Dow AgroSciences, M.S. Technologies Collaborate on Three-Gene Soybean

Posted by |22 August 2011

Dow AgroSciences LLC and M.S. Technologies LLC have submitted for the approval of a three-gene herbicide-tolerant soybean to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), according to a press release.

This new soybean event developed by the companies includes three herbicide tolerance genes stacked as part of a single genetic event in the soybean genome. These genes provide tolerance to Dow AgroSciences’ new 2,4-D product, glyphosate, and glufosinate, which combined make-up the Enlist Weed Control System, according to the release.

“Dow AgroSciences continues to break new ground in both trait and herbicide technologies, and this soybean submission illustrates how our company continues to raise the bar for our entire industry in innovation,” said Antonio Galindez, president and CEO, Dow AgroSciences in a statement. “For growers, this Dow AgroSciences scientific breakthrough will provide a new choice for the best traits in the best germplasm to enhance soybeans. For Dow AgroSciences, this technology significantly accelerates our growth and position in the soybean business and beyond.”

Pending regulatory approvals, the trait package is expected to be available by mid-decade in Dow AgroSciences, M.S. Technologies and Mertec soybean varieties.