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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.

Biocentis has secured $19 million through seed equity funding and a grant from Wellcome to expand its biological insect-control platform.

Biocentis Raises $19M to Advance Next-Generation Insect Control Technologies

Biocentis has secured $19 million through seed equity funding and a grant from Wellcome to expand its biological insect-control platform.

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Valent BioSciences, MGK, and Valent North America will merge under a new organization, Sumitomo Biorational Company LLC (SBC).

Valent BioSciences Partners with Seipasa to Expand Biostimulant Solutions in the U.S.

Valent BioSciences and Seipasa have formed a strategic partnership to commercialize new biostimulant technologies in the U.S.

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Nufarm has introduced Pretium™ SDS, a biological seed treatment targeting Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) and Red Crown Rot (RCR) in soybeans.

Nufarm Appoints Rico Christensen as Incoming CEO

Nufarm has announced that Rico Christensen, currently Group Executive of Portfolio Solutions, will succeed Greg Hunt as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.

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Enza Zaden has signed a strategic agreement to license Pairwise’s Fulcrum® Platform for precision plant breeding.

Enza Zaden Licenses Pairwise’s Fulcrum® Platform to Advance Precision Breeding

Enza Zaden, an international vegetable breeding company, has opened a 16,000-square-meter seed production facility in Arusha, Tanzania.

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FA Bio begins a sponsored proof-of-concept with Bayer Crop Science, co-sponsored by EIT Food, targeting CSFB in oilseed rape.

FA Bio Launches Proof-of-Concept with Bayer to Advance Fungal Bioinsecticides for Oilseed Rape

FA Bio begins a sponsored proof-of-concept with Bayer Crop Science, co-sponsored by EIT Food, targeting CSFB in oilseed rape.

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Vnzymes, the subsidiary of VTR Biotech Group, has officially opened its new office in Frankfurt, expanding its presence in Europe.

Vnzymes: European Subsidiary of VTR Biotech Opens New Office in Frankfurt

Vnzymes, the subsidiary of VTR Biotech Group, has officially opened its new office in Frankfurt, expanding its presence in Europe.

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Discover how biotech innovations are revolutionizing farming, improving crop yields, and shaping a sustainable future.

Biotechnology in Agriculture: Shaping the Future

Discover how biotech innovations are revolutionizing farming, improving crop yields, and shaping a sustainable future.

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Bindwell secured a $6 million seed round, co-led by General Catalyst and A Capital, with participation from SV Angel and Paul Graham.

Bindwell Raises $6M to Advance AI-Driven Pesticide Discovery

Bindwell secured a $6 million seed round, co-led by General Catalyst and A Capital, with participation from SV Angel and Paul Graham.

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The NitroScope project has officially launched with a two-day meeting at Ghent University, bringing together 25 partners from 15 countries.

NitroScope Project Launches to Improve Nitrogen Monitoring and Management Across Europe

The NitroScope project has officially launched with a two-day meeting at Ghent University, bringing together 25 partners from 15 countries.

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Gary Schaefer, Chief Commercial Officer at InnerPlant, explains how CropVoice™ and InnerSoy™ sensors detect fungal infections in real time through plant-generated optical signals.

Gary Schaefer on CropVoice™: When Soybeans Start Talking to Farmers

Gary Schaefer, Chief Commercial Officer at InnerPlant, explains how CropVoice™ and InnerSoy™ sensors detect fungal infections in real time through plant-generated optical signals.

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