BioLumic
Agricultural biotechnology company specializing in light-activated plant trait technology.
Last updated September 1, 2026
Overview
BioLumic is an agricultural biotechnology company specializing in light-activated plant trait technology. Its UV technology delivers ultraviolet light to seeds and seedlings to trigger biological mechanisms that increase plant growth, vigour and yields. The company has a team of plant scientists, agronomists, engineers and data scientists based in the United States and New Zealand.
History
BioLumic is an agricultural biotechnology company specializing in light-activated plant trait technology. Its UV technology delivers ultraviolet light to seeds and seedlings to trigger biological mechanisms that increase plant growth, vigour and yields. The company has a team of plant scientists, agronomists, engineers and data scientists based in the United States and New Zealand. Dr Jason Wargent is founder and CSO. Steve Sibulkin is CEO. In 2025, BioLumic was named to Fast Company's Next Big Things in Tech for 2025. It is expanding its UV-based xTraits Seed Trait Platform into South America through partnerships in Brazil and Chile.
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