
Where PlantArcBio is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Givat Haim
- HQ country
- Israel
- HQ region
- Middle East
Offices1 record
Markets served
PlantArcBio business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations
Revenue model
- Technology Licensing: Licensing proprietary genes and technology platforms (DIP™ and DIPPER™) to leading seed and crop protection companies. Partners include KWS, Rallis, Bioceres, Helix Sementes, TMG, Gadot Agro, and ICL. Revenue generated through licensing fees and potentially royalties on commercialized products.
- Co-development Partnerships: Strategic collaboration agreements where PlantArcBio co-develops gene-edited crops with technology partners. Funded by industrial R&D foundations such as KORIL-RDF. Example: US$2.16M funded collaboration with ToolGen for herbicide-tolerant soybeans.
- RNAi Product Development: Development of RNAi-based external applications for crop protection and yield enhancement with strategic partners. Products include RNAi solutions for Red Palm Weevil control and yield improvement in canola, soybean, and rice.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels3 records
PlantArcBio product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PlantArcBio discovers novel genes with positive effects on plants (yield improvement, drought resistance, herbicide tolerance, insect tolerance) using its proprietary DIP™ high-throughput platform and DIPPER™ gene-editing optimization platform, complemented by RNAi technology for biological pest control and yield enhancement. The company licenses these proprietary genes and technology platforms to leading global seed and crop protection companies, which integrate the innovations into their commercial seed varieties and crop solutions.
Product overview
PlantArcBio offers an integrated portfolio of biotechnology platforms centered on gene discovery and editing. The core offerings include the DIP™ platform for high-throughput gene discovery and the DIPPER™ platform for gene-editing optimization, complemented by an RNAi technology platform for external crop protection and yield enhancement applications. The DIP™ platform identifies powerful genes from extremophiles for traits including drought resistance, yield improvement, herbicide tolerance, and insect resistance, while DIPPER™ enables precise gene editing for trait enhancement. The RNAi platform provides non-GMO, fully degradable solutions for yield enhancement in major crops and biological pest control for devastating insects like the Red Palm Weevil. The company partners with global seed companies to integrate these proprietary genes and technologies into commercial crop varieties.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- DIP™ (Direct In Plant): Proprietary gene discovery platform that scans millions of novel genes directly in plants to identify genes with positive effects such as yield improvement, drought resistance, and herbicide tolerance.
- DIPPER™ (Direct In Plant Platform for Edited Regulation)
- RNAi Technology
Products and services
- DIP™ (Direct In Plant) Gene Discovery Platform A high-throughput gene discovery platform that simultaneously transforms millions of genes into plants and screens them for positive effects such as yield improvement, drought resistance, herbicide tolerance, nitrogen use efficacy, and insect tolerance. It is licensed to global seed companies who integrate the discovered genes into their commercial seed varieties.
- DIPPER™ Gene Editing Optimization Platform A gene-editing optimization platform that identifies precise locations in target DNA for making genetic changes to increase native gene expression levels, enhancing crop performance. It serves as a prerequisite for optimal use of CRISPR and other gene-editing technologies for traits including herbicide tolerance, nutritional enhancements, and abiotic stress tolerance. Patents have been secured in the US and South Korea.
- RNAi Technology Platform RNA interference technology platform that targets specific mRNA molecules to temporarily silence genes, achieving desired effects without affecting other organisms. Used for external applications and integrated solutions in crop protection and yield enhancement, including biological control of pests such as Red Palm Weevil and Cotton Boll Weevil.
- RNAi Yield Enhancer Externally applied RNAi molecules that temporarily silence specific genes inhibiting crop growth, resulting in significant yield increases in field crops such as canola, soybean, and rice. A non-GMO, fully degradable, and sustainable solution developed in partnership with ICL.
- Red Palm Weevil RNAi Solution Biological RNAi-based pest control solution targeting the Red Palm Weevil (RPW), the most devastating pest for palm trees worldwide. The RNAi is injected into trees to cause larval mortality, providing a non-toxic, fully degradable biological control solution developed in partnership with Gadot Agro.
