Plant Science

Plant Science

Plant Science News delivers the latest insights and innovations from the world of plant biology, genetics, and sustainable agriculture.

Our coverage spans breakthroughs in crop resilience, soil health, and biotechnology, spotlighting the research and technology reshaping the future of plant science.

Explore how scientists and agronomists are advancing sustainable food production, enhancing biodiversity, and addressing global agricultural challenges. From gene editing to precision agriculture, stay informed on the developments that are driving sustainability and innovation in the field.

AgTech Funding Plant Science

Global Affairs Canada Invests $7.3M to Boost African Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability

Global Affairs Canada has allocated $7.3 million to the Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism (AFFM) to support sustainable agriculture across Africa, focusing on enhancing smallholder farmers' productivity, especially women and youth.

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Crop Genomics New Technology In Agriculture Partnerships

GRDC Latest News: Launches the Oat Grain Quality Consortium (OGQC)

The Oat Grain Quality Consortium aims to enhance the quality of Australian oats through targeted pre-breeding research.

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Agriculture Projects Plant Science

Horizon Launches State-of-the-Art Bioagriculture Facility in Spain

Horizon has opened a new facility dedicated to producing organic fertilizers and biostimulants in Baeza, Spain

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Plant Science

Trilogene Seeds Launches Triploid THCa Cannabis Seeds

Trilogene Seeds introduces new triploid THCa cannabis seeds, enhancing cultivation with multiple benefits.

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Appointments Plant Science

Harpe Bioherbicide Solutions Latest News: Appoints Dr. Peter Eckes as New Board Chairperson

Dr. Peter Eckes, with extensive experience in agricultural R&D at BASF, has been appointed as the board chairperson of Harpe Bioherbicide Solutions, Inc.

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Funding Round Plant Science

NPHarvest Raises €2.2M to Advance Nutrient Recycling Technology

NPHarvest has raised €2.2 million to commercialize its Nutrient Catcher machine, designed to recycle nutrients from wastewater.

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Funding Round Plant Science

PINC Invests in OlsAro to Boost Development of Climate-Resilient Wheat Varieties

Swedish startup OlsAro is developing new wheat varieties that are resilient to climate stresses such as salt, heat, and drought, using a platform that speeds up breeding processes.

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Horticulture Research

Wageningen University & Research Latest News: AGROS Project Concludes with Insights for a Sustainable Future in Agriculture

The AGROS closing event will showcase sustainable agricultural technologies in Wageningen on April 24.

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University Research

Agricultural Water Management: Remote Sensing and Machine Learning’s Role in Sustainable Irrigation

Remote sensing and machine learning have provided new methods to measure crop water consumption at the field scale, addressing previous gaps.

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University Research

Irrigation’s Environmental Impact: A Study on Energy Consumption & CO2 Emissions

Key Takeaways: Irrigation’s Environmental Impact: Irrigation practices consume 1896 petajoules of energy and contribute 216 million metric tons of CO2 annually, accounting for 15% of agricultural emissions. Groundwater Dependency: Despite […]

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Mergers & Acquisitions Plant Science

Inverness Graham Announces Acquisition of BioTek Ag by Custom Agronomics

Inverness Graham, through its Green Light buyout strategy focusing on environmental sustainability, announced that its portfolio company based in Florida, Custom Agronomics ("Custom Ag"), has acquired Clinton, NC based BioTek Ag ("BioTek")

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Controlled Environment Agriculture Plant Science

Plasma Seed Treatment Technology and Its Impact on Productivity

Plasma technology for seed treatment can revolutionize the agricultural industry by improving seed quality and enhancing crop yields.

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Crop Protection Partnerships

Modern Ag Alliance Forms to Advocate for Crop Protection Tools

Key Points A coalition named the Modern Ag Alliance has been established, comprising over 60 diverse agriculture organizations, including leadership by Bayer, to support American farmers. The Alliance aims to […]

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Crop Genomics Plant Science

Innovative Yield Trait Enhances Soybean Production: A Closer Look at Texas Crop Science’s Breakthrough

Key Takeaways Yield Increase Reported: Texas Crop Science (TCS) announced a 21% increase in soybean yield due to its new yield trait, aiming to impact the agricultural sector significantly. Potential […]

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AgriBusiness Agriculture Innovation Crop Protection Sustainable Agriculture

SenesTech Latest News: Signs Distribution Agreement With Wilco Distributors, Inc

Key Takeaways: SenesTech, Inc. has entered into a distribution agreement with Wilco Distributors to distribute Evolveâ„¢ soft bait, a fertility control product for rodents. The partnership aims to provide alternatives […]

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