Enko Chem

Enko is a private U.S. agricultural life sciences company developing crop protection products for weeds, fungal diseases, and other agricultural pests. The company applies a pharma-style discovery model to agriculture through its ENKOMPASS platform, which combines DNA-encoded libraries, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and structure-based design to discover selective small-molecule crop health products. Enko is focused on novel modes of action intended to address pesticide resistance and improve safety and sustainability. Its disclosed pipeline includes herbicide and fungicide programs, including a graminicide portfolio and partnered discovery work with Syngenta. The company is headquartered in Mystic, Connecticut and remains privately held and active.