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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.

Syngenta entered into a five-year virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft, a European provider of renewable energy solutions. Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has opened a new R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería, in southern Spain, adding a state-of-the-art facility to its existing Innovation Center footprint in the region.

Syngenta and Ascribe Bioscience Sign PHYTALIX Biofungicide Agreement for Southeast Asia

Syngenta and Ascribe Bioscience have signed a development and supply agreement giving Syngenta exclusive commercial access to PHYTALIX for rice and major crops in Southeast Asia.

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Limagrain entered into exclusive discussions with ADQ for a potential 35% minority stake in its Vegetable Seeds business.

Limagrain Secures EUR 300 Million EIB Loan to Accelerate Plant Genetics R&D

The European Investment Bank is lending Limagrain EUR 300 million to accelerate R&D in plant genetics

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Europe's nitrogen limits are imposing real costs on farming and biogas. The absence of a market price hides escalating operational risk.

Nitrogen Is Becoming Europe’s Next Priced Pollutant – Without a Market

Europe's nitrogen limits are imposing real costs on farming and biogas. The absence of a market price hides escalating operational risk.

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Switch Bioworks, a biotechnology company focused on sustainable fertilizer, has launched advanced R&D field trials of its novel microbial fertilizer following authorization from the USDA and EPA.

Switch Bioworks Launches Authorized US Field Trials of Engineered Microbial Fertilizer

Switch Bioworks, a biotechnology company focused on sustainable fertilizer, has launched advanced R&D field trials of its novel microbial fertilizer following authorization from the USDA and EPA.

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Corn Stunt Disease and corn tar spot are expanding geographically while chemical resistance grows. Here is what growers need to know in 2026.

Corn Stunt Disease and Tar Spot: What Growers Need to Know in 2026

Corn Stunt Disease and corn tar spot are expanding geographically while chemical resistance grows. Here is what growers need to know in 2026.

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Converge Bio received a $2.5M, 37-month grant from the Gates Foundation to extend its generative AI drug modeling platform into crop genomics.

Converge Bio Receives $2.5M Gates Foundation Grant to Extend AI Platform to Crop Genomics

Converge Bio has received a $2.5 million, 37-month grant from the Gates Foundation to extend its generative AI drug modeling platform into crop genomics.

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Deerpoint Group has named Mike Hemman as Chief Executive Officer to lead the company's next stage of growth in specialty crop nutrition across California and Arizona.

Deerpoint Group Names Mike Hemman as CEO to Lead Specialty Crop Nutrition Expansion

Deerpoint Group has named Mike Hemman as Chief Executive Officer to lead the company's next stage of growth in specialty crop nutrition across California and Arizona.

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UNDO received a $5 million award from the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition for its enhanced rock weathering (ERW) solution.

UNDO Publishes SAT-C Research to Unlock Year-Round Enhanced Rock Weathering Measurement

UNDO received a $5 million award from the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition for its enhanced rock weathering (ERW) solution.

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

BioConsortia Names Dr. Damian Curtis as New SVP of Research and Development

BioConsortia, an agricultural biotechnology company focused on advanced microbial solutions, has named Dr. Damian Curtis as its new Senior Vice President of Research and Development.

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Planet Tracker has released a new report analyzing Brazil’s fertiliser strategy and its implications for climate, nature, and the economy.

Planet Tracker Flags Climate Transition Gaps at Five Major Fertiliser and Crop Protection Companies

Planet Tracker has identified material climate transition risks at Corteva, Mosaic, Nutrien, Syngenta Group, and Yara, citing weak emissions disclosure and limited value-chain engagement.

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