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Crop Protection

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.

ICIG Ventures announced its investment in Ascribe to support the commercial launch of Phytalix, its flagship small-molecule biofungicide.

Ascribe’s Phytalix® Demonstrates Strong Efficacy Against Bacterial Leaf Blight in Rice Field Trials

2024 field trials in India confirm Ascribe Bio's Phytalix® reduces Bacterial Leaf Blight (BLB) severity by 83%, outperforming current treatments by over 20%.

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Sumitomo Chemical has acquired all shares of Philagro Holding, S.A., its France-based crop protection subsidiary.

Sumitomo Chemical to Acquire Full Ownership of Philagro and Kenogard

Sumitomo Chemical has acquired all shares of Philagro Holding, S.A., its France-based crop protection subsidiary.

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Lallemand Plant Care introduces LALRISE® SHINE DS, a dry seed treatment for corn and dry bean growers in the U.S. Agriculture News, AgTech News, AgTech.

Lallemand Plant Care Launches LALRISE® SHINE DS for Improved Crop Growth

Lallemand Plant Care introduces LALRISE® SHINE DS, a dry seed treatment for corn and dry bean growers in the U.S.

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Daesung SmartHive developed an advanced plasma technology for pest control that targets mites and other pests without harming bees or crops.

Daesung SmartHive Develops Plasma-Based Pest Control System for Bees and Crops

Daesung SmartHive developed an advanced plasma technology for pest control that targets mites and other pests without harming bees or crops.

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Bee Vectoring Technologies (BVT) News: Completes Debt Settlement. AgTech; AgriTech; Agriculture; Smart Farming; Plant Science; AgriBusiness

Bee Vectoring Technologies Secures Regulatory Approval in Mexico for CR-7 Fungicide

Bee Vectoring Technologies International Inc. (BVT) has received regulatory approval from Mexico’s COFEPRIS for its proprietary Vectorite with Clonostachys Rosea CR-7 (CR-7) fungicide.

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The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets has taken steps to protect the ecosystem from the threat of invasive plant species.

Vermont Declares Eight Invasive Plant Species as Plant Pests to Protect Ecosystems

Key Takeaways: Eight new plant species were declared as plant pests in Vermont. Designated species include Kudzu, Mile-a-Minute, and Japanese stiltgrass, among others. VAAFM will regulate the movement of these […]

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MagrowTec and Certis Belchim announce a strategic partnership to enhance the performance of plant protection products and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

MagrowTec and Certis Belchim Forge Partnership for Enhanced Plant Protection Solutions

MagrowTec and Certis Belchim announce a strategic partnership to enhance the performance of plant protection products and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

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SenesTech, Inc. expands its innovative rodent fertility control product, Evolve, into open field agriculture.

SenesTech Latest News: Signs Distribution Agreement With Wilco Distributors, Inc

Key Takeaways: SenesTech, Inc. has entered into a distribution agreement with Wilco Distributors to distribute Evolve™ soft bait, a fertility control product for rodents. The partnership aims to provide alternatives […]

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Peroxide UltraPure™ effectively combats the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus in Solanaceae crops, enhancing plant health.

Battling the Rugose Virus in Solanaceae

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  • 29th February 2024

Key Takeaways: Impact on Crop Quality and Yield: The Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) significantly affects solanaceous plants, causing symptoms like brown spots, growth distortion, and yield reduction. Difficult […]

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WeedOUT Ltd., an ag-tech startup, has secured USD 8.1 million in A-round funding led by Fulcrum Global Capital

WeedOUT Secures USD 8.1 Million in Funding

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  • 21st February 2024

Key Takeaways: WeedOUT Raises USD8.1 Million: The funding will fuel the company’s innovative green solution aimed at combating herbicide-resistant weeds, a significant threat to global food security. Diverse Investor Support: […]

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