Francis Kirigwi

Title: Francis Kirigwi and Soybean Variety Innovation

Introduction

Francis Kirigwi is an inventor associated with Monsanto Technology LLC and based in Winnipeg, Canada. His listed patent work concerns soybean varieties and methods for developing soybean plants. He is credited with 2 patents.

Latest Patents

**Soybean variety 01106159.** This invention covers the seeds, plants, and derivatives of soybean variety 01106159. It also describes tissue cultures and plants regenerated from them, as well as methods for producing soybean plants by crossing this variety with itself or another soybean variety.

**Soybean variety 01098293.** This invention covers the seeds, plants, and derivatives of soybean variety 01098293. It also describes tissue cultures and regenerated plants, along with methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the variety with itself or another soybean variety.

Career Highlights

Kirigwi’s listed inventions focus on soybean breeding and the development of plant varieties. The patents describe biological materials and breeding methods that support the propagation and production of soybean plants.

Collaborations

Kirigwi’s listed coworkers include Mehul Bhakta and Heinrich S. Wohleser. His patent work is associated with Monsanto Technology LLC.

Conclusion

Francis Kirigwi’s two listed patents document contributions to soybean variety development, including seeds, plants, tissue cultures, and breeding methods.