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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.

Switch Bioworks appoints Steve del Cardayre as CTO and Brett Boghigian as CBO and relocates to new San Carlos headquarters.

Switch Bioworks Expands Executive Team and Moves into New San Carlos Headquarters

Switch Bioworks, a biotechnology company focused on sustainable agricultural solutions, announced it has raised $17 million in Series Seed financing.

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Solynta’s hybrid breeding model replaces bulky seed tubers with efficient, true potato seeds, according to Charles Miller

Charles Miller on Solynta’s Hybrid Potatoes: Scaling True Seeds for a Sustainable Future

Solynta’s hybrid breeding model replaces bulky seed tubers with efficient, true potato seeds, according to Charles Miller

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CeraMax®, a biological seed treatment by Ceradis Crop Protection B.V., will be available in 2025 under a Section 2(ee) label for disease suppression.

Ceradis Appoints Regional Vice Presidents to Strengthen Global Operations and Sustainable Growth

Ceradis B.V. announced two senior leadership appointments to strengthen its global footprint and operational capabilities

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BLOOM FRESH warns it will take decisive action against intellectual property (IP) infringement during the 2025 harvest season

BLOOM FRESH Intensifies Global IP Enforcement Ahead of Northern Hemisphere Table Grape Peak

BLOOM FRESH warns it will take decisive action against intellectual property (IP) infringement during the 2025 harvest season

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BioConsortia has officially closed a $15 million funding round led by long-standing internal investors, including Otter Capital

BioConsortia Closes $15M Funding Round to Support Global Rollout of Always-N™ and Advance Microbial R&D

BioConsortia has officially closed a $15 million funding round led by long-standing internal investors, including Otter Capital

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Mars, Incorporated today unveiled the Mars Protect the Peanut Plan, an initiative designed to address threats to global peanut production.

Mars Launches “Protect the Peanut Plan” with $5 Million Investment to Safeguard Global Peanut Supply

Mars, Incorporated and Fonterra are launching the Farmer Forward Program, a $27M, five-year investment to support climate-smart agriculture.

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Explore the benefits of Mineral Max AG, an organic biostimulant that enhances soil health and crop yield naturally.

Inside Mineral Max AG: A Q&A with Paul Gaylon, COO of Pacific Plant Nutrients

Explore the benefits of Mineral Max AG, an organic biostimulant that enhances soil health and crop yield naturally.

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NetZeroNitrogen (NZN) secured a €5.6 million seed round to support ASEAN expansion and commercial scale-up

NetZeroNitrogen Raises €5.6M to Advance Biofertilizer Alternative to Synthetic Nitrogen Use

NetZeroNitrogen (NZN) secured a €5.6 million seed round to support ASEAN expansion and commercial scale-up

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Unitree Robotics partners with agricultural institutions to pilot robotics equipped with sensors and AI vision to monitor seedling growth.

Unitree Robotics Deploys Affordable Quadruped Robots to Support Smarter, Data-Driven Farming

Unitree Robotics partners with agricultural institutions to pilot robotics equipped with sensors and AI vision to monitor seedling growth.

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Vestaron raises over $20M to accelerate the commercialization of peptide-based bioinsecticides & support expansion in North America & Europe.

Vestaron Secures Multiple Emergency Use Authorizations for SPEAR LEP Bioinsecticide

Vestaron Crop Protection has obtained its fourth Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) in Greece for SPEAR LEP to control Tuta absoluta in tomatoes.

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