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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.

Gowan Crop Protection Ltd., an affiliate of Gowan Company, L.L.C., has acquired cyromazine from Syngenta Crop Protection AG.

Gowan Acquires Global Rights Of Cyromazine From Syngenta Crop Protection

Key Takeaways: Gowan Crop Protection Ltd. has acquired global rights to the active ingredient cyromazine from Syngenta Crop Protection AG. The acquisition, first announced on Agribusiness Global, includes trademarks such […]

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Kaplun et al. (2024) shed light on the progressive shift in agriculture towards a data-driven industry powered by AI and IoT.

Intelligent Agriculture Management System To Predict Rainfall & Monitor Plant Health

Key Takeaways Kaplun et al. (2024) challenge the traditional view of agriculture by highlighting its shift towards a more data-driven approach with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the […]

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Lee et al. address a relatively underexplored aspect of cultured meat research: the organoleptic & nutritional properties that define quality

Enhancing The Organoleptic & Nutritional Properties Of Cultured Meat

Key Takeaways Lee et al. (2024) focus on enhancing cultured meat’s organoleptic and nutritional properties, an area that has been relatively underexplored compared to cell proliferation and differentiation. The study […]

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Leone Ermes Romano et al. studied the impact of varied gravitational conditions on water lentils to assess its viability as a space crop

Water Lentils: Study Assesses Their Viability As A Space Crop

Key Takeaways Leone Ermes Romano et al. (2024) studied the impact of varied gravitational conditions on Wolffia globosa (water lentils) to assess its viability as a space crop. This research […]

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Xiao et al. propose a hybrid approach to co-optimize multiple agricultural management practices for climate-smart agriculture

Optimizing Agricultural Management for Climate-Smart Farming In Northern China

Key Takeaways Xiao et al. (2024) propose a hybrid approach to co-optimize multiple agricultural management practices for climate-smart agriculture in the North China Plain. The approach integrates agricultural system modeling, […]

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The research by Qiu et al. (2024) proposes scaling up urban agriculture as a means to achieve resilient and sustainable urban systems.

Urban Agriculture Framework: Social-Ecological Effects

Key Takeaways The research by Qiu et al. (2024) proposes scaling up urban agriculture to achieve resilient and sustainable urban systems. The current understanding of the processes and pathways for […]

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Cusworth et al. (2024) address the issue of the increasing accumulation of Microplastics in agricultural soils.

Increasing Accumulation of Microplastics In Agricultural Soils

Key Takeaways Cusworth et al. (2024) analyze the increasing accumulation of microplastics in agricultural soils and its potential impacts on human health and agricultural productivity. The study uses a historical […]

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M&G Investments invests EUR 75 million in Biobest, a leader in biological crop protection and pollination, to promote sustainable agriculture.

M&G Investments Invests EUR 75 Million In Biobest

Key Takeaways M&G Investments invests EUR 75 million in Biobest, a leader in biological crop protection and pollination, to promote sustainable agriculture. Biobest serves over 13,000 clients in more than […]

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UniFAHS, a biotech company specializing in phage technology for sustainable agriculture, has raised over $1.4 million in seed funding.

UniFAHS Secures $1.4M for Sustainable Phage Technology

Key Takeaways Significant Funding Achievement: UniFAHS has raised over USD 1.4 million in seed funding, marking a vital step in its growth journey. Innovative Phage Technology: The company specializes in […]

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China's greenhouse vegetable production (GVP) areas have become significant nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions sources.

High Nitrous Oxide Emissions from China’s Greenhouse Vegetable Production

Key Takeaways: China’s greenhouse vegetable production (GVP) areas have become significant nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions sources. An automatic chamber system reveals high N2O emissions, with significant variations between greenhouse parts. […]

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