ABOUT CERAGEN
Ceragen is a Canadian biotechnology company transforming how growers understand and manage plant health. Originally focused on developing beneficial microbial products, Ceragen began using DNA sequencing internally to track how these microbes performed in real growing environments.
Through this process, the team realized this internal tool could provide valuable insight to growers about what is happening in their systems at the microscopic level. This led to the launch of Ceragen’s microbiome testing services in 2025, providing growers with a more comprehensive and accurate way to monitor crop health.
A Better Way to Understand Plant Health
Ceragen provides advanced DNA and viral sequencing services to greenhouse and field growers that goes beyond simple positive/negative results.
By combining sequencing technology with practical reporting tools, Ceragen enables growers to reduce uncertainty, respond more effectively to disease pressure, and improve overall crop performance.
Built with Growers, for Growers
Ceragen works closely with commercial greenhouse and field growers across Canada and the United States, ensuring its technology is practical, reliable, and aligned with real-world growing conditions.
The company’s experience operating its own greenhouse facility has helped ground its approach in hands-on production realities.
Meet the Team
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Matthew Rose
Co-Founder and CEO
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Dr. Ben Joris, PhD
CSO
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Dr. Sofiane Telhig, PhD
Senior Microbiologist
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Hannah Ross
Microbiologist
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Emmaline Stark
Biology Office Manager
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Grace Laevens
Microbiologist