Elemental Enzymes in partnership with UPL announced the launch of Strakor®, a breakthrough peptide-based solution designed to combat citrus greening (HLB).

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Elemental Enzymes in partnership with UPL announced the launch of Strakor®, a breakthrough peptide-based solution designed to combat citrus greening (HLB).

Precision Peptide Science Delivers the Only Registered Solution for HLB Management in Brazil

In a major development for the global citrus sector, Elemental Enzymes in partnership with UPL announced the launch of Strakor®, a breakthrough peptide-based solution designed to combat citrus greening (HLB). Debuting as the only registered product in Brazil for managing Huanglongbing (HLB), this solution leverages advanced Vismax™ technology to provide field-ready, scalable defense. Strakor® utilizes precise signaling peptides that trigger a plant’s systemic immune pathways to combat pathogens from within, while offering broad-spectrum secondary protection against bacterial and fungal threats. Engineered to avoid operational disruption, it integrates seamlessly into existing crop programs, turning precision biochemistry into field-ready yield security as Elemental Enzymes shifts toward becoming a full-scale solution provider.

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. and São Paulo, Brazil — May 28, 2026 — Elemental Enzymes, a leader in Precision Biology solutions, in partnership with UPL, a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, today announced the launch of Strakor®, a breakthrough peptide-based solution designed to combat citrus greening (HLB).

Strakor® is the only registered product in Brazil for the efficient management of citrus greening, one of the most devastating diseases affecting citrus production worldwide. Developed using Vismax™ technology, this innovative solution translates advanced peptide science into a field-ready, scalable solution for growers.

‘Strakor isn’t just a product—it’s what happens when precision peptide science meets a grower’s real-world challenge,’ said Brian Thompson, CEO of Elemental Enzymes. ‘Together with UPL, we’re giving Brazilian citrus growers their first registered tool against HLB—plus broad-spectrum protection against bacterial and fungal pathogens—setting a new standard for what biological crop protection can be.’

Strakor® works through precise signaling peptides that activate the plant’s natural immune response. These peptide signals trigger systemic defense pathways, enabling the plant to protect itself from the inside out. The result is improved resilience, enhanced plant health, and stronger orchard performance over time.

Designed as a complete solution—not just a standalone product—Strakor® integrates seamlessly into existing grower practices. It is compatible with current crop protection programs and easy to apply, requiring no operational disruption while delivering measurable performance in the field.

‘Strakor represents an important advance in the way we think about agricultural management,’ said Mariana Yama, Product Manager at UPL Brazil. ‘We are talking about a solution that combines science, innovation, and sustainability, contributing to a more balanced, productive agriculture that is prepared for today’s challenges in the field.’

The launch reflects Elemental Enzymes’ strategic evolution from a technology innovator to a solutions provider—focused on delivering precision biology in forms that are proven, scalable, and ready for real-world agriculture.

About Elemental Enzymes

Elemental Enzymes is a global agricultural technology company specializing in enzyme and peptide-based solutions that improve plant health, nutrient efficiency, and disease resilience. Through Precision Biology, the company develops field-ready, scalable solutions that help growers enhance productivity while supporting sustainable agriculture.

About UPL

UPL Ltd. is a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, offering a portfolio of crop protection, biologicals, and digital technologies designed to improve farmer productivity and environmental outcomes. Through its OpenAg® purpose, UPL is building a collaborative global network to advance agriculture.

Strategic Market Context

The deployment of a molecular peptide platform to manage severe vascular tree pathogens aligns with a global trend toward high-precision biosolutions. As global programs gather technical recognition—notably seen with the Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming network securing the 2026 Food Planet Prize for large-scale ecological transitions—commercial developers are matching community momentum with targeted chemistry. This organizational shift toward verified biological options is also visible in key leadership updates across agricultural hubs, such as the South African Bioproducts Organisation naming Debbie Matteucci as Chief Executive Officer to scale market-integrated solutions.

“Harnessing systemic immune signaling to protect orchards from the inside out.”

Elemental Enzymes & UPL Global Alliance

St. Louis, MO & São Paulo, Brazil | Commercial Launch Briefing | May 2026