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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.

Gerber et al. (2024) conduct a comprehensive spatial and temporal analysis of yield gaps in ten major crops from 1975 to 2010.

Assessing Yield Gaps in Global Agriculture: A 35-Year Analysis

Key Takeaways Gerber et al. (2024) conduct a comprehensive spatial and temporal analysis of yield gaps in ten major crops from 1975 to 2010. The study identifies a widening trend […]

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Kammerer et al. (2024) address the fragmentation of land cover data in the U.S. by integrating agricultural and natural vegetation datasets.

Integrating Land Cover Data for Enhanced Environmental Research: The SPAN Initiative

Key Takeaways Kammerer et al. (2024) address the fragmentation of land cover data in the U.S. by integrating agricultural and natural vegetation datasets. The study merges LANDFIRE National Vegetation Classification […]

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Roth et al. (2024) have significantly advanced the clonal propagation of plants with naturally low adventitious rooting capabilities.

Enhancing Adventitious Rooting in Woody Plants: A Novel Synthetic Auxin Conjugate

Key Takeaways Roth et al. (2024) have significantly advanced the clonal propagation of plants with naturally low adventitious rooting capabilities. The study introduces a synthetic auxin conjugate, 4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid–L-tryptophan-OMe, effectively […]

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Irrigation is a key strategy for reducing crop vulnerability to drought and heat, important in the context of climate change.

Balancing Irrigation and Emissions in US Agriculture: A New Study

Key Takeaways: Irrigation is a key strategy for reducing crop vulnerability to drought and heat, important in the context of climate change. However, irrigation, particularly through pump energy use, contributes […]

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Elo Life Systems has raised $20.5 million in an oversubscribed Series A2 financing round, led by DCVC Bio and Novo Holdings

Elo Life Systems Latest News: $20.5M Raised in Series A2 Financing

Elo Life Systems has raised $20.5 million in an oversubscribed Series A2 financing round, led by DCVC Bio and Novo Holdings.

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PhageLab has secured $11 million in funding to expand its innovative AI-driven platform and operations in Brazil and the US.

PhageLab Secures $11 Million in Funding

Key Takeaways: Funding Round Success: PhageLab, specializing in bacteriophage-based applications, has raised $11 million from investors, including Nazca, Collaborative Fund, and Water Lemon Ventures, with participation from individual investor Kevin Efrusy. […]

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Kaffe Bueno has secured a €6.2 million investment led by Borregaard to expand its innovative coffee by-product upcycling technology

Kaffe Bueno Secures €6.2 Million Investment

Key Takeaways: Significant Investment: Kaffe Bueno, a Danish bioscience company, has secured a €6.2 million investment led by Borregaard and supported by EIC Fund, Dalgaard Group, EIFO, PINC, and The Yield […]

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The UK Government has granted £3.3 million for legume research to mitigate fertilizer use and livestock agriculture emissions.

IBERS Receives £3.3M Grant For Research On Clover

Key Takeaways The UK Government has granted £3.3 million for legume research to mitigate fertilizer use and livestock agriculture emissions. This initiative is part of the effort to reduce greenhouse […]

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Zhong et al. conducted a study revealing crucial insights into the resistance mechanisms against Gray Leaf Spot (GLS) in maize (Zea mays L.).

Fighting Gray Leaf Spot in Maize: Unpacking ZmWAKLY’s Role

Key Takeaways A study by Zhong et al. (2024) identifies the gene ZmWAKL as key in resistance to Gray Leaf Spot (GLS) in maize. GLS, caused by Cercospora zeae-maydis and […]

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Abbas et al. (2024) conducted a study exploring the use of certain bacterial strains to combat Rhizoctonia root-rot in tomatoes.

Rhizoctonia Root-Rot: Combating Disease in Tomatoes

Key Takeaways Abbas et al. (2024) conducted a study exploring the use of certain bacterial strains to combat Rhizoctonia root-rot in tomatoes. Bacillus velezensis, Bacillus megaterium, and Herpaspirillum huttiense, isolated […]

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