- Drought-Resistant Corn Traits Drought-resistant genetic traits for corn developed using the DIP™ platform from extremophile gene discoveries in desert soil samples. Demonstrated 60-250% yield increases under drought conditions in field trials with Rallis India, providing tolerance to abiotic stress in commercial corn germplasm.
Quantifiable outcome
- 60-250% yield increase (seed weight) in corn under drought conditions in trials with Rallis India
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use PlantArcBio
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
PlantArcBio technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability6 records
Feature3 records
PlantArcBio partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Helix Sementes e Biotecnologia (Agroceres Group)coreLicensing agreement to develop high-yield, drought-resistant corn using PlantArcBio's proprietary genes for South American markets including Brazil and Argentina. Part of Agroceres Group, a major Brazilian agricultural company.
- ToolGencoreStrategic collaboration to develop gene-edited herbicide-tolerant soybeans using CRISPR-Cas9 technology and PlantArcBio's DIPPER™ platform. Two-year project funded with US$2.16 million by KORIL-RDF, targeting the $10 billion global soybean seed market.
- Rallis (Tata Chemicals subsidiary)corePartnership to develop drought-tolerant corn with higher yield. Successful trials demonstrated 60-250% yield increases under drought conditions.
- KWScoreGlobal seed company partner utilizing PlantArcBio's technology platforms to enhance crop traits and adapt them to climate change.
- BiocerescoreStrategic partner collaborating on genetic technology development for crop enhancement.
- ICLcorePartnership for development of RNAi-based bio-stimulants for yield improvement in field crops such as canola, soybean, and rice.
- Gadot AgrocorePartnership to develop RNAi-based biological solution for Red Palm Weevil control, injected into palm trees for larval mortality.
- TMG (Technologia Melhoramento Genético)coreStrategic partner for RNAi product development and bringing solutions to farmers worldwide.
- Seach Medical GroupminorListed among strategic collaborators for technology development.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
PlantArcBio competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Inari Agriculture: US-based ag-biotech using a combination of AI-driven gene discovery and gene editing to design seeds with improved yield and resource-use efficiency. Closely comparable business model: technology platform licensed/applied to major row-crop seed markets via partnerships.
- Pairwise: US-based gene-editing startup developing improved crop varieties using CRISPR-based tools and proprietary trait-discovery capabilities. Directly comparable as a CRISPR-enabled trait developer for row crops and specialty crops.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
PlantArcBio social profiles
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
PlantArcBio leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
PlantArcBio funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors
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PlantArcBio M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about PlantArcBio
What does PlantArcBio do?
PlantArcBio discovers novel genes with positive effects on plants (yield improvement, drought resistance, herbicide tolerance, insect tolerance) using its proprietary DIP™ high-throughput platform and DIPPER™ gene-editing optimization platform, complemented by RNAi technology for biological pest control and yield enhancement. The company licenses these proprietary genes and technology platforms to leading global seed and crop protection companies, which integrate the innovations into their commercial seed varieties and crop solutions.
Is PlantArcBio a public or private company?
PlantArcBio is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was PlantArcBio founded?
PlantArcBio was founded in 2014. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is PlantArcBio based?
PlantArcBio is headquartered in Givat Haim, Israel, in the Middle East region.
How does PlantArcBio make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Technology Licensing is the primary driver. The others are co-development Partnerships and RNAi Product Development.
Who are PlantArcBio's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Inari Agriculture and Pairwise.
Does PlantArcBio have an API?
No public API is recorded for PlantArcBio.
What industry is PlantArcBio in?
PlantArcBio's product category is Agricultural Biotechnology. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFABALAB, Gene Editing Trait Development (CRISPR/TALEN/ZFN), with a secondary code of AFABALAC, Trait Discovery & Functional Genomics (Target ID/Validation). Its NAICS code is 325320 and its SIC code is 2870.