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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.

Penrhos Bio Secures $4M in Funding to Accelerate Technology

Penrhos Bio Secures $4M in Funding to Accelerate Technology

Key Takeaways Penrhos Bio has raised $4.1 million in Series A funding, with a focus on agtech applications for its anti-biofilm technology, Remora. The funding aims to accelerate the regulatory […]

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Colors Farm Ltd., Evogene Ltd., and Ben-Gurion University collaborate on cutting-edge gene editing technology for crustaceans.

Precision Gene Editing for Sustainable Crustacean Farming

Key Takeaways: A collaboration between Colors Farm Ltd., Evogene Ltd., and Ben-Gurion University (BGU) has been announced to develop gene editing technology for crustaceans. The project will target the giant […]

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ScaleUp Bio Secures Initial Global Customer Partnerships

Key Takeaways ScaleUp Bio announces initial customer partnerships from the USA, Australia, and Asia. The company is nearing the completion of Singapore’s first dedicated food-grade precision fermentation facilities. Collaboration with […]

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Researchers Secure NSF Funding to Develop Smarter Insect Traps. AgTech; Crop Protection; Plant Science

Insect Traps: Researchers Secure NSF Funding

Key Takeaways Researchers at the University of Arkansas receive NSF funding for smarter insect traps. The project aims to develop traps that can identify and sort insects. The funding will […]

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Triplebar's $20M boost is pioneering sustainable food and biopharma innovations with their Hyper-Throughput™ platform.

Triplebar’s Evolution: Reshaping Food & Biopharma Frontiers

Key Takeaways Triplebar secures $20M funding: The company aims to further expand its product portfolio in the food and biopharmaceutical sector. Hyper-Throughput™ platform: Triplebar’s innovative technology integrates various domains to miniaturize and […]

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Albaugh Announces EPA Approval for New Herbicide Maxtron 4SC

Key Takeaways: Albaugh has received EPA registration for its new herbicide, Maxtron 4SC. The herbicide contains ethofumesate, which is effective against a range of key weeds. Maxtron 4SC is particularly […]

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Amatera Biosciences secures €1.5M in funding to innovate coffee breeding techniques, addressing climate change threats

Amatera Secures €1.5M to Innovate Coffee Breeding

Key Takeaways: Amatera Biosciences, a biotech platform, secured a €1.5 million pre-seed investment to develop new perennial crops that address challenges from deforestation, diseases, and climate change. Global coffee consumption […]

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€4.8 M AgTech Research & Business Facility Opens at UCD Lyons Farm

€4.8 M AgTech Research & Business Facility Opens at UCD Lyons Farm

Key Takeaways A new €4.8 million facility focused on agritech has been inaugurated at UCD Lyons Farm. The facility comprises the AgTechUCD Innovation Centre and the UCD Bimeda Herd Health […]

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ADAMA's Apresa is a pre-emergent herbicide offering enhanced weed control, with potential to dominate South American soybean fields.

Apresa: Transforming Herbicide Use in South American Agriculture

Key Takeaways Apresa by ADAMA is a powerful pre-emergent herbicide that boasts up to 20% greater efficacy than tank mixed solutions. With two complementary modes of action, it offers broad-spectrum […]

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ReHeva Biosciences completes Phase I Trial for RH324, paving the way for innovative botanical-based cancer treatments.

ReHeva Biosciences Advances Cancer Treatment With 80 Acres Farms’ Botanical Supply

Key Takeaways ReHeva Biosciences, a biopharmaceutical startup, has successfully concluded its Phase I Safety Trial for RH324, a drug aimed at enhancing the lives of cancer patients. In collaboration with Case […]

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