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Crop Protection News keeps you informed on the latest advancements in safeguarding crops from pests, diseases, and environmental stresses.

From biopesticides and integrated pest management (IPM) to new chemical solutions and resilient crop varieties, this category covers innovations designed to protect yield and quality while promoting sustainable farming practices.

Discover how research in biologicals, precision application technologies, and pest-resistant genetics is helping farmers reduce crop loss and reliance on traditional pesticides.

Stay updated on emerging threats, regulatory changes, and the science driving safer, more effective crop protection solutions worldwide.

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 Receives Funding to Develop Nanodot-Enabled RNA Biopesticides

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

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Amoéba and IFV+ conducted successful vineyard trials in Southwest France to evaluate AXPERA, a biofungicide for grapevine downy mildew. Agriculture News, AgTech News, AgTech.

Amoéba Receives Final EU Approval for Biocontrol Substance

The European Commission has granted final approval for Amoéba's biocontrol substance, Lysate of Willaertia magna, as a low-risk active substance.

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EpiCrop Technologies, a division of EpiMethyl Analytics, has broken ground on a new 18,000-square-foot research facility in St. Louis.

EpiCrop Breaks Ground on New Research Facility in St. Louis to Advance Crop Performance Research

EpiCrop Technologies, a division of EpiMethyl Analytics, has broken ground on a new 18,000-square-foot research facility in St. Louis.

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Tom Snipes has been named CEO of Ostara, bringing extensive agricultural and business leadership experience.

Ostara Launches CG P2X Phosphorus Fertilizer in Western Canada

Ostara has announced the release of its latest phosphorus fertilizer, CG P2X, across Western Canada to meet increased demand.

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Koppert secures five-year exclusive distribution rights for Amoéba’s biofungicide in 18 European countries and the U.S.

Koppert Signs Multi-Year Distribution Agreement with Amoéba for Biofungicide Launch Across Europe and the U.S.

Koppert transfers biostimulant and fertilizer management to REKA Group B.V., announces strategic partnership with ORION.

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Enko Chem announced successful European field trials targeting herbicide-resistant blackgrass in winter wheat.

Enko Chem Reports Strong European Field Trial Results for New Graminicide Portfolio

Enko Chem announced successful European field trials targeting herbicide-resistant blackgrass in winter wheat.

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The Modern Ag Alliance supports the passage of House Bill 1318 to safeguard pesticide label standards for North Dakota farmers.

Modern Ag Alliance Applauds North Dakota Senate Passage of HB 1318

The Modern Ag Alliance supports the passage of House Bill 1318 to safeguard pesticide label standards for North Dakota farmers.

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Novo Holdings and KKR have entered into definitive agreements under which Novo Holdings will invest directly in Sylvan.

Sylvan Secures Investment from Novo Holdings

Novo Holdings and KKR have entered into definitive agreements under which Novo Holdings will invest directly in Sylvan

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Syngenta Crop Protection has signed a 5-year exclusive distribution agreement with Agrauxine by Lesaffre to distribute biofungicides.

Syngenta Partners with Agrauxine by Lesaffre to Distribute Biofungicides

Syngenta Crop Protection has signed a 5-year exclusive distribution agreement with Agrauxine by Lesaffre to distribute biofungicides.

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FA Bio extends a microbial license agreement with IFF’s Crop Biologicals business, focusing on crop health and yield enhancement.

FA Bio Secures Defra Grant to Develop Microbial Bioproduct for Wheat Nutrient Efficiency

FA Bio has been awarded grant funding from Defra’s Farming Innovation Programme Nutrient Management Competition, delivered in partnership with Innovate UK.

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