Plant Science

Plant Science

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.

New Gene-Edited Microbes Show Potential to Supplement Nitrogen Fertilization for Crops

Gene-edited microbes were shown to transfer atmospheric nitrogen to crops, potentially reducing synthetic nitrogen fertilizer needs.

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Appleyard Lees Latest Report Reveals Increase In CRISPR Technology Patent Filing

Appleyard Lees’ latest report reveals patent filings in CRISPR technology with agricultural applications increased by 58% to 122 filings.

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AgTech Highlights

Stay up to date with the latest AgTech highlights: facility expansions, partnerships, funding announcements, and more.

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Plants for the Future: Trends in Plant Breeding R&I Funding

Plants for the Future published a report revealing concerning trends in public investment for plant breeding R&I from FP7 to Horizon Europe.

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Agróptimum Presents Study on Global Pistachio Industry Growth & Future Trends

Agróptimum’s study forecasts a significant rise in pistachio consumption, exceeding 976,000 tons globally driven by demand.

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SugaROx Secures Innovate UK Funding for Biostimulant R&D Partnership to Boost Wheat Productivity

SugaROx secured funding from Innovate UK to advance its T6P biostimulant for wheat, developed with Rothamsted Research and Oxford University.

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ZeaKal PhotoSeed™ Environmental Impact

PhotoSeed™ by ZeaKal enhances photosynthesis, increasing soybean oil yield by 15% and protein by one point.

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Rijk Zwaan Reports 6% Sales Growth & Major Investments in 2023/2024 FY

Rijk Zwaan reported a 6% increase in sales to €627 million in 2023/2024, with growth across multiple markets and crop types.

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Ayana Bio to Showcase Plant Cell Technology

Ayana Bio will present its NeuroAdvantage and ImmunAdvantage supplement concepts at SupplySide West 2024 featuring its technology.

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Low Chill Cherry Varieties: Bloom Fresh’s Response to Climate Change

Bloom Fresh developed low chill cherry varieties to address challenges posed by climate change.

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