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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.

Ginkgo Bioworks and Bayer extend their partnership to advance microbial nitrogen fixation, crop protection, and sustainability.

Ginkgo Bioworks and Bayer Extend Strategic Partnership to Advance Agricultural Biologicals

Phytolon and Ginkgo Bioworks have completed the second milestone in their collaboration to develop natural food colors via yeast fermentation.

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Plastomics raises $5.8M Series B to advance chloroplast engineering, enabling next-gen trait delivery in corn and soybean crops.

Plastomics Secures $5.8 Million in Series B Funding to Advance Chloroplast Engineering Platform

Key Takeaways: Plastomics raises $5.8 million in its Series B funding round to accelerate next-generation crop innovation. Investors include Fulcrum Global Capital, Lewis & Clark Partners, Skull Diamond and Heart […]

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Planasa to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), expanding global leadership in plant genetics and sustainable innovation.

Planasa Announces Agreement to Acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI)

Key Takeaways: Planasa signs agreement to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), a leader in vegetable and corn genetics. The transaction expands Planasa’s global footprint in plant breeding and research […]

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Fieldwork Robotics partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to advance AI-driven robotic raspberry harvesting in Portugal.

Fieldwork Robotics Partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to Advance Robotic Raspberry Harvesting

Fieldwork Robotics & Burro partner to create an adaptable, interoperable harvesting robot to address labor shortages in raspberry farming.

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TaqTyle Institute launches to research robotics, automation, and precision agriculture’s impact on farm efficiency and sustainability.

TaqTyle Institute for Precision Agriculture and Sustainability Launches to Advance Data-Driven Farming

Key Takeaway: The TaqTyle Institute, founded by Mark Erjavec, will study the evolution and impact of precision agriculture. Research will focus on robotics, automation, and precision application technologies reshaping U.S. […]

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A new study led by MIGAL and Northern R&D found that combining shade nets with misting systems increased lychee yields by up to 50%.

MIGAL Research Finds Shade Nets and Misting Systems Boost Lychee Yields by 50%

A new study led by MIGAL and Northern R&D found that combining shade nets with misting systems increased lychee yields by up to 50%.

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FBN opens new Brandon, Manitoba distribution centre to expand access, speed delivery, and strengthen support for Canadian farmers.

FBN Opens New Distribution Centre in Manitoba

FBN introduces the Regenerative Agriculture Financing (RAF) Land Loan pilot program to support farmland financing with sustainability incentives.

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Plant Health Care nears California approval for PHC68949, the first foliar-applied biological solution for nematode protection.

Plant Health Care Advances Toward Approval of New Nematode Protection Solution

Key Takeaways: Plant Health Care, Inc. announced progress in regulatory approval for its new biological product, PHC68949 The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) completed its final review and opened […]

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Rockcliffe Labs launched its 1st dedicated program to systematically create 100 biotechnology and life sciences ventures over the next decade

Rockcliffe Labs Launches Canada’s First Venture Creation Platform Aiming to Build 100 Biotechnology Companies

Rockcliffe Labs launched its 1st dedicated program to systematically create 100 biotechnology and life sciences ventures over the next decade

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Oerth Bio has announced the publication of a peer-reviewed study demonstrating the application of PROTAC technology to agriculture.

Oerth Bio Ends Operations After Four Years of AgTech Research

Oerth Bio, a joint venture between Bayer and Arvinas, has ceased operations after four years in the AgTech sector.

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