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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.

BIOWEG, a German biotechnology company, announced the closing of a €16 million Series A financing round to further scale.

BIOWEG Raises €16M Series A to Build First Industrial Bacterial Cellulose Plant in Germany

BIOWEG, a German biotechnology company, announced the closing of a €16 million Series A financing round to further scale.

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LeafWorks launches DNA-based Quantification Testing for mushroom blends, giving brands accurate tools for compliance, QA, and trust.

LeafWorks Launches DNA-Based Quantification Testing for Functional Mushroom Blends

LeafWorks Launches DNA-Based Quantification Testing for Functional Mushroom Blends LeafWorks introduces DNA-based Ingredient Quantification Testing, beginning with mushroom blends. New assay helps brands verify ingredient composition in multi-species products with […]

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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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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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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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Ferment, a venture studio that creates bio-enabled product companies, has launched a new $20 million studio fund to rapidly translate biology into products that solve targeted problems across sectors including energy, agriculture, materials, and health.

Ferment Launches $20M Studio Fund to Accelerate Bio-Enabled Innovation

Ferment has launched a $20 million studio fund to create companies that transform biology into market-ready products across energy, agriculture, materials, and health sectors.

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