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  • ISO Provisional Approval: Fendioxypyracil and Toxapyzone Officially Added to Draft ISO 1750

    Date of Announcement: 26 June 2025 Authority: ISO/TC 81 – Common names for pesticides and other agrochemicals The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has provisionally approved two new pesticide common names under its globally recognized ISO 1750 standard, which regulates the nomenclature of pesticides and agrochemicals. The names were approved by the ISO Technical Committee…

  • FMC Corporation expands novel fluindapyr fungicide technology to EMEA region

    FMC’s Tremisia® Fungicide Secures Regulatory Approval in Ukraine, Debuts Fluindapyr Technology in EMEA July 1, 2025 — FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, has announced the regulatory approval of Tremisia® fungicide in Ukraine, marking the debut of the company’s novel fluindapyr technology in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.…

  • Primacy Alpha Earns Certified Biostimulant Label from The Fertilizer Institute

    Primacy Alpha® Earns Prestigious Certified Biostimulant Label from The Fertilizer Institute — Verdesian Life Sciences, a global leader in plant health and nutrition solutions, has proudly announced that its innovative product, Primacy Alpha®, has been officially awarded the Certified Biostimulant label by The Fertilizer Institute (TFI). This recognition comes as part of TFI’s Certified Biostimulant…

  • GDM ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE AGRELIANT GENETICS

    In a landmark move set to reshape the agricultural seed industry across North America, GDM has announced its agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in AgReliant Genetics, a leading provider of corn and soybean seeds in the region. This acquisition brings together two powerhouse organizations with complementary strengths—GDM’s unmatched leadership in soybean genetics and…

  • Symbiomics completes Series A funding round led by Corteva to advance next-generation biologicals

    Symbiomics, a leading-edge biotechnology company focused on high-performance biological solutions for agriculture, has announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round, led by Corteva Agriscience through its strategic investment platform, Corteva Catalyst. This marks Corteva’s first investment in Brazil via Catalyst and represents a major milestone in Symbiomics’ growth journey. The funding will…

  • Hello Nature Announces Major Expansion of Italian Biostimulant Production Facility

    Hello Nature has taken a bold leap in its journey toward sustainable agriculture with the announcement of a major expansion of its Italian biostimulant production facility. Reinforcing its commitment to innovation and global food security, the company is set to double its production capacity in Novara, Italy—strengthening its ability to deliver next-generation vegetal peptide-based solutions…

  • BASF introduces InVigor Gold, a breakthrough innovation in canola seed

    The canola industry is witnessing a pivotal shift as BASF unveils its latest innovation—InVigor® Gold. Developed through decades of cutting-edge research, this breakthrough hybrid seed is set to transform canola farming across North America. With exceptional heat tolerance, disease resistance, and LibertyLink® herbicide tolerance, InVigor Gold opens up new cultivation zones and economic potential for…

  • Greg Peton to Lead Pivot Bio’s Coastal Region, Helping More Farmers Optimize Crop Nutrition

    Pivot Bio, one of the world’s most innovative agtech companies, has announced the appointment of Greg Peton as the Regional Sales Leader for its Coastal Region. In this new role, Peton will lead sales operations across a significant geographic territory spanning Texas through the Carolinas and into the Northeast — including key agricultural states like…

  • BioFirst Appoints Bart Sosef as President of Plant Products Division to Strengthen Global Sustainability Leadership

    BioFirst Group, a global leader in sustainable horticulture and agriculture crop management solutions, has announced the appointment of Bart Sosef as the new President of its Plant Products Division. This strategic appointment signifies BioFirst’s deepening commitment to delivering innovative, effective, and environmentally conscious solutions across global farming systems. Bart Sosef will also become a member…

  • CropLife Brasil Champions Pesticide Reform at Senagri 2025

    At the 2025 edition of Senagri, one of Brazil’s premier national forums for agricultural regulation and sustainability, CropLife Brasil took center stage in advocating for modern, science-based pesticide legislation and responsible stewardship initiatives. Modern Legislation to Support Innovation CropLife Brasil highlighted the significant progress made under Federal Law 14.785/2023, a transformative piece of legislation that…