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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.

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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Wild Bioscience raises $60M Series A led by the Ellison Institute to expand its AI-driven precision breeding for climate-resilient crops.

Wild Bioscience Secures $60 Million Series A to Advance AI-Driven Crop Improvement

Wild Bio, a startup focused on evolutionary biology and crop resilience, has partnered with the University of Oxford on a new initiative called OPTIMiSE.

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Zorina™ fungicide, developed by BASF Agricultural Solutions, has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration and is now approved for use in the U.S., pending state-level approvals.

BASF Receives EPA Registration for Zorina™ Fungicide to Support White Mold and Broad-Spectrum Disease Control

Zorina™ fungicide, developed by BASF Agricultural Solutions, has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration and is now approved for use in the U.S., pending state-level approvals.

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Celleste Bio unveils the first chocolate-grade cocoa butter made with plant cell culture, offering a scalable, climate-resilient supply.

Celleste Bio Unveils World’s First Chocolate-Grade Cocoa Butter Produced via Plant Cell Culture

Celleste Bio, a cocoa-tech startup, has closed a $4.5M seed funding round led by Supply Change Capital, with participation from Mondelēz International's SnackFutures Ventures, Consensus Business Group, The Trendlines Group, Barrel Ventures, and Regba Agriculture.

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Ascribe Bio raises $12M Series A led by Corteva and Acre Ventures to launch Phytalix®, a next-generation sustainable biofungicide.

Ascribe Bio Secures $12 Million Series A Funding to Advance Natural Crop Protection Platform

2024 field trials in India confirm Ascribe Bio's Phytalix® reduces Bacterial Leaf Blight (BLB) severity by 83%, outperforming current treatments by over 20%.

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Vive Crop Protection raises $10M in oversubscribed round led by FCC Capital to scale its agtech innovations across North America.

Vive Crop Protection Closes $10 Million Oversubscribed Investment Round Led by Farm Credit Canada

Bryce Eger joins Vive Crop Protection to support strategic growth in the Canadian agriculture market

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