Bio-Gene Technology Lands new US patent approval for Flavocide insect control
- Bio-Gene Technology (BGT) has landed a new US patent to expand the protection of its insecticide products
- The patent relates to the company’s Flavocide product for the control of pesticide-resistant pests and will expire in July 2038
- Bio-Gene says this extends its current coverage for its insecticide and pest control products in an agricultural environment
- CEO Richard Jagger said with the US being such a large market for the company’s products, the patent strengthens Bio-Gene’s negotiation position for future deals
- Bio-Gene shares are up 2.5 per cent to 8.2 cents at 11:38 am AEDT