Our Technology
Glaia is a plant performance and Light Use Efficiency (LUE) technology designed to help crops make better use of the resources they already have, starting with sunlight.
Glaia works at a system level targeting photosynthesis, improving efficiency across real-world conditions, and deliver consistent yield performance in the field.
Unlocking the power of photosynthesis
The one-of-a-kind biostimulant that uses unique, bioavailable
carbon-based technologies to unlock the real potential of
photosynthesis.
The inefficiency of Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis is the engine of plant growth, yet it typically converts only about 1% of incoming sunlight into biomass.
Much of the light a crop receives is not used effectively, limiting productivity. Improving light-use-efficiency offers a clear opportunity to increase crop growth and yields without changing land use or adding more inputs.
Our Technology
At the heart of our innovation are unique, bioavailable carbon dots designed to enhance photosynthesis, helping plants convert sunlight into biomass more efficiently.
Our light-use-technology leads to increased crop yields without necessitating changes to existing agricultural practices or additional inputs.
Field trials have demonstrated significant yield increases across a wide range of crops: fruit, fruiting veg, leafy veg, cereals, potatoes, top fruit and citrus.
Developed at the University of Bristol and protected by patents, and is built on advanced scientific research adapted to real-world agriculture.
Our Technology
In most crops, a large share of sunlight is never converted into usable plant energy.
Glaia improves Light Use Efficiency (LUE), enabling plants to convert more sunlight into growth, energy, and ultimately yield.
Targeting plant efficiency
Glaia works within the plants natural processes to improve how efficiently it uses available resources.
It does not rely on delivering nutrients or microbes into plant cells but instead enhances how efficiently the plant uses available resources.
Simple, focused technology
Built around a single molecule active ingredient, Glaia delivers a precise and scalable to improve plant performance.
Developed at the University of Bristol and protected by patents, Glaia is built on advanced scientific research adapted for real-world agriculture.
Glaia’s impact has been measured using in-field sensor technology.
Sensors are used to measure photosynthetic efficiency directly in-field
Increases emerge within 2 days and persist for 10+ days after application.
Measurements reflect real-world crop environments and variability
Measured at the plant level
Sensors are used to measure photosynthetic efficiency directly in-field
Sustained performance
Increases emerge within 2 days and persist for 10+ days after application.
Real-world conditions
Measurements reflect real-world crop environments and variability
Proof in the Field
Field Results Summary
Glaia’s approach has been validated through extensive field testing across a wide range of crops, environments, and growing conditions.
Across trials, results demonstrate:
9% Average Yield Increase
Achieved across 30+ independent trials, delivering consistent yield improvements in commercial growing environments.
Tested Across Multiple Crop Types
Validated across fruit, vegetables and broadacre crops including wheat, barley, tomato, cucumber, lettuce and peppers, demonstrating broad applicability beyond a single crop system.
Validated by Growers and Research Partners
Trials conducted with commercial growers and leading research organisations, across both foliar and root application, proving compatibility with real-world farming practices.
Rather than relying on isolated peak results, Glaia’s performance is defined by repeatability; delivering dependable outcomes where consistency matters most.
Designed For Real-world Farming
Our products integrates seamlessly into existing programmes, without adding complexity or requiring changes to how you farm.
Easy to Apply
Water soluble and tank mixable, our products fits directly into existing spray programmes or can be applied in certain crops via root systems, with no additional equipment required.
Works With Existing Systems
Compatible with standard inputs and application methods, our products enhances performance without disrupting established agronomic practices.
More Output, Same Inputs
By improving how plants convert sunlight into usable energy, our products increases yield potential without increasing input intensity, supporting more efficient, sustainable production.
Sustainability Through Efficiency
Our carbon-based active ingredient improves energy use and reduces CO₂ emissions, especially under low light or light-stress conditions such as dawn, dusk, cloudy days, or intense sunlight.
In UK field trials on strawberries, Glaia delivered up to 20% higher yields, along with improved fruit quality and a reduced carbon footprint. By producing more berries per hectare, growers can cut CO₂ equivalents and lessen environmental impact, all without expanding land use.
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In strawberry trials, Fragaria Plus delivered an average +7.6% yield increase across 13 trials, without requiring additional inputs or changes to farming practices.
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More output. Same inputs. Lower footprint per tonne.
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This means more saleable produce from the same resources, improving both farm productivity and environmental efficiency.
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Sustainability is not an added intervention. It is a direct outcome of improving how efficiently plants use energy.
A more efficient plant is a more sustainable one.
15% Reduced Carbon Emissions
+7.6% average yield increase
13 trials · grower + CRO data
