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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.

Agrology partners with Bowles Farming Company, Braga Fresh Family Farms, and Taylor Farms to enhance soil health.
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Agrology Launches Real-Time Nitrous Oxide Sensor

Agrology introduced a real-time, in-field sensor designed to measure Nâ‚‚O emissions, intended to support emissions monitoring in agriculture.

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UPL Ltd. announced the acquisition of Corteva Agriscience's solo mancozeb global fungicide business, enhancing its crop protection portfolio.
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UPL Corp & CAC Nantong Partner to Launch New Insecticide Cyproflanilide

UPL Corporation Ltd. (UPL Corp), a global provider of agricultural solutions, and CAC Nantong Chemical Co. Ltd. (CAC Nantong), a leading agrochemical company based in China, have entered into a strategic partnership to co-develop, register, and commercialize cyproflanilide, a new insecticide designed for pest management in diverse crops and regions.

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Bayer ForwardFarming fosters knowledge sharing on sustainable agricultural practices with farmers, researchers, and stakeholders.
Plant Science

Bayer Crop Science Division Faces Sales Decline Amid Market Challenges

Bayer Crop Science division reported a 3.6% decline in third-quarter 2024 sales, bringing total revenue to €3.986 billion.

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Verde AgriTech partners with WayCarbon, supported by Banco Santander, to monetize and enhance its carbon removal project
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Verde AgriTech Restructures Debt

Verde AgriTech Ltd. has secured debt restructuring terms with creditors representing over 92% of its total debt

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Signify and the University of British Columbia (UBC) are entering the fourth year of a pepper production trial.
Controlled Environment Agriculture Research

Signify & UBC Expand Pepper Production Trial with Advanced LED Lighting

Signify and the University of British Columbia (UBC) are entering the fourth year of a pepper production trial.

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Stay up to date with the latest AgTech highlights: facility expansions, partnerships, funding announcements, and more.
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AgTech Highlights

Stay up to date with the latest AgTech highlights: facility expansions, partnerships, funding announcements, and more.

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Plants for the Future published a report revealing concerning trends in public investment for plant breeding R&I from FP7 to Horizon Europe.
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Plants for the Future: Trends in Plant Breeding R&I Funding

Plants for the Future published a report revealing concerning trends in public investment for plant breeding R&I from FP7 to Horizon Europe.

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Aphea.Bio Bags €70M In a Series C To Accelerate Its Development
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Aphea.Bio Secures €1.9M to Advance INITIΛ for Maize Expansion

Aphea.Bio receives €1.9 million from VLAIO to expand its biostimulant INITIΛ by Aphea.Bio™ for maize into the US and Brazilian markets.

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Agróptimum’s study forecasts a significant rise in pistachio consumption, exceeding 976,000 tons globally driven by demand.
Plant Science

Agróptimum Presents Study on Global Pistachio Industry Growth & Future Trends

Agróptimum’s study forecasts a significant rise in pistachio consumption, exceeding 976,000 tons globally driven by demand.

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FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Global Specialty Solutions (GSS) business to Environmental Science US, LLC (Envu) for $350 million, subject to closing working capital adjustment.
Agricultural Crops Plant Science

FMC Completes Sale of Global Specialty Solutions Business to Envu

FMC Corporation has completed the sale of its Global Specialty Solutions (GSS) business to Environmental Science U.S. LLC (Envu).

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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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SugaROx secured funding from Innovate UK to advance its T6P biostimulant for wheat, developed with Rothamsted Research and Oxford University.
Agriculture Grants Plant Science

SugaROx Secures Innovate UK Funding for Biostimulant R&D Partnership to Boost Wheat Productivity

SugaROx secured funding from Innovate UK to advance its T6P biostimulant for wheat, developed with Rothamsted Research and Oxford University.

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ZeaKal announces the development of PhotoSeedâ„¢ technology in corn, increasing oil content by 23% without affecting yield or protein.
Plant Science

ZeaKal PhotoSeedâ„¢ Environmental Impact

PhotoSeedâ„¢ by ZeaKal enhances photosynthesis, increasing soybean oil yield by 15% and protein by one point.

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Evogene partners with Google Cloud to enhance ChemPass AI, targeting innovation in small molecule design for crop protection.
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Evogene & Google Cloud Partner to Enhance ChemPass AI

Evogene partners with Google Cloud to enhance ChemPass AI, targeting innovation in small molecule design for crop protection.

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Rijk Zwaan reported a 6% increase in sales to €627 million in 2023/2024, with growth across multiple markets and crop types.
Financial Results Plant Science

Rijk Zwaan Reports 6% Sales Growth & Major Investments in 2023/2024 FY

Rijk Zwaan reported a 6% increase in sales to €627 million in 2023/2024, with growth across multiple markets and crop types.

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