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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.

Ginkgo Bioworks and Bayer extend their partnership to advance microbial nitrogen fixation, crop protection, and sustainability.

Ginkgo Bioworks and Bayer Extend Strategic Partnership to Advance Agricultural Biologicals

Phytolon and Ginkgo Bioworks have completed the second milestone in their collaboration to develop natural food colors via yeast fermentation.

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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 Receives EPA Registration for Naxypro® and Naxypro® Plus Insecticides

Nufarm Americas Inc. announced EPA registration for its new insecticides, Naxypro® and Naxypro® Plus, expanding its U.S. crop protection portfolio.

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The Dutch regulatory authority issued a Draft Assessment Report recommending approval of Biotalys EVOCA’s active ingredient in the EU.

Biotalys Receives EPA Recommendation for Approval of EVOCA Biofungicide

Biotalys (Euronext: BTLS) announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a proposed registration decision recommending approval of its first biofungicide, EVOCA.

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Total Acre and UnCommon Farms unite agronomic and financial tools to help growers boost profitability, yield, and sustainability.

Total Acre and UnCommon Farms Partner to Integrate Agronomy and Farm Business Solutions

TOTAL ACRE forms a partnership with Crop Diagnostix, integrating RNA gene expression & AI technology for predictive agronomic insights.

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Plastomics raises $5.8M Series B to advance chloroplast engineering, enabling next-gen trait delivery in corn and soybean crops.

Plastomics Secures $5.8 Million in Series B Funding to Advance Chloroplast Engineering Platform

Key Takeaways: Plastomics raises $5.8 million in its Series B funding round to accelerate next-generation crop innovation. Investors include Fulcrum Global Capital, Lewis & Clark Partners, Skull Diamond and Heart […]

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Planasa to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), expanding global leadership in plant genetics and sustainable innovation.

Planasa Announces Agreement to Acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI)

Key Takeaways: Planasa signs agreement to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), a leader in vegetable and corn genetics. The transaction expands Planasa’s global footprint in plant breeding and research […]

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Fieldwork Robotics partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to advance AI-driven robotic raspberry harvesting in Portugal.

Fieldwork Robotics Partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to Advance Robotic Raspberry Harvesting

Fieldwork Robotics & Burro partner to create an adaptable, interoperable harvesting robot to address labor shortages in raspberry farming.

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TaqTyle Institute launches to research robotics, automation, and precision agriculture’s impact on farm efficiency and sustainability.

TaqTyle Institute for Precision Agriculture and Sustainability Launches to Advance Data-Driven Farming

Key Takeaway: The TaqTyle Institute, founded by Mark Erjavec, will study the evolution and impact of precision agriculture. Research will focus on robotics, automation, and precision application technologies reshaping U.S. […]

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Gardin and Priva partner to integrate photosynthesis analytics with climate automation, uniting plant and environment data for growers.

Gardin and Priva Announce Strategic Integration to Advance Smart Crop Management

Gardin and Ridder have announced a collaborative product integration that brings real-time photosynthesis data into the Ridder Hortimax Pro interface.

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A new study led by MIGAL and Northern R&D found that combining shade nets with misting systems increased lychee yields by up to 50%.

MIGAL Research Finds Shade Nets and Misting Systems Boost Lychee Yields by 50%

A new study led by MIGAL and Northern R&D found that combining shade nets with misting systems increased lychee yields by up to 50%.

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