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December 2023

Calibre Scientific Acquires Bioreba, A Swiss Provider of Plant Pathogen Diagnostic Test Kits And Services

Calibre Scientific is pleased to announce the acquisition of BIOREBA AG (“BIOREBA” or the “Company”), a Switzerland-based provider of plant pathogen diagnostic test kits and services, selling to diagnostic labs, universities, public and private research institutions and agricultural companies across the world. This strategic acquisition reinforces Calibre Scientific's commitment to expanding its product and service offering in the region.

BIOREBA is a premier provider in the plant pathogen diagnostics space with a diversified product portfolio that includes sample preparation and diagnostic tests for over 100 different pathogens affecting a wide range of crops including potato, grapevines, fruit trees, vegetables, ornamentals and field crops. In addition, BIOREBA also provides in-house diagnostic testing services for plant pathogens in the ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.

With this acquisition, Calibre Scientific expands its product offering and adds scale to its presence in Switzerland while further expanding its ability to serve the workflow within the plant growth media and diagnostics space. “Based on its technical know-how and a differentiated product offering, BIOREBA has successfully serviced the international market for over 40 years”, said Ben Travis, Chief Executive Officer at Calibre Scientific. “We welcome the addition of BIOREBA to our Calibre Scientific network, which will enable us to further expand our capabilities, and deliver comprehensive plant diagnostic solutions to our global customer base.”“BIOREBA has established and maintained an enviable reputation in the phyto-diagnostic market” said Dijana Stolz, CEO of BIOREBA. “We are excited to partner with Calibre Scientific, to expand the offering we provide to our customers and to growing BIOREBA on the international stage given Calibre Scientific’s global presence.”