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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.

Veridi Technologies and Wageningen University & Research (WUR) developed an AI system that identifies the Meloidogyne chitwoodi nematode with 96% accuracy.

Veridi Technologies & Wageningen Automates Nematode Identification with AI

Veridi Technologies and Wageningen University & Research (WUR) developed an AI system that identifies the Meloidogyne chitwoodi nematode with 96% accuracy.

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Ag-Biotech company Bindbridge has raised $3.8 million in early-stage investment led by Speedinvest and Nucleus Capital.

Bindbridge Secures $3.8M for AI-Driven Crop Protection

Ag-Biotech company Bindbridge has raised $3.8 million in early-stage investment led by Speedinvest and Nucleus Capital.

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Zoetis has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Neogen’s animal genomics business for USD 160 million.

Zoetis to Acquire Neogen’s Animal Genomics Business

Zoetis has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Neogen’s animal genomics business for $160 million.

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PlantArcBio and Helix Sementes e Biotecnologia announced a licensing collaboration focused on corn yield and drought resilience.

PlantArcBio and Helix Sementes Partner to Develop Drought-Resilient Corn Traits for South America

PlantArcBio and Helix Sementes e Biotecnologia announced a licensing collaboration focused on corn yield and drought resilience.

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

Ginkgo Bioworks Partners with Invaio Sciences to Scale Peptide-Based Crop Protection Manufacturing

Ginkgo and Invaio Sciences have announced a collaboration to develop microbial strains for large-scale production of peptide-based crop protection inputs.

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Bio Natural Solutions (BNS) has secured an investment from Mercy Corps Ventures to support its growth in biological crop protection.

Bio Natural Solutions Secures Mercy Corps Ventures Investment to Scale Circular Biological Crop Protection

Bio Natural Solutions (BNS) has secured an investment from Mercy Corps Ventures to support its growth in biological crop protection.

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Demeetra AgBio, a genome engineering company, has announced the completion and full integration of its acquisition of Hera BioLabs

Demeetra AgBio Completes Integration of Hera BioLabs, Consolidating Super piggyBac® Licensing Rights

Demeetra AgBio, a genome engineering company, has announced the completion and full integration of its acquisition of Hera BioLabs

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one.bio has announced the launch of its fiber discovery and formulation technology, positioning the platform as a scientific approach to restoring biological signals that have diminished in modern food systems.

one.bio Launches Fiber Discovery Platform and Introduces Clinically Validated Ingredient and Consumer Brand

one.bio has announced the launch of its fiber discovery and formulation technology, positioning the platform as a scientific approach to restoring biological signals that have diminished in modern food systems.

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Nexus Agriscience, a molecular farming company focused on plant-based solutions for flavor, fragrance, and functional ingredient markets, has acquired the hemp division of cannabis intellectual property firm Biotech Institute.

Nexus Agriscience Acquires Biotech Institute Hemp IP to Expand Molecular Farming Platform

Nexus Agriscience, a molecular farming company focused on plant-based solutions for flavor, fragrance, and functional ingredient markets, has acquired the hemp division of cannabis intellectual property firm Biotech Institute.

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Explore insights from James Bayly on Mindhive’s AI grading engine that detects over 35 defect types with precision.

James Bayly on Mindhive Global’s Next Phase of AI-Driven Expansion

Explore insights from James Bayly on Mindhive’s AI grading engine that detects over 35 defect types with precision.

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