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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.

The John Innes Centre has been awarded an equal share of the £54M Global Talent Fund, a UK initiative aimed at attracting researchers

John Innes Centre to Share £54M Global Talent Fund for Advancing UK Bio-Innovation

The John Innes Centre has been awarded an equal share of the £54 million Global Talent Fund, a UK initiative aimed at attracting experienced researchers

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Attune Agriculture's Entrapment® is approved in the US and Puerto Rico by EPA for a variety of uses.

Attune Agriculture Announces Nationwide Availability of Entrapment® Insecticide

Attune Agriculture's insecticide, Entrapment®, is approved in the US and Puerto Rico by EPA for a variety of uses.

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Puna Bio secured a round led by Corteva with participation from existing and new investors including At One Ventures and Dalus Capital.

Puna Bio Closes Series A with Gates Foundation Backing to Expand Biofertilizer Innovation

Puna Bio closes Series A round with new participation from the Gates Foundation—its first investment in an Argentine startup.

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A new Cal Poly report finds regulatory compliance costs rose from $109.16 per acre in 2006 to $1,600.12 per acre in 2024

Cal Poly Study Tracks 1,366% Increase in Regulatory Compliance Costs for California Lettuce Grower

A new Cal Poly report finds regulatory compliance costs rose from $109.16 per acre in 2006 to $1,600.12 per acre in 2024

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Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.

Université Laval Secures $5M Grant for VertBerry CEA Project

Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.

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Windfall Bio’s OptiMem product is now OMRI Listed®, making it eligible for use in USDA-certified organic farming.

Windfall Bio Deploys Methane-Reducing Biocover at Sunshine Canyon Landfill

Windfall Bio launches field trial of its mem-based biocover at Republic Services' Sunshine Canyon Landfill in California

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Discover global companies providing innovative solutions against corn rootworm. Explore biologicals, seed traits, monitoring tools, and more.

Corn Rootworm: Global Solutions from Leading AgTech Innovators

Discover global companies providing innovative solutions against corn rootworm. Explore biologicals, seed traits, monitoring tools, and more from leaders in pest control.

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Evogene completed the divestiture of the majority of assets and operations of its ag-biologicals subsidiary, Lavie Bio Ltd., to ICL Group Ltd.

Evogene Finalizes Divestiture of Lavie Bio Assets to ICL Group

Evogene completed the divestiture of the majority of assets and operations of its ag-biologicals subsidiary, Lavie Bio Ltd., to ICL Group Ltd.

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Flagship Pioneering, the bioplatform innovation company, has announced the launch of Terrana Biosciences, a company focused on delivering RNA-based agricultural tools that enhance and protect crop traits without altering plant genomes.

Flagship Pioneering Launches Terrana Biosciences to Advance RNA-Based Agricultural Innovation

Flagship Pioneering, the bioplatform innovation company, has announced the launch of Terrana Biosciences, a company focused on delivering RNA-based agricultural tools that enhance and protect crop traits without altering plant genomes.

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Danish BioAg company Agrobiomics awarded up to €7.5 million by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator

Agrobiomics Secures €7.5M EIC Accelerator Grant to Commercialize Climate-Resilient Biostimulants

Danish BioAg company Agrobiomics awarded up to €7.5 million by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator

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