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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.

Study Reveals Optimal CO2 Enrichment Levels for Strawberry Greenhouses Using Computational Fluid Dynamics. Plant Science; AgTech; AgriTech; Agriculture Technology

Study Reveals Optimal CO2 Enrichment Levels for Strawberry Greenhouses Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

Key Takeaways Zhang et al., 2023, employed Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to study CO2 enrichment in strawberry greenhouses. The study aims to improve the low energy use efficiency level of […]

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Agronomic Study: Genome-Wide Analysis Identifies Key SNPs for Improving Pearl Millet Yield. AgTech; AgriTech; Plant Science; Crop Drought

Agronomic Study: Genome-Wide Analysis Identifies Key SNPs for Improving Pearl Millet Yield

Key Takeaways The study by Armel Rouamba et al., 2023, focuses on genome-wide association analyses of agronomic traits and Striga hermonthica (Sh) resistance in pearl millet. Pearl millet is a […]

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Rice Genome: New Study Unveils High-Quality Assembly of Oryza coarctata. Plant Science; AgTech; AgriTech

Rice Genome: New Study Unveils High-Quality Assembly of Oryza coarctata

Key Takeaways A new study by Zhao et al., 2023, provides a highly contiguous chromosome-level genome assembly of Oryza coarctata, a wild rice relative. Oryza coarctata is unique for its […]

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Ontario's $16.5M investment enhances agri-food research and global competitiveness through Sustainable CAP.

Empowering Ontario’s Agri-Food Future

Key Takeaways: Robust Investment: The Canadian and Ontario governments are investing up to $16.5 million through the Sustainable CAP to enhance agri-food research and innovation projects. Multi-Year Funding: The Ontario Agri-Food Research […]

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NIFA Invests $19.6M in Crop Protection and Pest Management

NIFA Invests $19.6M in Crop Protection and Pest Management

Key Takeaways The Crop Protection and Pest Management (CPPM) program aims to address high-priority issues related to pests and their management using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches. The program focuses […]

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White Biotechnology: A New Frontier in Sustainable Ag & Food Production. AgTech; FoodTech

White Biotechnology: A New Frontier in Sustainable Ag & Food Production

Key Takeaways White biotechnology is increasingly relevant to agriculture and food production, offering sustainable alternatives. Non-model organisms could revolutionize the production of agricultural inputs and biofertilizers. Cell-free systems may offer […]

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Singing Water Vineyards and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Collaborate on 3-Year Study to Combat Pierce's Disease. Crop protection; Crop Nutrition

Singing Water Vineyards and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Collaborate on 3-Year Study to Combat Pierce’s Disease

Key Takeaways Singing Water Vineyards has partnered with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension for a 3-year study on Pierce’s Disease. The study will focus on the effectiveness of the Xylphi-PD bacteriophage […]

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Cermetek's LeafMon system, backed by NIFA and USDA's Phase II funding, introduces a contactless plant water monitoring technology.

Cermetek’s Plant Water Monitoring Receives Phase II Funding

Key Takeaways: NIFA, the USDA, and the SBIR/STTR programs have awarded Phase II funding to Cermetek Microelectronics, Inc. for a novel contactless plant water monitoring technology. This technology, called LeafMon, […]

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Experts Warn of Invasive Pests Expanding Across the U.S.

Key Takeaways Erratic weather conditions enable invasive pests to expand their territory in the U.S. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) provides information and prevention tips. According to a new […]

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University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center Partner on $3.5M Food Safety Research Grant

University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center Partner on $3.5M Food Safety Research Grant

Key Takeaways The University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center have secured a $3.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) […]

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