Plant Science

Plant Science

Plant Science News delivers the latest insights and innovations from the world of plant biology, genetics, and sustainable agriculture.

Our coverage spans breakthroughs in crop resilience, soil health, and biotechnology, spotlighting the research and technology reshaping the future of plant science.

Explore how scientists and agronomists are advancing sustainable food production, enhancing biodiversity, and addressing global agricultural challenges. From gene editing to precision agriculture, stay informed on the developments that are driving sustainability and innovation in the field.

University of Illinois Study Validates Pivot Bio’s Gene-Edited Microbes as a Key Nitrogen Source for Corn Production

A University of Illinois study highlights Pivot Bio’s PROVEN® 40 as a nitrogen-fixing microbial technology for corn production.

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N2OFF’s Save Foods Wins European Patent Opposition Case

Save Foods Ltd., a subsidiary of N2OFF, Inc. (NASDAQ: NITO, FSE: 80W), successfully defended its European patent EP2615932 against opposition by ECOLAB Inc.

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genXtraits & Solis Agrosciences Partner to Accelerate Crop Development

genXtraits partners with Solis Agrosciences to create & commercialize novel crop varieties or license them to seed companies.

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5 Plant Science Companies To Watch For 2025

Plant Science Companies are expanding gene editing and biosolutions to enhance crop resilience and sustainability.

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Alvie Nets $2.3M For AI Pesticide Optimization Platform

Alvie has secured $2.3 million in seed funding to further develop its AI-powered sensor solutions designed to optimize pesticide use and promote sustainable farming.

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Soilytix Publishes Study Linking Soil Microbiome Data & Global Crop Yield Predictions

Soilytix's study demonstrates how machine learning and soil microbiome data can predict crop yield variability globally.

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Fighting Nematodes: Research Aims to Protect Soybean Yields from Devastating Root-Knot Pathogen

Southern root-knot nematodes caused $172 million in soybean crop damages in the U.S. in 2023, with Arkansas accounting for $95 million.

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Biotope by VIB Celebrates Milestones with Portfolio Startups in 2024

biotope by VIB marked a landmark year in 2024, with its portfolio startups achieving notable progress in securing funding, launching products, and expanding teams.

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BioSafe Systems Announces California DPR Label Amendment for OxiDate 5.0

BioSafe Systems LLC has announced that the California DPR has approved a label amendment for OxiDate 5.0, a fungicide and bactericide.

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BioConsortia and H&T Collaborate to Launch FixiN 33 Microbial Seed Treatment in New Zealand

BioConsortia and H&T (Hodder and Taylors Ltd) collaborate to release FixiN 33, a microbial seed treatment for corn, brassicas, and cereals.

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