Great Falls, Montana Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Enko Chem Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for innovation in sustainable agriculture. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12302900, titled ‘Protoporphyrinogen oxidase inhibitors’, introduces a new class of herbicides designed to improve weed control while reducing environmental impact.
This patented technology targets a key enzyme in plant metabolism, disrupting weed growth with high precision. By selectively inhibiting protoporphyrinogen oxidase, the invention allows crops to thrive while unwanted plants are quickly neutralized.
The innovation promises better yield protection and can help farmers tackle herbicide resistance, one of the most urgent challenges in modern agriculture. Unlike older chemical treatments, these inhibitors are engineered for effectiveness at lower doses, minimizing soil and water contamination.
Enko Chem Inc.’s approach blends molecular design with data-driven screening to develop safer, next-generation crop protection solutions. This breakthrough not only supports food security but also aligns with growing global demand for environmentally conscious farming tools.
By bringing cutting-edge science to the field, Enko Chem Inc. continues to redefine what’s possible in agtech. Their latest patent offers farmers a smarter way to grow, protect, and sustain the future of agriculture.