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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.

NetZeroNitrogen (NZN) secured a €5.6 million seed round to support ASEAN expansion and commercial scale-up

NetZeroNitrogen Raises €5.6M to Advance Biofertilizer Alternative to Synthetic Nitrogen Use

NetZeroNitrogen (NZN) secured a €5.6 million seed round to support ASEAN expansion and commercial scale-up

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Unitree Robotics partners with agricultural institutions to pilot robotics equipped with sensors and AI vision to monitor seedling growth.

Unitree Robotics Deploys Affordable Quadruped Robots to Support Smarter, Data-Driven Farming

Unitree Robotics partners with agricultural institutions to pilot robotics equipped with sensors and AI vision to monitor seedling growth.

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Vestaron raises over $20M to accelerate the commercialization of peptide-based bioinsecticides & support expansion in North America & Europe.

Vestaron Secures Multiple Emergency Use Authorizations for SPEAR LEP Bioinsecticide

Vestaron Crop Protection has obtained its fourth Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) in Greece for SPEAR LEP to control Tuta absoluta in tomatoes.

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Solynta’s hybrid breeding model replaces bulky seed tubers with efficient, true potato seeds, according to Charles Miller

Solynta Secures €20M Venture Debt from EIB to Advance Climate-Resilient Potato Breeding

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is supporting Solynta with €20 million in venture debt to boost research on climate-resilient potato varieties.

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The John Innes Centre has been awarded an equal share of the £54M Global Talent Fund, a UK initiative aimed at attracting researchers

John Innes Centre to Share £54M Global Talent Fund for Advancing UK Bio-Innovation

The John Innes Centre has been awarded an equal share of the £54 million Global Talent Fund, a UK initiative aimed at attracting experienced researchers

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Attune Agriculture's Entrapment® is approved in the US and Puerto Rico by EPA for a variety of uses.

Attune Agriculture Announces Nationwide Availability of Entrapment® Insecticide

Attune Agriculture's insecticide, Entrapment®, is approved in the US and Puerto Rico by EPA for a variety of uses.

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Puna Bio secured a round led by Corteva with participation from existing and new investors including At One Ventures and Dalus Capital.

Puna Bio Closes Series A with Gates Foundation Backing to Expand Biofertilizer Innovation

Puna Bio closes Series A round with new participation from the Gates Foundation—its first investment in an Argentine startup.

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A new Cal Poly report finds regulatory compliance costs rose from $109.16 per acre in 2006 to $1,600.12 per acre in 2024

Cal Poly Study Tracks 1,366% Increase in Regulatory Compliance Costs for California Lettuce Grower

A new Cal Poly report finds regulatory compliance costs rose from $109.16 per acre in 2006 to $1,600.12 per acre in 2024

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Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.

Université Laval Secures $5M Grant for VertBerry CEA Project

Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.

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Discover global companies providing innovative solutions against corn rootworm. Explore biologicals, seed traits, monitoring tools, and more.

Corn Rootworm: Global Solutions from Leading AgTech Innovators

Discover global companies providing innovative solutions against corn rootworm. Explore biologicals, seed traits, monitoring tools, and more from leaders in pest control.

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