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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.

Biotalys (Euronext: BTLS), a developer of protein-based biocontrol solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with 21st.BIO

Biotalys Secures First U.S. State Registration for EVOCA Biofungicide in Florida

Biotalys has received state registration for its EVOCA™ biofungicide in Florida, marking the first approval of an AGROBODY™ biocontrol product by any U.S. state.

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Explore the latest trends in fertilizer prices with a focus on urea, DAP, and sulfur costs impacting the agriculture sector.

Fertilizer Prices Weekly Update (April 20 – 27, 2026)

Explore the latest trends in fertilizer prices with a focus on urea, DAP, and sulfur costs impacting the agriculture sector.

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Bayer designates Cornfed Farms as its first U.S. ForwardFarm, showcasing regenerative practices and innovation in sustainable agriculture.

Bayer Crop Science Advances Performance Turnaround Amid Litigation Progress and Portfolio Reshaping

Bayer CEO Bill Anderson told shareholders at the Annual Stockholders' Meeting that the Crop Science turnaround is progressing but not yet complete

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Syngenta has selected TetraScience’s Tetra OS platform to automate data transformation across its Crop Protection R&D organization

Syngenta Deploys TetraScience’s Tetra OS to Automate Crop Protection R&D Data

Syngenta has selected TetraScience’s Tetra OS platform to automate data transformation across its Crop Protection R&D organization

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AGR secured $2M in contracts and grants led by NASA and the U.S. NSF, ranking in the top 1% of American deep technology innovations.

Advanced Growing Resources Raises $2M From NASA and NSF to Diagnose Crop Afflictions a Week Earlier

Advanced Growing Resources (AGR) has secured $2 million in contracts and grants led by NASA and the U.S. National Science Foundation, ranking in the top 1% of American deep technology innovations.

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MYCOPHYTO has announced the completion of a €16 million Series A funding round to support its next phase of growth and accelerate its international ambitions.

Mycophyto Opens Morocco Subsidiary

Mycophyto announced the opening of its Morocco subsidiary as part of its international development strategy to strengthen its presence in African agricultural markets.

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Wild Bioscience raises $60M Series A led by the Ellison Institute to expand its AI-driven precision breeding for climate-resilient crops.

Wild Bioscience Expands Milton Park Operations

Wild Bioscience, a University of Oxford spinout developing climate-resilient crop varieties, has expanded its operations at Milton Park following a £45 million ($60 million) Series A funding round closed in October 2025 and led by the Ellison Institute of Technology.

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Minerva Foods partnered with Rumin8 and ESALQ/USP to conduct a 120-day study on methane emissions in Nellore cattle.

Minerva Foods Study Shows 50% Methane Reduction in Cattle Using Rumin8 Feed Additive

Minerva Foods partnered with Australian climate technology company Rumin8 and ESALQ/USP to conduct a 120-day study on methane emissions in Nellore cattle.

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Pairwise signed a licensing agreement granting Wild Bioscience access to its Fulcrum® genome editing tools.

Pairwise Partners with Ball Horticultural Company for Ornamental Crop Gene Editing

Pairwise announced a licensing agreement with Ball Horticultural Company, granting Ball access to the Fulcrum genome editing platform for ornamental crops.

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Front Row Ag LLC has merged with Solstice Agriculture LLC, its primary distributor since 2019, with the transaction completed on April 1, 2026.

Front Row Ag and Solstice Agriculture Merge to Create Unified Cultivation Supply Company

Front Row Ag LLC has merged with Solstice Agriculture LLC, its primary distributor since 2019, with the transaction completed on April 1, 2026.

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