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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released proposed updates to Pesticide Registration Notice (PRN) 98-10. These changes aim to streamline the process for pesticide registrants submitting minor modifications, reducing administrative burdens and backlogs while maintaining safety standards. EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Guidance for Pesticide Registrants to Improve Efficiencies on Notifications and Minor…

The Agricultural Biologicals Market in Japan is poised for significant growth, projected to reach US$ 401.4 million by 2032. A new report by DataM Intelligence highlights how sustainable farming practices and government initiatives are accelerating the adoption of biological inputs across the region. Japan Agricultural Biologicals Market to hit US$ 401.4 Million by 2032 Tokyo,…

GROWMARK is addressing the global shortage of biological manufacturing capacity by constructing a state-of-the-art production facility in St. Louis. Set to open in 2027, this new plant will produce biostimulants, biopesticides, and biofertilizers, serving agricultural companies that require high-quality production capabilities. GROWMARK to Build New Ag Biologicals Plant in St.Louis, Missouri December 23, 2025 GROWMARK…

Protealis Secures New VLAIO Grant to Scale MagNfix™ Soy Seed Coating Protealis continues to drive innovation in European protein crop production with a new grant from VLAIO. The funding will accelerate the scaling of MagNfix™, a revolutionary soy seed coating designed to replace cumbersome inoculation steps and unlock high yields for farmers in cooler climates.…

Sustainable Fall Armyworm Control: FAO Launches Innovative Trials in Kenya The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has launched innovative field trials to advance sustainable Fall Armyworm control in Kenya. Through the FAO–China South–South Cooperation project, this initiative empowers smallholder farmers with nature-based solutions, including biological control agents and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, to combat…

Simplification Package Omnibus: IBMA Welcomes EU Biocontrol Proposal The Simplification Package Omnibus proposal released by the European Commission marks a potential turning point for the biocontrol industry. The IBMA has welcomed these proposed amendments to EU Regulation 1107/2009, which aim to define biocontrol substances, create a single EU zone for approvals, and significantly accelerate market…

Eden Research has announced a major commercial milestone: Eden Research partners with Syngenta to distribute its novel biofungicide, Evelta™, for professional ornamental crops. This exclusive agreement covers key EU markets and the UK, combining Eden’s sustainable innovation with Syngenta‘s extensive distribution network. Appointment of Syngenta as Distribution Partner 18 December 2025 Eden Research plc (AIM:…

The Food and Feed Safety Omnibus proposed by the European Commission is being hailed as a crucial “first step” by the Biocontrol Coalition. While amendments to EU Regulation 1107/2009 promise to streamline authorizations, the Coalition warns that a truly fit-for-purpose regulatory framework requires a dedicated legislative approach to ensure European farmers have timely access to…

Gianluca Ventrelli appointed by Rovensa Next as the new Global Head of Agronomic Solutions. Bringing over two decades of experience in the crop protection industry, Ventrelli will lead the company’s technical strategies to advance the adoption of biosolutions globally. Rovensa Next appoints Gianluca Ventrelli as new Global Head of Agronomic Solutions Madrid, 23 December 2025…

Meristem® products taking cost out for a profitable future Recent field trials in Indiana have demonstrated substantial financial gains for farmers using Meristem® products. In the 2025 “Take Cost Out Plot,” farmer Heath Lehner achieved an 11-bushel yield increase in soybeans while simultaneously reducing input costs, resulting in a net advantage of approximately $175 per…