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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.

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

Insect Traps: Researchers Secure NSF Funding

by Sepehr Achard
31st October 2023

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 […]

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

Triplebar’s Evolution: Reshaping Food & Biopharma Frontiers

by admin1
31st October 2023

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 […]

Albaugh Announces EPA Approval for New Herbicide Maxtron 4SC

by Sepehr Achard
30th October 2023

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 […]

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

Amatera Secures €1.5M to Innovate Coffee Breeding

by admin1
30th October 2023

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 […]

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

by Sepehr Achard
27th October 2023

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 […]

Apresa: Transforming Herbicide Use in South American Agriculture

by admin1
27th October 2023

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 […]

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

by admin1
26th October 2023

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 […]

Report Highlights €3T Economic Impact of EU’s Approach to NGT

by Sepehr Achard
25th October 2023

Key Takeaways A new report by the Breakthrough Institute and the Alliance for Science analyzes the economic impact of the EU’s stance on new genomic techniques (NGTs). The report estimates […]

MEPs Advocate for Drastic Reduction in Chemical Pesticide Use by 2030

by Sepehr Achard
25th October 2023

Key Takeaways MEPs have voted to reduce the use and risk of chemical plant protection products by at least 50% by 2030. A 65% reduction is proposed for more hazardous […]

Deficit Irrigation Techniques Enhance Water Use Efficiency in Hydroponic Rose Cultivation

by Sepehr Achard
23rd October 2023

Key Takeaways The study explores deficit irrigation techniques in hydroponic greenhouse cultivation of cut roses. Three irrigation treatments were tested: Full Irrigation (FI), Partial Root Drying (PRD), and Sustained Deficit […]