Growing the future together
The challenges are urgent. The science is ready.
Help us drive discoveries that nourish people and the planet
What if the next big breakthrough for food, health, and sustainability isn’t decades away, but happening right now in Ithaca, New York?
BTI is a nonprofit
From lab to life
Big Problems. Real Solutions.
Turning plant science into healthier food, living soils, clean water, and real opportunity for students. Training the next generation of scientists.
Better Food, Fewer Inputs
Biodiversity to Resilience
Water and Living Soils
Next-Gen Talent
Your gift powers the work behind these breakthroughs.
Celia Hagerman
VP of Development
Propelled by our partners
We can't do it alone. Join a movement of visionary partners fueling breakthroughs in climate resilience, food security, and disease prevention.
Your gift makes an impact!
BTI researchers work to understand plants and their pests to help tackle society’s most pressing global issues: development of renewable energy sources, crops with increased environmental and disease resistance, and medicines from plant-derived chemicals.
BTI is home to innovative core facilities and technology that encourage collaboration and cutting-edge development and discoveries. Many of our scientists have been honored as American Association for the Advancement of Science fellows—and collaborate with researchers from around the world.
BTI provides a stimulating place for young people to learn about plant science through our Summer Internship REU Program, high school internships, teacher training, predoctoral and postdoctoral opportunities, and educational outreach programs.
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