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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.

WSSA leaders joined APMS's annual meeting, emphasizing cross-society collaboration and research innovation.

WSSA Highlights Collaboration and Policy Focus at 2025 Aquatic Plant Management Society Meeting

Weed Science Society of America's article shows weed-zapping technologies to be as effective as herbicides & mechanical control methods.

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Meristem Crop Performance introduces Upshift C Plus at the 2025 Breakthrough to Excellence dealer/partner exchange.

Meristem Crop Performance Launches Upshift C Plus Starter Fertility Concentrate at Dealer Event

Meristem Crop Performance partners with the University of Illinois to fund graduate research on high-yield corn and soybean production.

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Explore the benefits of Mineral Max AG, an organic biostimulant that enhances soil health and crop yield naturally.

Inside Mineral Max AG: A Q&A with Paul Gaylon, COO of Pacific Plant Nutrients

Explore the benefits of Mineral Max AG, an organic biostimulant that enhances soil health and crop yield naturally.

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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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BioLumic has introduced its first commercial Trait Activation System at Gro Alliance’s seed production facility in Wisconsin.

BioLumic Appoints Greg Levow as COO to Accelerate Global Commercial Expansion

BioLumic, a leader in seed trait innovation using non-GMO light treatment technology, has announced the appointment of Greg Levow as its new Chief Operating Officer.

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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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