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Biotech News delivers the latest developments in biotechnology applied to farming and food production.

From advancements in crop genetics and pest-resistant seeds to breakthroughs in soil microbiomes and precision fermentation, this category explores how biotechnology is reshaping agriculture for improved sustainability, resilience, and yield.

Stay informed on innovations like CRISPR gene editing, bio-based fertilizers, and microbial solutions that support healthier, more productive crops and reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals.

Discover how the newest biotech tools are enhancing food security and driving the next generation of agricultural practices.

biotope by VIB marked a landmark year in 2024, with its portfolio startups achieving notable progress in securing funding, launching products, and expanding teams.
AgTech Accelerator Biotech

Biotope by VIB Celebrates Milestones with Portfolio Startups in 2024

biotope by VIB marked a landmark year in 2024, with its portfolio startups achieving notable progress in securing funding, launching products, and expanding teams.

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Celleste Bio, a cocoa-tech startup, has closed a $4.5M seed funding round led by Supply Change Capital, with participation from Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures, Consensus Business Group, The Trendlines Group, Barrel Ventures, and Regba Agriculture.
Biotech Funding Round

Celleste Bio Secures $4.5M Seed Funding to Advance Cell-Cultured Cocoa Production

Celleste Bio, a cocoa-tech startup, has closed a $4.5M seed funding round led by Supply Change Capital, with participation from Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures, Consensus Business Group, The Trendlines Group, Barrel Ventures, and Regba Agriculture.

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ToolGen, a gene-editing company, and PlantArcBio, an ag-biotech firm, announce a collaboration to develop herbicide-tolerant soybeans.
Biotech Partnerships Plant Science

PlantArcBio Partners With ToolGen to Develop Herbicide-Tolerant Soybeans

ToolGen, a gene-editing company, and PlantArcBio, an ag-biotech firm, announce a strategic collaboration to develop herbicide-tolerant soybeans.

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Ferment, a venture studio that creates bio-enabled product companies, has launched a new $20 million studio fund to rapidly translate biology into products that solve targeted problems across sectors including energy, agriculture, materials, and health.
Biotech

Ferment Launches $20M Studio Fund to Accelerate Bio-Enabled Innovation

Ferment has launched a $20 million studio fund to create companies that transform biology into market-ready products across energy, agriculture, materials, and health sectors.

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Elicit Plant raised $48 million in Series B funding, led by Carbyne Equity Partners, to support U.S. expansion and global growth.
Biotech New Technology In Agriculture Plant Science

Elicit Plant Secures $48M Series B to Accelerate U.S. Expansion

Elicit Plant raised $48 million in Series B funding, led by Carbyne Equity Partners, to support U.S. expansion and global growth.

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Saskatchewan's Global Agri-Food Advancement Partnership is thrilled to announce its recent Proxima Research and Development investment.
Agriculture Investments Biotech

Global Agri-Food Advancement Invests in ERGO Bioscience

The Global Agri-Food Advancement Partnership (GAAP) has invested in ERGO Bioscience, an Argentina-based biotech company.

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Ayana Bio has been awarded a $300,000 grant by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) of the NIH.
Biotech

Ayana Bio to Showcase Plant Cell Technology

Ayana Bio will present its NeuroAdvantage and ImmunAdvantage supplement concepts at SupplySide West 2024 featuring its technology.

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  • 25th October 2024
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Moolec Science, a leader in food ingredient technology, has announced a significant capital raise through strategic partnerships.
Biotech

Moolec Science Secures USDA-APHIS Approval for Genetically Engineered Peas

Moolec Science announced that it received regulatory clearance from the USDA-APHIS for its genetically engineered peas.

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Zoetis & Danone announced a joint plan to improve dairy sustainability through genetic technologies for healthier, more resilient cows.
AgriBusiness Biotech

Zoetis and Danone Partner to Enhance Dairy Sustainability Through Genetic Innovation

Zoetis and Danone have announced a joint plan to improve dairy sustainability through genetic technologies for healthier, more resilient cows.

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ZIVO Bioscience, Inc. collaborates with a global animal health company to start a 42-day study on coccidiosis in broiler chickens.
Biotech New Technology In Agriculture Plant Science

ZIVO Bioscience Initiates Study on Coccidiosis Treatment for Poultry

ZIVO Bioscience, Inc. collaborates with a global animal health company to start a 42-day study on coccidiosis in broiler chickens.

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  • 9th July 2024
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Novozymes and Chr. Hansen merge into 'Novonesis', marking a new era in innovative and sustainable biosolutions.
AgriBusiness Biotech Mergers & Acquisitions

Novonesis Latest News: Pioneering the Future of Biosolutions Post-Merger

Key Takeaways: Completion of Merger: Novozymes and Chr. Hansen has completed their merger, creating a new entity, Novonesis, a global leader in biosolutions. Financial and Business Outlook: Novonesis targets significant growth with […]

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  • 30th January 2024
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PhageLab has secured $11 million in funding to expand its innovative AI-driven platform and operations in Brazil and the US.
AgTech Funding Biotech Livestock

PhageLab Secures $11 Million in Funding

Key Takeaways: Funding Round Success: PhageLab, specializing in bacteriophage-based applications, has raised $11 million from investors, including Nazca, Collaborative Fund, and Water Lemon Ventures, with participation from individual investor Kevin Efrusy. […]

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  • 24th January 2024
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OneOne Biosciences partners with Ginkgo Bioworks to revolutionize sustainable agriculture by developing bio-based microbial solutions
Biotech Partnerships Plant Science

OneOne Biosciences Partners with Ginkgo Bioworks

Key Takeaways Strategic Partnership: OneOne Biosciences, a French startup, has partnered with Ginkgo Bioworks to advance agricultural microbial solutions using Ginkgo’s cell programming and biosecurity platform. Innovative Agricultural Approach: OneOne aims to […]

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  • 21st December 2023
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Interstellar Lab and L'Oréal are collaborating to create innovative sustainable cosmetics using advanced biotech.
Agriculture Innovation Biotech Partnerships

Biotech Meets Beauty in L’Oréal Partnership

Key Takeaways Sustainable Innovation: Interstellar Lab and L’Oréal Green Sciences Incubator collaborate to create sustainable beauty solutions, integrating biotech advancements with the cosmetics industry. BioPod Revolution: The BioPod, Interstellar Lab’s AI-controlled biofarm, […]

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  • 10th November 2023
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Phycin Receives Maryland Stem Cell Fund Grant To Pioneer Algae-Derived Growth Factors
Biotech

Phycin Receives Maryland Stem Cell Fund Grant To Pioneer Algae-Derived Growth Factors

Key Takeaways: Phycin, Inc. secures a grant from the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund for algae biotech innovation. The funding is part of a $4 million round aimed at Maryland-based […]

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