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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.

Balchem Plant Nutrition has announced the launch of its Metalosate® T.E.A.M.™ digital platform built for pest control advisors & agronomists

Balchem Plant Nutrition Launches Digital T.E.A.M. Platform for Specialty Crops

Key Takeaways New Digital Solution: Balchem Plant Nutrition has introduced the Metalosate® T.E.A.M.™ platform, a free digital tool designed to optimize nutrient balance through advanced tissue analysis. Data-Driven Recommendations: The […]

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ADAMA reports Q3 2025 sales of $933M and 50% EBITDA growth, driven by higher volumes, improved mix, and “Fight Forward” initiatives.

ADAMA Launches Ateka Insecticide for Superior Sucking Pest Control

ADAMA has introduced Ateka, a high-load, fully systemic insecticide designed to eliminate tough sucking pests in fruit and vegetable crops.

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JEPCO is increasing glasshouse capacity to combat outdoor risks like climate change, pests, and soil contamination.

JEPCO Expands Indoor Leafy Salad Production

JEPCO is increasing glasshouse capacity to combat outdoor risks like climate change, pests, and soil contamination.

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MAIRE subsidiary NEXTCHEM has been awarded licensing and equipment supply contracts for three world-scale complexes in West Africa.

MAIRE Secures €485 Million West Africa Industrial Contracts

MAIRE subsidiary NEXTCHEM has been awarded licensing and equipment supply contracts for three world-scale complexes in West Africa.

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Amatera has closed a $6.97 million (€6 million) equity funding round co-led by Demea Sustainable Investment and Oyster Bay Venture Capital.

Amatera Secures $6.97 Million to Accelerate Climate-Resilient Crop Breeding

Amatera has closed a $6.97 million (€6 million) equity funding round co-led by Demea Sustainable Investment and Oyster Bay Venture Capital.

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UC Davis has been granted a $25 million gift from the estate of late philanthropist Dan G. Best II to advance agricultural technology.

UC Davis Receives $25 Million Bequest for Agricultural Innovation

UC Davis has been granted a $25 million gift from the estate of late philanthropist Dan G. Best II to advance agricultural technology.

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Rainbow Crops announced it has received a $7M grant from the Gates Foundation to advance the development of the company's platform.

Rainbow Crops Secures $7M Gates Foundation Grant for Climate-Resilient Seeds

On March 4, 2026, Rainbow Crops, a next-generation agtech company specializing in complex agronomic traits, announced it has received a $7 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

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Certis Belchim and Elicit Plant have announced a joint agreement to develop innovative solutions for the European potato market.

Elicit Plant & Certis Belchim Partner on Potato Bio-Solutions

Certis Belchim and Elicit Plant have announced a joint agreement to develop innovative solutions for the European potato market.

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Vive Crop Protection raises $10M in oversubscribed round led by FCC Capital to scale its agtech innovations across North America.

Vive Crop Protection Announces Canadian Registration of Phobos FC360

Vive Crop Protection has officially announced the Canadian registration of Phobos FC360, a next-generation foliar fungicide.

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Ascribe Bio raises $12M Series A led by Corteva and Acre Ventures to launch Phytalix®, a next-generation sustainable biofungicide.

Ascribe Bio and Corteva Announce R&D Collaboration for Seed Treatments

Ascribe Bio has announced a strategic research and development collaboration with Corteva to advance its novel biofungicide technology for seed treatment applications.

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