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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.

Explore insights from James Bayly on Mindhive’s AI grading engine that detects over 35 defect types with precision.

James Bayly on Mindhive Global’s Next Phase of AI-Driven Expansion

Explore insights from James Bayly on Mindhive’s AI grading engine that detects over 35 defect types with precision.

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Mikael Courbot emphasizes that balancing product delivery with long-term platform development is key to scaling AgTech innovation.

Mikael Courbot on Micropep’s Peptide Technology and Biological Crop Protection

Mikael Courbot emphasizes that balancing product delivery with long-term platform development is key to scaling AgTech innovation.

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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 Prepares to Scale Sugar-Based Nanotechnology With SHAKE Climate Change Support

CDotBio, a University of Bristol spin-out company, is preparing to scale its sugar-based nanotechnology with investment and mentoring support from SHAKE Climate Change.

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Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed dissolving microneedle patches that deliver living biofertiliser directly into plant tissue.

National University of Singapore Develops Microneedle Biofertiliser Delivery System for Crops

Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed dissolving microneedle patches that deliver living biofertiliser directly into plant tissue.

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

Enko Chem Advances Novel Fungicide Class to Field Testing with Syngenta

Enko Chem and Syngenta have advanced a new fungicide class—developed through the ENKOMPASS discovery platform—to field testing after strong controlled-environment results.

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NewLeaf Symbiotics introduced Terrasym VT, a transplant-specific biostimulant designed to support vegetable crops during early-season stress.

NewLeaf Symbiotics Launches Terrasym VT Biostimulant for Vegetable Transplants in 2026

NewLeaf Symbiotics introduced Terrasym VT, a transplant-specific biostimulant designed to support vegetable crops during early-season stress.

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H2O Innovation has joined a multi-partner effort to establish the world’s first research chair dedicated to maple syrup production and sugar bush management.

H2O Innovation Supports First-Ever Maple Syrup Research Chair at Laval University

H2O Innovation has joined a multi-partner effort to establish the world’s first research chair dedicated to maple syrup production and sugar bush management.

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MustGrow Biologics Corp. announces receipt of The State of Oregon Agriculture Fertilizer Registration Certificate for TerraSanteTM, expanding its market reach.

MustGrow Reports Strong TerraSante Performance in Commercial Potato Fields

MustGrow’s TerraSante organic biofertility product generated substantial yield, size, and quality improvements in commercial potato fields in Washington State and Idaho.

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Meristem MaxStax Soybean topped liquid seed treatments in the 2025 Soybean Systems Management Trial at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Meristem MaxStax Soybean Treatment Outperforms Liquid Seed Options in New Trial

Meristem MaxStax Soybean topped liquid seed treatments in the 2025 Soybean Systems Management Trial at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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BioLumic is expanding its Corn xTraits™ Licensing Program into South America through early-stage evaluations with GDM and a collaboration with Tropical Melhoramento & Genética (TMG).

BioLumic Expands Corn xTraits™ Licensing Program Into South America

BioLumic is expanding its Corn xTraits™ Licensing Program into South America through early-stage evaluations with GDM and a collaboration with Tropical Melhoramento & Genética (TMG).

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