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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 James Hutton Institute has joined PhenomUK, a £35M, six-year national research infrastructure programme funded by UKRI and led by BBSRC

James Hutton Institute Joins £35M PhenomUK Initiative to Accelerate Resilient Crop Development

The James Hutton Institute has joined PhenomUK, a £35 million, six-year national research infrastructure programme funded by UKRI and led by BBSRC

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T3Bioscience has secured its first international patent for RejuAgro, granted by Taiwan, expanding beyond the US patent the company received in 2023.

T3Bioscience Secures First International Patent for RejuAgro as EPA Submission Approaches

T3Bioscience has secured its first international patent for RejuAgro, granted by Taiwan, expanding beyond the US patent the company received in 2023.

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Aphea.Bio has received a research grant from VLAIO (Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship) to establish its TRΛNSCEND platform.

Aphea.Bio Partners with Bayer to Accelerate Bioinsecticide Development Against Sap-Sucking Pests

Aphea.Bio has received a research grant from VLAIO (Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship) to establish its TRΛNSCEND platform.

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The first California paraquat Parkinson's disease case, Anderson v. Syngenta AG, et al., has been scheduled for trial on March 1, 2027, in Contra Costa County Superior Court.

First California Paraquat Parkinson’s Disease Trial Set for March 2027 Against Syngenta and Chevron

The first California paraquat Parkinson's disease case, Anderson v. Syngenta AG, et al., has been scheduled for trial on March 1, 2027, in Contra Costa County Superior Court.

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Tom Snipes has been named CEO of Ostara, bringing extensive agricultural and business leadership experience.

Ostara Launches Higher-Analysis CG P2X Fertilizer Formulation with Nearly 30% More Nitrogen and Phosphorus

Ostara has announced an updated formulation of its CG P2X high-efficiency fertilizer, increasing the analysis to 9-42-0 with 9 Mg.

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Redox Bio-Nutrients’ Mainstay® Calcium 2.0 earns TFI Certified Biostimulant label, assuring growers of safety and proven efficacy.

Redox Bio-Nutrients Appoints Jackeline Garza as Chief Technology Officer

Redox Bio-Nutrients LLC has hired Jackeline Garza as Chief Technology Officer; she joins immediately from a 20-year career at Cosmocel, where she held senior roles across quality, regulatory, and innovation functions.

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Sharjah Wheat has achieved a global record with a protein content of 19.3%, the highest documented for wheat varieties.

Sharjah’s Desert Wheat Reaches 19.3% Protein, Surpassing Global Benchmarks

A wheat cultivation project in Sharjah, UAE, has produced second-generation plants with protein levels nearly double the global soft-wheat average

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NC State University's AIRS (Automating Intelligence from Research Stations) project released a software suite in December 2025 enabling researchers to access weekly drone-collected imagery from two North Carolina research stations.

NC State’s AIRS Project Brings Autonomous Drone Technology to Agricultural Research Stations

NC State University's AIRS (Automating Intelligence from Research Stations) project released a software suite in December 2025 enabling researchers to access weekly drone-collected imagery from two North Carolina research stations.

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Cibus, Inc. reported Q1 2026 results and provided a business update highlighting continued progress in its Rice herbicide tolerance program.

Cibus Appoints Craig Wichner as CEO in Planned Leadership Transition

Cibus, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBUS), an agricultural technology company focused on developing and licensing plant traits to seed companies, has named Craig Wichner as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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Fertilizer production in Oman has long operated below the radar. The disruption to regional nitrogen supply since early 2026 has changed that.

Fertilizer Production in Oman: The Gulf’s Most Insulated Nitrogen Base

Fertilizer production in Oman has long operated below the radar of Gulf agricultural coverage. The disruption to regional nitrogen supply since early 2026 has changed that.

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