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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.

Suterra, a division of The Wonderful Company and a global leader in biological pest control, has acquired the product lines, active ingredients, and R&D pipeline of Vestaron.

Suterra Acquires Vestaron’s Biological Pest Control Product Lines and R&D Pipeline

Suterra, a division of The Wonderful Company and a global leader in biological pest control, has acquired the product lines, active ingredients, and R&D pipeline of Vestaron.

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Nutrien reports Q3 2025 net earnings of $0.5B and adjusted EBITDA of $1.4B; reviews Phosphate business and sells Profertil stake.

Nutrien Reports Record Potash Volumes and 30% EBITDA Growth in Q1 2026

Nutrien reported Q1 2026 net earnings of $139 million ($0.27 diluted EPS) and adjusted EBITDA of $1.11 billion, up 30% year-over-year.

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PepsiCo and TalusAg Announce Low-Carbon Ammonia Attribute Agreement to Accelerate Fertilizer Decarbonization

PepsiCo and the National Geographic Society awarded five new grants for on-farm regenerative agriculture research

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Pacific Hybreed closed a $1M funding round with participation from Hawaiʻi Angels and Blue Startups to expand commercial-scale hatchery ops.

Pacific Hybreed Closes $1 Million Round to Scale Hybrid Oyster Seed Production

Pacific Hybreed closed a $1M funding round with participation from Hawaiʻi Angels and Blue Startups to expand commercial-scale hatchery ops.

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The Soil Health Institute has launched the Drought Resilience Calculator (DRC), a free web-based tool that models how soil health management improves crop water availability during drought conditions.

Soil Health Institute Launches Free Drought Resilience Calculator With Cargill Support

The Soil Health Institute has launched the Drought Resilience Calculator (DRC), a free web-based tool that models how soil health management improves crop water availability during drought conditions.

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Propella Group and Thailand's TISTR sign an MOU to commercialise research-stage ventures in health, cleantech, and food & agritech through a structured five-phase scale-up model.

Propella Group and TISTR Sign MOU to Commercialise Thai Research Technologies for Global Markets

Propella Group and Thailand's TISTR sign an MOU to commercialise research-stage ventures in health, cleantech, and food & agritech through a structured five-phase scale-up model.

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The FAO has released a new report assessing food safety hazards, controls, and regulatory frameworks in indoor farming.

FAO Launches Global Agricultural R&D Database Showing $50.4 Billion in Public Research Spending and 316,000 Researchers in 2023

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) released new data showing that global public agricultural research and development (R&D) expenditure reached $50.4 billion in 2023, measured in constant 2015 purchasing power parities — an increase from $35.9 billion in 2004 and an average annual growth rate of 1.8% over the two-decade period.

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Syngenta entered into a five-year virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft, a European provider of renewable energy solutions. Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has opened a new R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería, in southern Spain, adding a state-of-the-art facility to its existing Innovation Center footprint in the region.

Syngenta Group Reports Q1 2026 Sales of $6.4 Billion and EBITDA Margin Expansion to 21.9% Across All Four Business Units

Syngenta Group reported Q1 2026 sales of $6.4 billion, a 2% increase from $6.3 billion in Q1 2025 (-4% at constant exchange rates), with growth across all four business units despite a market environment shaped by geopolitical uncertainty and trade disruption.

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ADAMA reports Q3 2025 sales of $933M and 50% EBITDA growth, driven by higher volumes, improved mix, and “Fight Forward” initiatives.

ADAMA Reports Q1 2026 Revenue of $1.04Bn and Adjusted Net Profit Up 35% as EAME and North America Lead Regional Growth

ADAMA reported Q1 2026 revenues of $1,037 million, a 4% increase from $1,000 million in Q1 2025, reflecting volume growth of 3% and positive foreign exchange impacts, partially offset by a 4% decline in realized prices.

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MustGrow Biologics Corp. announces receipt of The State of Oregon Agriculture Fertilizer Registration Certificate for TerraSanteTM, expanding its market reach.

MustGrow Biologics Reports 2025 Revenue of $8.3 Million as TerraSante™ U.S. Biofertility Sales Surge 377%

MustGrow Biologics Corp. (TSXV: MGRO, OTC: MGROF, FRA: 0C0), a provider of biological and regenerative agriculture solutions, reported audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.

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