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Biotech News delivers the latest developments in biotechnology applied to farming and food production.

From advancements in crop genetics and pest-resistant seeds to breakthroughs in soil microbiomes and precision fermentation, this category explores how biotechnology is reshaping agriculture for improved sustainability, resilience, and yield.

Stay informed on innovations like CRISPR gene editing, bio-based fertilizers, and microbial solutions that support healthier, more productive crops and reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals.

Discover how the newest biotech tools are enhancing food security and driving the next generation of agricultural practices.

Solynta’s hybrid breeding model replaces bulky seed tubers with efficient, true potato seeds, according to Charles Miller

Charles Miller on Solynta’s Hybrid Potatoes: Scaling True Seeds for a Sustainable Future

Solynta’s hybrid breeding model replaces bulky seed tubers with efficient, true potato seeds, according to Charles Miller

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Danish BioAg company Agrobiomics awarded up to €7.5 million by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator

Agrobiomics Secures €7.5M EIC Accelerator Grant to Commercialize Climate-Resilient Biostimulants

Danish BioAg company Agrobiomics awarded up to €7.5 million by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator

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biotope by VIB has announced the first close of its second investment fund, raising €5 million toward a targeted €9 million goal.

biotope by VIB Secures €5M in First Close of Second Fund to Support Early-Stage Biotech Startups

biotope by VIB has announced the first close of its second investment fund, raising €5 million toward a targeted €9 million goal.

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Phytolon and Ginkgo Bioworks have completed the second milestone in their collaboration to develop natural food colors via yeast fermentation.

Ginkgo Bioworks & Phytolon Reach Key Milestone in Natural Food Color

Phytolon and Ginkgo Bioworks have completed the second milestone in their collaboration to develop natural food colors via yeast fermentation.

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Moolec Science entered into a Business Combination Agreement with Bioceres Group, Nutrecon, and Gentle Technologies Corp.

Moolec Science Signs Business Combination Agreement to Expand Agricultural Capabilities

Moolec Science entered into a Business Combination Agreement with Bioceres Group, Nutrecon, and Gentle Technologies Corp.

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Cultivarium has announced a three-year project focused on developing research tools for fungi and archaea, supported by a $10 million grant from the Wellcome Trust.

Cultivarium Launches $10M Initiative to Advance Fungi and Archaea Research

Cultivarium has announced a three-year project focused on developing research tools for fungi and archaea, supported by a $10 million grant from the Wellcome Trust.

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Discover how biotech innovations are revolutionizing farming, improving crop yields, and shaping a sustainable future.

Biotechnology in Agriculture: Shaping the Future

Discover how biotech innovations are revolutionizing farming, improving crop yields, and shaping a sustainable future.

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Twist Bioscience and Curio Genomics have partnered to offer an integrated NGS workflow solution for agrigenomics.

Twist Bioscience and Curio Genomics Partner to Advance NGS Adoption in Agricultural Genomics

Twist Bioscience and Curio Genomics have partnered to offer an integrated NGS workflow solution for agrigenomics.

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The USDA CVB granted Zoetis a conditional license for its Avian Influenza Vaccine, H5N2 Subtype, Killed Virus, for use in chickens.

Zoetis Receives USDA Conditional License for Avian Influenza Vaccine

The USDA CVB granted Zoetis a conditional license for its Avian Influenza Vaccine, H5N2 Subtype, Killed Virus, for use in chickens.

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Celleste Bio, a cocoa-tech startup, has closed a $4.5M seed funding round led by Supply Change Capital, with participation from Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures, Consensus Business Group, The Trendlines Group, Barrel Ventures, and Regba Agriculture.

Celleste Bio Secures $4.5M Seed Funding to Advance Cell-Cultured Cocoa Production

Celleste Bio, a cocoa-tech startup, has closed a $4.5M seed funding round led by Supply Change Capital, with participation from Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures, Consensus Business Group, The Trendlines Group, Barrel Ventures, and Regba Agriculture.

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