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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.

Mercy Corps Ventures launched a pilot project with Salicrop to test a non-GMO seed priming process to enhance tomato plants’ resilience.

Mercy Corps Ventures Launches Pilot with Salicrop to Support Climate-Resilient Tomato Farming in Mexico

Mercy Corps Ventures has launched a pilot project with Salicrop to test a non-GMO seed priming process designed to enhance tomato plants’ resilience to heat and saline irrigation.

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FuturaGene, the biotechnology subsidiary of Suzano, has received formal approval from Brazil’s National Biosafety Technical Commission (CTNBio) for a new gene-edited eucalyptus variety.

FuturaGene Receives CTNBio Approval for Gene-Edited Eucalyptus Variety

FuturaGene, the biotechnology subsidiary of Suzano, has received formal approval from Brazil’s National Biosafety Technical Commission (CTNBio) for a new gene-edited eucalyptus variety.

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Seipasa, a Spanish company specializing in the development and manufacturing of bioinsecticides, biofungicides, biostimulants, and nutritional treatments, has secured support from Ivace+i Innovation for its participation in the BioTubeROl research project.

Seipasa Secures Ivace+i Innovation Support for BioTubeROl Olive Protection Project

Seipasa, a Spanish company specializing in the development and manufacturing of bioinsecticides, biofungicides, biostimulants, and nutritional treatments, has secured support from Ivace+i Innovation for its participation in the BioTubeROl research project.

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Micropep has unveiled an in-depth look at Krisalix™, its proprietary AI-powered discovery platform for bioactive micropeptides.

Micropep Technologies Appoints Kim White as Chief Program Officer

Micropep has unveiled an in-depth look at Krisalix™, its proprietary AI-powered discovery platform for bioactive micropeptides.

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Evogene completed the divestiture of the majority of assets and operations of its ag-biologicals subsidiary, Lavie Bio Ltd., to ICL Group Ltd.

Evogene Ltd. Expands Google Cloud Collaboration to Integrate AI Agents into ChemPass AI™

Evogene Ltd. (NASDAQ: EVGN) (TASE: EVGN), a computational chemistry company focused on AI-driven small-molecule design for pharmaceutical and agricultural applications, has announced an expanded phase of its collaboration with Google Cloud.

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Beck’s, the largest family-owned seed company and the third largest seed brand, has announced the launch of SeedIQ™, described as the industry’s first product management platform designed to help farmers maximize the performance of every hybrid and variety.

Beck’s Launches SeedIQ™ AI Platform to Deliver Data-Driven Hybrid Recommendations

Beck’s, the largest family-owned seed company and the third largest seed brand, has announced the launch of SeedIQ™, described as the industry’s first product management platform designed to help farmers maximize the performance of every hybrid and variety.

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Biotalys (Euronext: BTLS), a developer of protein-based biocontrol solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with 21st.BIO

Biotalys Announces Strategic Refocus to Prioritize Lead Biocontrol Programs

Biotalys announces a strategic refocus to prioritize advanced biocontrol assets while reducing cash burn and workforce.

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Discover the challenges and strategies in resistance management that influence crop input positioning and effectiveness.

Resistance Management Becomes A Core Design Principle For Crop Inputs

Discover the challenges and strategies in resistance management that influence crop input positioning and effectiveness.

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Kula Bio has successfully closed its Series A-1 funding round, signaling strong investor confidence in its sustainable nitrogen technology.

Kula Bio Launches Shelf-Stable Nitrogen-Fixing Products Kula-NSP and Kula-NextSP

Kula Bio, a provider of sustainable nitrogen solutions, announced the commercial launch of Kula-NSP and Kula-NextSP, two shelf-stable, soluble powder products designed to deliver nitrogen-fixing bacteria directly to the root zone.

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Cibus completes 2025 field trials of HT2 Canola, validating improved herbicide tolerance and advancing sustainable trait innovation.

Cibus Participates in UK Government-Funded Precision Breeding Project for Oilseed Rape

Cibus, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBUS), an agricultural technology company specializing in the development and licensing of plant traits, announced its participation as a key technology partner in a research and development project funded by the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra).

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