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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.

ADAMA reports Q3 2025 sales of $933M and 50% EBITDA growth, driven by higher volumes, improved mix, and “Fight Forward” initiatives.

ADAMA & BASF Enter Strategic Agreement to Co-Develop Gilboa® Fungicide Solutions

ADAMA and BASF have signed a strategic co-development and commercialization agreement focused on ADAMA’s Gilboa® fungicide active ingredient.

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Ginkgo Bioworks and Bayer extend their partnership to advance microbial nitrogen fixation, crop protection, and sustainability.

Ginkgo Bioworks and Agricen Complete Collaboration to Optimize Fermentation Process for Soil Amendments

Ginkgo Bioworks and Agricen have completed an initial collaboration focused on fermentation process optimization.

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Mikael Courbot emphasizes that balancing product delivery with long-term platform development is key to scaling AgTech innovation.

Mikael Courbot on Micropep’s Peptide Technology and Biological Crop Protection

Mikael Courbot emphasizes that balancing product delivery with long-term platform development is key to scaling AgTech innovation.

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Loveland Products has introduced Extract® XC, a concentrated update of its Extract Powered by Accomplish® (Extract PBA).

Loveland Products Launches WEATHER GARD™ ELITE All-in-One Adjuvant for Spray Applications

Loveland Products has introduced WEATHER GARD™ ELITE, a spray combining five adjuvant functions into a single, low-viscosity formulation.

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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 Canada Launches Sivanto® Energy for Flea Beetle Control in Canola

Bayer Crop Science Canada announced the commercial launch of Sivanto® Energy, a foliar insecticide developed to control flea beetles in canola

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Adecoagro submitted a binding offer to acquire YPF’s 50% share in Profertil, matching terms previously agreed with Nutrien.

Adecoagro to Take Control of Profertil Following Acquisition of YPF’s Remaining Stake

Adecoagro will acquire YPF’s remaining 50% stake in Profertil, becoming its controlling shareholder.

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CDotBio, a biotechnology company spun out from the University of Bristol, has been awarded the £25,000 Armourers & Brasiers Venture Prize to advance its carbon nanodot platform for agricultural applications

CDotBio Prepares to Scale Sugar-Based Nanotechnology With SHAKE Climate Change Support

CDotBio, a University of Bristol spin-out company, is preparing to scale its sugar-based nanotechnology with investment and mentoring support from SHAKE Climate Change.

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Pivot Bio has named Travis Frey as Chief Technology Officer following the retirement of Ernie Sanders.

Pivot Bio Expands Commercial and Senior Leadership Team to Support Growth and Market Expansion

Pivot Bio has added multiple new leaders across commercial, agronomy, distribution, and senior management roles.

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Tidal Grow AgriScience launches alignN®, a foliar nitrogen with align® Technology to boost yields and cut nitrogen waste.

Tidal Grow® AgriScience Appoints Debbie Watts as VP of Innovation & Business Development

Tidal Grow AgriScience, a division of Tidal Vision Products Inc., announced it has begun offering Tidal Grow® Spectra™ in California following approval by the state’s Department of Pesticide Regulation.

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Locus Fermentation Solutions closed an oversubscribed $20 million convertible note round led by Hudson Bay Capital at a $100 million valuation.

Locus Fermentation Solutions Raises $20M to Scale U.S. Bio-Based Manufacturing Capacity

Locus Fermentation Solutions closed an oversubscribed $20 million convertible note round led by Hudson Bay Capital at a $100 million valuation.

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