Plant Science

iGrow News 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.

Syngenta entered into a five-year virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft, a European provider of renewable energy solutions.

Syngenta Launches VIRESTINA™, First New Selective Herbicide for Resistant Grass Weeds in Nearly 40 Years

Syngenta has announced the global launch of VIRESTINA™ technology, the world's first selective herbicide to control resistant grass weeds in soybean and cotton in nearly 40 years.

Read More
Foray Bioscience and Z's Nutty Ridge have signed a partnership agreement to develop fabricated seeds for proprietary hybrid hazelnut varieties adapted to the northeastern United States.

Foray Bioscience and Z’s Nutty Ridge Partner to Scale Hazelnut Trees With Fabricated Seed Technology

Foray Bioscience and Z's Nutty Ridge have signed a partnership agreement to develop fabricated seeds for proprietary hybrid hazelnut varieties adapted to the northeastern United States.

Read More
GreenSTEM Technology Corp has introduced BioProspector™ Fertilizer (BioPro), a fungi-based product designed to improve plant tolerance to abiotic stress conditions including drought, extreme temperatures, salinity, and nutrient deficiencies.

GreenSTEM Technology Introduces BioProspector™ Fertilizer and Seeks Field Trial Participants

GreenSTEM Technology Corp has introduced BioProspector™ Fertilizer (BioPro), a fungi-based product designed to improve plant tolerance to abiotic stress conditions including drought, extreme temperatures, salinity, and nutrient deficiencies.

Read More
Purdue University leads a $2 million USDA APHIS-funded research project with partners Entomol and 1,4Group to combat high pathogenic avian influenza using novel antiviral fogging technology.

Entomol Partners with Purdue University on $2 Million USDA-Funded Avian Influenza Research

Purdue University leads a $2 million USDA APHIS-funded research project with partners Entomol and 1,4Group to combat high pathogenic avian influenza using novel antiviral fogging technology.

Read More
Crop genomics companies are undergoing leadership transitions, moving scientific founders into CTO roles and appointing scale-up CEOs.

Crop Genomics Leadership 2026: The Rise of the Scale-Up CEO

Crop genomics companies are undergoing structured leadership transitions, moving scientific founders into CTO roles and appointing scale-up CEOs.

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

Biotalys Achieves First Research Milestone in Syngenta Partnership for Novel Bioinsecticide Development

Biotalys, an Agricultural Technology company developing protein-based biocontrol solutions, has reached its first research milestone in partnership with Syngenta for developing a novel bioinsecticide against key insect pests.

Read More
FMC Corporation received European Union regulatory approval for Isoflex active (bixlozone), marking a critical milestone in the company's commercialization process.

FMC Receives EU Regulatory Approval for Isoflex Active Herbicide

FMC Corporation received European Union regulatory approval for Isoflex active (bixlozone), marking a critical milestone in the company's commercialization process.

Read More
Primient has created a new Biosolutions business unit focused on high-value, bio-based solutions for customers and innovators.

Primient Launches Biosolutions Business Unit to Scale Bio-Based Manufacturing

Primient has created a new Biosolutions business unit focused on high-value, bio-based solutions for customers and innovators.

Read More
Vive Crop Protection has launched Bifender® SM, a new soil-applied insecticide for in-season management of soil insect pressure in corn.

Vive Crop Protection Launches Bifender SM for In-Season Soil Insect Control in Corn

Vive Crop Protection has launched Bifender® SM, a new soil-applied insecticide for in-season management of soil insect pressure in corn.

Read More
Agroicone partnered with researchers from universities in Brazil & the US to analyze corn ethanol expansion in Brazil.

Agroicone Study Shows Brazil’s Second-Crop Corn Can Enable Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Minimal Land Use

Agroicone partnered with researchers from Iowa State University, Universidad de la Republica, and Indiana University Indianapolis to analyze corn ethanol expansion in Brazil.

Read More