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Collaboration, License, and Other Agreements - Bayer Narrative (Details) - Bayer | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021
Minimum |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |
Revenue based on percentage of annual sales in Japan | 33.50%
Maximum |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |
Revenue based on percentage of annual sales in Japan | 40.00%

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