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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.

Yara International ASA has agreed to acquire the ammonia production facility operated by Gulf Coast Ammonia in Texas City, Texas. The transaction, valued at $1.3 billion, is being executed through Yara's U.S. subsidiary, Yara North America, Inc., with the seller being GCA Holdings LLC, an entity affiliated with Lotus Infrastructure Partners and MB Energy. The acquisition adds a plant with an expected nameplate capacity of 1.3 million metric tonnes per annum to Yara's global production portfolio.

Yara International to Acquire Gulf Coast Ammonia Plant in Texas City for $1.3 Billion

Yara International ASA has agreed to acquire the ammonia production facility operated by Gulf Coast Ammonia in Texas City, Texas. The transaction, valued at $1.3 billion, is being executed through Yara's U.S. subsidiary, Yara North America, Inc., with the seller being GCA Holdings LLC, an entity affiliated with Lotus Infrastructure Partners and MB Energy. The

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Arevo, a Swedish agtech company, has secured €7.3 million to accelerate the scale-up of its bio-based fertiliser and support international expansion.

Corteva and Arevo Partner to Bring Arginine-Based Seed Treatment Arginex Soy to Growers

Corteva Agriscience and Arevo, a Swedish science-led crop nutrition company, have announced a commercial partnership centered on Arginex Soy, Arevo's arginine-based seed treatment system. Under the agreement, Corteva will integrate Arginex Soy into its soybean seed treatment portfolio, giving growers access to the technology through Corteva's existing commercial channels. The product is already sold to

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Ohalo launches the Strawberry Consortium, collaborating with industry leaders to develop uniform true-seed strawberry varieties.

Ohalo Forms Strawberry Consortium to Advance Hybrid Breeding

Ohalo launches the Strawberry Consortium, collaborating with industry leaders to develop uniform true-seed strawberry varieties.

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Valent U.S.A. has obtained U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration for a new herbicide active ingredient, Rapidicil® (epyrifenacil), developed by its parent company, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. The approval opens the door for the company to bring a novel weed-control chemistry to American farmers, initially targeting preplant applications across a wide range of broadleaf weeds and grasses.

Valent U.S.A. Secures EPA Registration for Novel Herbicide Active Ingredient Rapidicil

Valent U.S.A. has obtained U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration for a new herbicide active ingredient, Rapidicil® (epyrifenacil), developed by its parent company, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. The approval opens the door for the company to bring a novel weed-control chemistry to American farmers, initially targeting preplant applications across a wide range of broadleaf weeds and

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Syngenta entered into a five-year virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft, a European provider of renewable energy solutions. Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has opened a new R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería, in southern Spain, adding a state-of-the-art facility to its existing Innovation Center footprint in the region.

Syngenta Group Names Hengde Qin as CEO, Succeeding Jeff Rowe Effective August 1

Syngenta Group has announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Hengde Qin as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026, following a formal nomination and succession process. Qin, currently Chief Operating Officer and Head of Seeds, succeeds Jeff Rowe, who will remain in the CEO role through August 1 before returning to the

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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and Texas Governor Greg Abbott marked the completion of a sterile fly dispersal facility in Edinburg, Texas, aimed at strengthening the United States’ preparedness against New World Screwworm (NWS).

USDA Launches $500M FIELDS Program as Trump Declares Emergency for Duty-Free Moroccan Phosphate Imports

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced the launch of the FIELDS (Fertilizer Investment & Expansion for Long-Term Domestic Supply) Program, a $500 million initiative administered through USDA Rural Development aimed at expanding domestic fertilizer manufacturing and improving long-term affordability for farmers. Utilizing Commodity Credit Corporation authorities, USDA will make the funding available

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Limagrain entered into exclusive discussions with ADQ for a potential 35% minority stake in its Vegetable Seeds business.

L’IMAD Completes 35% Investment in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds, World’s Largest Vegetable Seed Company

Vilmorin & Cie, a worldwide seed company, has announced the successful completion of L'IMAD's investment in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds (LVS), the global leader in vegetable seeds. The transaction was initially announced in June 2025 as an investment by ADQ in LVS; following the consolidation of ADQ under L'IMAD, the deal has now been completed by

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Resurrect Bio, a biotechnology company developing gene-edited disease resistance traits for crops, has announced the successful initial closing of its Series A funding round at $8.1 million.

Resurrect Bio Partners With Bejo to Develop Downy Mildew Resistance in Spinach

Resurrect Bio has closed its Series A funding round at $10.3 million, oversubscribed from the $8.1 million initial close announced in February 2026.

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Certis Belchim and Greenhas Group have announced a formal collaboration on biostimulant development and sales, bringing together what the companies describe as complementary missions, expertise, and science-based approaches. The partnership is aimed at helping growers and customers navigate an increasingly challenging environment for plant health and resilience.

Certis Belchim and Greenhas Group Formalize Biostimulant Development Partnership

Certis Belchim and Greenhas Group have announced a formal collaboration on biostimulant development and sales, bringing together what the companies describe as complementary missions, expertise, and science-based approaches. The partnership is aimed at helping growers and customers navigate an increasingly challenging environment for plant health and resilience.

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

Bayer Consolidates U.S. Glyphosate Business Into New Entity Ruveon LLC

Bayer Group has announced the consolidation of its U.S. glyphosate business into Ruveon LLC, a new entity intended to optimize and align the business with the specific needs of the U.S. market. Ruveon will be solely responsible for all aspects of the U.S. glyphosate business, including pricing, go-to-market strategy, production, and logistics. The company is

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