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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.

ProGro BIO completed its second consecutive large-scale national trial of its microbial soil inoculant, Rhizol, in 2024.

ProGro BIO Launches 2026 Rhizol Sales Program Following Strong Growth and Field Performance

ProGro BIO has announced the launch of its Rhizol sales program for the 2026 planting season, following a year of steady expansion and adoption across U.S. farms.

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Origin Agritech secures new seed licenses, adds GMO scope, boosts capital to RMB 100M, and streamlines operations for growth.

Origin Agritech Enters Patent License Agreement with Shunfeng BioTech for Cas-SF01 Gene Editing Platform

Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED) signed a patent license agreement with Shandong Shunfeng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (Shunfeng BioTech) for the Cas-SF01 gene editing tool.

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CropLife International President and CEO Emily Rees has been appointed co-Chair of the B20 Sustainable Food Systems & Agriculture Taskforce

CropLife International Appoints Chuck Magro as Incoming Chair of the Board of Directors

CropLife International has named Chuck Magro, CEO of Corteva, as the incoming Chair of its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026.

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Synagro Technologies, a North American provider of sustainable biosolids & organics management solutions, acquired the assets of Nutri-Blend.

Synagro Technologies Expands Regional Presence with Acquisition of Nutri-Blend Assets

Synagro Technologies, Inc., a leading North American provider of sustainable biosolids and organics management solutions, has acquired the assets of Nutri-Blend, Inc.

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Corteva reports Q3 2025 sales up 13% to $2.62B, raises full-year guidance, and confirms 2026 split into two public entities.

Corteva Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results, Raises Guidance, and Details 2026 Separation Plan

Corteva reported Q1 2025 net sales of $4.42 billion, with organic sales increasing by 3% year-over-year.

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Pairwise has licensed its Fulcrum® CRISPR gene editing platform to the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI).

Pairwise Licenses Fulcrum® Gene Editing Platform to the International Rice Research Institute

Pairwise has licensed its Fulcrum® CRISPR gene editing platform to the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI).

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Arevo, a Swedish agtech company, has secured €7.3 million to accelerate the scale-up of its bio-based fertiliser and support international expansion.

Arevo Raises €7.3M to Scale Bio-Based Fertiliser Production and Expand Internationally

Arevo, a Swedish agtech company, has secured €7.3 million to accelerate the scale-up of its bio-based fertiliser and support international expansion.

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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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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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