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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.

Plastomics raises $5.8M Series B to advance chloroplast engineering, enabling next-gen trait delivery in corn and soybean crops.

Plastomics Secures $5.8 Million in Series B Funding to Advance Chloroplast Engineering Platform

Key Takeaways: Plastomics raises $5.8 million in its Series B funding round to accelerate next-generation crop innovation. Investors include Fulcrum Global Capital, Lewis & Clark Partners, Skull Diamond and Heart […]

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Planasa to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), expanding global leadership in plant genetics and sustainable innovation.

Planasa Announces Agreement to Acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI)

Key Takeaways: Planasa signs agreement to acquire Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI), a leader in vegetable and corn genetics. The transaction expands Planasa’s global footprint in plant breeding and research […]

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Fieldwork Robotics partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to advance AI-driven robotic raspberry harvesting in Portugal.

Fieldwork Robotics Partners with Research Centre for Sustainability to Advance Robotic Raspberry Harvesting

Fieldwork Robotics & Burro partner to create an adaptable, interoperable harvesting robot to address labor shortages in raspberry farming.

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TaqTyle Institute launches to research robotics, automation, and precision agriculture’s impact on farm efficiency and sustainability.

TaqTyle Institute for Precision Agriculture and Sustainability Launches to Advance Data-Driven Farming

Key Takeaway: The TaqTyle Institute, founded by Mark Erjavec, will study the evolution and impact of precision agriculture. Research will focus on robotics, automation, and precision application technologies reshaping U.S. […]

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Gardin and Priva partner to integrate photosynthesis analytics with climate automation, uniting plant and environment data for growers.

Gardin and Priva Announce Strategic Integration to Advance Smart Crop Management

Gardin and Ridder have announced a collaborative product integration that brings real-time photosynthesis data into the Ridder Hortimax Pro interface.

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

Syngenta and SALIC Sign LOI to Strengthen Global and Saudi Food Security

Syngenta Crop Protection AG and the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on building a more resilient agri-food sector.

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

Valent BioSciences to Form Part of New Global Entity — Sumitomo Biorational Company (SBC)

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

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