Amoéba

Amoeba protects plants sustainably and responsibly.

Amoeba explores cosmetic innovation using *Willaertia* lysate alongside its biocidal and biocontrol applications.

Amoeba operates as a research and development platform producing amoebas.

Amoeba published a scientific paper on the effectiveness of its biocontrol products against tomato late blight.

Jean-François Doucet has over 25 years of experience in financial and administrative management. After ten years in audit and transactions consulting at PwC, he held roles as Director of Administration and Finance in companies across chemistry and health industries (BASF, Gibaud, Ossür).

Amoeba focuses on managing its intellectual property through industrial secrecy and patent filings.

Amoeba develops applications using the properties of the amoeba *Willaertia magna* C2c Maky, which was isolated from the environment and has multiple advantages.

Amoéba secures a €9.7 million capital raise, extending funding until September 2027. The company plans to monetize its cosmetic brand **Willa** to achieve financial independence by 2029, targeting €40 million in revenue with over 10% operating margins. Amoéba aims to double revenue to €80 million by 2032, pending the success of its monetization strategy.

Oct 2026ideal-investisseur.frNews article

Syngenta and Amoéba have partnered exclusively in Europe to launch the first protozoan-based biocontrol fungicide for cereals. The product targets **septoria** and **yellow rust**, two common fungal diseases in EU cereal crops. Initial commercial sales are planned for the **2028/29 season**, marking a novel approach to sustainable crop protection.

Sep 2026Fertilizer DailyNews article

Syngenta and Amoéba are commercializing **AXP20**, a biofungicide derived from the amoeba *C2c Maky*, to combat **septoria and yellow rust** in European cereals. The product addresses rising fungicide resistance and regulatory challenges with a biological, low-resistance-risk solution. Syngenta secures exclusive EU distribution rights, with market registration planned for **2028** and on-farm use expected in **2029**.

Sep 2026AgNavigator.comNews article

Syngenta partners with Amoeba to develop **AXP20**, a biofungicide targeting **septoria leaf spot** and **yellow rust** in cereals. The product is set for launch in the **European market** beginning in **2028**, addressing key fungal diseases in grain crops. The collaboration aims to expand sustainable pest-control solutions for agriculture.

Sep 2026https://assets.revistacultivar.com.br/75fa5cab-4d15-488c-b1a4-c7987b6d95c2.jpgNews article