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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.

USDA-funded UC Davis study shows UbiQD’s quantum dot glass boosts greenhouse crop yield, nutrition, and light-use efficiency sustainably.

UbiQD Secures $6M SVB Financing to Support Manufacturing Expansion

UbiQD, a company specializing in quantum dot (QD) technology, announced the completion of a $20 million Series B financing round.

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Biocentis has secured $19 million through seed equity funding and a grant from Wellcome to expand its biological insect-control platform.

Biocentis Raises $19M to Advance Next-Generation Insect Control Technologies

Biocentis has secured $19 million through seed equity funding and a grant from Wellcome to expand its biological insect-control platform.

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Valent BioSciences, MGK, and Valent North America will merge under a new organization, Sumitomo Biorational Company LLC (SBC).

Valent BioSciences Partners with Seipasa to Expand Biostimulant Solutions in the U.S.

Valent BioSciences and Seipasa have formed a strategic partnership to commercialize new biostimulant technologies in the U.S.

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Amoéba and Syngenta have signed an MoU to co-develop an amoeba-derived bio-fungicide for the EU and UK cereal markets.

Amoéba and Syngenta Partner to Develop New Amoeba-Based Bio-Fungicide for Cereals

Amoéba and Syngenta have signed an MoU to co-develop an amoeba-derived bio-fungicide for the EU and UK cereal markets.

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Nufarm has introduced Pretium™ SDS, a biological seed treatment targeting Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) and Red Crown Rot (RCR) in soybeans.

Nufarm Appoints Rico Christensen as Incoming CEO

Nufarm has announced that Rico Christensen, currently Group Executive of Portfolio Solutions, will succeed Greg Hunt as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.

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Syngenta and Taranis form a strategic partnership to scale AI-powered crop intelligence, boosting retailer efficiency and sustainability.

Syngenta: REVERTE® Program Recognized by WBCSD for Transforming Agriculture

Syngenta’s REVERTE® program was recognized by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) as best-in-class in transforming agriculture and food systems.

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Enza Zaden has signed a strategic agreement to license Pairwise’s Fulcrum® Platform for precision plant breeding.

Enza Zaden Licenses Pairwise’s Fulcrum® Platform to Advance Precision Breeding

Enza Zaden, an international vegetable breeding company, has opened a 16,000-square-meter seed production facility in Arusha, Tanzania.

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Pivot Bio has named Travis Frey as Chief Technology Officer following the retirement of Ernie Sanders.

Pivot Bio Debuts Dry Versions of PROVEN G3 and CERT-N

Pivot Bio has launched two new dry planter box treatments: Pivot Bio PROVEN® G3 Dry for corn and Pivot Bio CERT-N™ Dry for cotton.

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Verde AgriTech secures Brazilian patent for bio-enriched fertilizer process, advancing sustainable farming and expanding its IP portfolio.

Verde AgriTech Partners with UNDO on ERW Carbon Credits

Verde AgriTech (TSX: NPK | OTCQX: VNPKF) posted its first positive EBITDA in eight quarters, recording $0.1 million in Q3 2025, compared to a loss of $0.03 million in Q3 2024.

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FA Bio begins a sponsored proof-of-concept with Bayer Crop Science, co-sponsored by EIT Food, targeting CSFB in oilseed rape.

FA Bio Launches Proof-of-Concept with Bayer to Advance Fungal Bioinsecticides for Oilseed Rape

FA Bio begins a sponsored proof-of-concept with Bayer Crop Science, co-sponsored by EIT Food, targeting CSFB in oilseed rape.

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