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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.

Symbiomics, a biotechnology company specializing in microbiome innovations for agriculture, has announced the successful close of its Series A funding round.

Symbiomics Secures Series A Funding Led by Corteva to Advance Microbiome-Based Agriculture Solutions

Symbiomics, a biotechnology company specializing in microbiome innovations for agriculture, has announced the successful close of its Series A funding round.

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Genective, a biotechnology company fully owned by French agri-food group Limagrain, has reported what it describes as breakthrough results in its research and development pipeline for transgenic insect control.

Genective Reports R&D Breakthroughs in Insect Control, Eyes Commercialization Path

Genective, a biotechnology company fully owned by French agri-food group Limagrain, has reported what it describes as breakthrough results in its research and development pipeline for transgenic insect control.

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Lucent Bio introduces Soileos Boron + Zinc, a granular, slow-release fertilizer designed for improved boron and zinc efficiency

Lucent Bio Launches Soileos Boron + Zinc

Lucent Bio introduces Soileos Boron + Zinc, a granular, slow-release fertilizer designed for improved boron and zinc efficiency

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CNH Industrial reports 14% Q2 2025 revenue drop, maintains outlook, and highlights improved cash flow and cost-saving efforts.

Climate Change Threatens Global Crop Yields Despite Farmer Adaptation, Stanford-Led Study Finds

New study highlights the projected decline in crop yields due to climate change, affecting global food security by 2100.

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Treetoscope and Nutrien Ag Solutions announce a multi-year collaboration to integrate plant-based irrigation sensors with agronomic services.

Treetoscope & Nutrien Ag Solutions Launch Collaboration on Plant-Based Irrigation Insights

Treetoscope and Nutrien Ag Solutions announce a multi-year collaboration to integrate plant-based irrigation sensors with agronomic services.

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biotope by VIB has announced the first close of its second investment fund, raising €5 million toward a targeted €9 million goal.

biotope by VIB Secures €5M in First Close of Second Fund to Support Early-Stage Biotech Startups

biotope by VIB has announced the first close of its second investment fund, raising €5 million toward a targeted €9 million goal.

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GB Potatoes joins Horticulture Crop Protection Ltd (HCP) to support crop protection applications for the British seed potato sector.

GB Potatoes Joins HCP to Strengthen Seed Potato Crop Protection Strategy

GB Potatoes joins Horticulture Crop Protection Ltd (HCP) to support crop protection applications for the British seed potato sector.

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EpiCrop Technologies, a division of EpiMethyl Analytics, has broken ground on a new 18,000-square-foot research facility in St. Louis.

EpiCrop Breaks Ground on New Research Facility in St. Louis to Advance Crop Performance Research

EpiCrop Technologies, a division of EpiMethyl Analytics, has broken ground on a new 18,000-square-foot research facility in St. Louis.

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Tom Snipes has been named CEO of Ostara, bringing extensive agricultural and business leadership experience.

Ostara Launches CG P2X Phosphorus Fertilizer in Western Canada

Ostara has announced the release of its latest phosphorus fertilizer, CG P2X, across Western Canada to meet increased demand.

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A recent academic study in the Netherlands has found that Persist® PAF, a liquid enhancer for plants and soil, increased beneficial microbial populations when used to treat pistachio shell biochar in hydroponic tomato production.

Persist® PAF Enhances Beneficial Microbial Growth in Hydroponic Tomato Cultivation, Study Finds

A recent academic study in the Netherlands has found that Persist® PAF, a liquid enhancer for plants and soil, increased beneficial microbial populations when used to treat pistachio shell biochar in hydroponic tomato production.

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