Pivot Bio
Agricultural biotechnology company developing microbial nitrogen solutions that colonize crop roots and produce plant-available nitrogen in situ. The company researches, manufactures (fermentation), tests and distributes microbial seed- and in-furrow treatments for cereal crops, conducts large-scale field and university trials, and reports sustainability outcomes including avoided CO2e. The platform is positioned to replace a portion of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer (commonly cited as up to ~40 lb/acre for certain use cases) while measuring impacts on yield, nitrate leaching and greenhouse gas emissions.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
large (251-1000)
Patents
Guided microbial remodeling, a platform for the rational improvement of microbial species for agriculture
US-12774470-B2
View DetailsTemporally and spatially targeted dynamic nitrogen delivery by remodeled microbes
US-12692203-B2
View Details
Guided microbial remodeling, a platform for the rational improvement of microbial species for agriculture
US-12774470-B2
View DetailsTemporally and spatially targeted dynamic nitrogen delivery by remodeled microbes
US-12692203-B2
View DetailsProducts
Microbial nitrogen for corn (on-seed and in-furrow formulations)
Live microbial formulations applied on-seed or in-furrow to corn to colonize roots and supply season-long, plant-available nitrogen intended to replace a portion of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer.
Microbial nitrogen for wheat
Microbial formulations developed for spring and winter wheat to provide predictable nitrogen delivery and improve biomass and grain yield while reducing synthetic nitrogen use.
Microbial nitrogen for small grains and sorghum
Formulations for small grain crops (sorghum, barley, millet, oats, sunflower) that provide steady nutrition across variable weather to support predictable productivity.
Microbial nitrogen for corn silage
Formulations intended to increase silage tonnage and provide predictable digestible nutrients, starch and protein levels via root-associated microbial nitrogen delivery.
Microbial nitrogen for corn (on-seed and in-furrow formulations)
Live microbial formulations applied on-seed or in-furrow to corn to colonize roots and supply season-long, plant-available nitrogen intended to replace a portion of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer.
Microbial nitrogen for wheat
Microbial formulations developed for spring and winter wheat to provide predictable nitrogen delivery and improve biomass and grain yield while reducing synthetic nitrogen use.
Microbial nitrogen for small grains and sorghum
Formulations for small grain crops (sorghum, barley, millet, oats, sunflower) that provide steady nutrition across variable weather to support predictable productivity.
Microbial nitrogen for corn silage
Formulations intended to increase silage tonnage and provide predictable digestible nutrients, starch and protein levels via root-associated microbial nitrogen delivery.
Services
Design and operational support for grower-run demos and replicated trials, including trial protocols, data collection guidance and agronomist consultations.
Structured multi-week training combining self-paced content and live discussions to educate resellers and advisors on nitrogen use, product compatibility and planning.
Regional sales representatives and agronomists offering local product scheduling, seed-treatment coordination and in-field support.
Design and operational support for grower-run demos and replicated trials, including trial protocols, data collection guidance and agronomist consultations.
Structured multi-week training combining self-paced content and live discussions to educate resellers and advisors on nitrogen use, product compatibility and planning.
Regional sales representatives and agronomists offering local product scheduling, seed-treatment coordination and in-field support.
Expertise Areas
- Microbial nitrogen fixation and microbial product development
- Field agronomy and on-farm trial management
- Fermentation-based biomanufacturing
- Seed treatment formulation and application
Key Technologies
- Microbial nitrogen fixation
- Seed coating / on-seed application
- In-furrow application
- Fermentation-based biomanufacturing
News & Updates
Company commentary on industry trends including partnerships, precision ag, sustainable agriculture and investment in ag tech; includes mention of company expansion and recognition.
Company cited as appearing on Time's list of best inventions (multiple years), Fast Company's innovation lists, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Fortune Impact lists for startups driving social good.
Recognition in several sector lists and award programs in 2021-2022 including placement on FoodTech 500 and THRIVE TOP50 AgTech.
Company commentary on industry trends including partnerships, precision ag, sustainable agriculture and investment in ag tech; includes mention of company expansion and recognition.
Company cited as appearing on Time's list of best inventions (multiple years), Fast Company's innovation lists, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Fortune Impact lists for startups driving social good.
Recognition in several sector lists and award programs in 2021-2022 including placement on FoodTech 500 and THRIVE TOP50 AgTech.