In 1984 the seven member-companies of SAATEN-UNION GmbH established SAATEN-UNION Resistenzlabor. The aim was to work together to carry out research and development of bio-technologically supported plant breeding. In 2009, due to the company’s international significance, it was renamed SAATEN-UNION BIOTEC GmbH.
1984 | Establishment of SAATEN-UNION Resistenzlabor by the seven member-companies of SAATEN-UNION GmbH |
1984 - 1986 | Setting up tissue culture |
1986 - 1993 | Creation of service sector |
1993 - 1996 | Establishment of molecular genetics |
1999 | Entry of DSV as eighth member-company |
2000 | Inauguration of transformation laboratory |
2004 | Extension of greenhouse facility |
2006 | Setting up operation in Biopark Gatersleben |
2007 | Inauguration of second unit in Biopark Gatersleben |
2009 | Change of name to SAATEN-UNION BIOTEC GmbH |