Author: News
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CSU Researchers Develop Innovative Biological Herbicide to Combat Palmer Amaranth
Colorado State University (CSU) researchers are embarking on a cutting-edge project to develop a new biological herbicide specifically designed to target Palmer amaranth, one of the most problematic weeds in agriculture today. The $650,000 project, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, aims to harness synthetic biology techniques to create a biological solution that could…
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The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) Awards Third Biostimulant Certification to Valent BioSciences for Transit® 500 Biostimulant
Valent BioSciences has taken a notable step forward in the biostimulant industry with the certification of its Transit® 500 product under The Fertilizer Institute’s (TFI) newly launched Certified Biostimulant Program. This recognition not only highlights the product’s proven efficacy and adherence to stringent industry standards but also underscores Valent BioSciences’ dedication to advancing innovative solutions…
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Bioconsortia unveils latest bionematicide result from Brazil
BioConsortia, Inc., a leader in agricultural technology, recently showcased its latest achievements in microbial product development during an industry meeting in Campinas, Brazil. The company, known for discovering, designing, and out-licensing advanced microbial products aimed at reducing the ecological impacts of agriculture while ensuring crop productivity, presented new field testing results for its SOLVARIX bionematicide…
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Major grant for British bio-input company will boost African agriculture
British agri-biotech company Legume Technology is poised to transform African agriculture with a significant £2.15 million grant from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). The Nottinghamshire-based company, renowned for its two-decade expertise in microbial biofertilisers, will use this funding to develop cost-effective biofertiliser technology for…
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Bionema Launches Permeate® SP 50 for Enhanced Crop Protection and Fertilisation
Bionema Group Ltd., a distinguished leader in biocontrol technology and the recipient of the King Awards Enterprise in Innovation, proudly announces the launch of Permeate® SP 50. This groundbreaking polyether trisiloxane is designed to significantly enhance crop protection and fertilization by improving spreading, wetting, and uptake capabilities, setting a new benchmark in agricultural solutions. Enhanced…
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Micropep Raises $29M in Series B Funding and Unveils Krisalix, its Proprietary Discovery Platform
Micropep Technologies, a global leader in micropeptide technology, has raised $29 million in a Series B funding round led by Zebra Impact Ventures and BPI Green Tech Investment. Existing investors, including Fall Line Capital, FMC Ventures, Sofinnova Partners, Supernova Invest, and IRDI Capital Investissement, also participated, bringing Micropep’s total funding to over $51.8 million. This…
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Pesticides Registration Cancellations in 2023 in Brazil
Of the registrations canceled, notable ones include products based on carbendazim (22) and pyraclostrobin (15). Flavio Hirata, an agronomist from Esalq/USP and a specialist in pesticide registration, is a partner at the agribusiness consulting firm AllierBrasil. AllierBrasil is organizing the 15th Brasil AgrochemShow, which will take place on August 13th and 14th in São Paulo,…
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CHENGDU NEWSUN MAKES DEBUT AT 2024 CPEW-INTEGRATED BIO-INNOVATION SOLUTIONS INJECT NEW MOMENTUM INTO PLANT PROTECTION INDUSTRY
From July 18th to 19th, 2024, the CPEW (China Pesticide International Market Development Exchange Conference), one of China’s most influential forums in the agrochemical industry, took place in Hangzhou. Co-organized by the World Agrochemical Network and the Zhejiang Provincial Pesticide Industry Association, the event brought together nearly 600 representatives from over 230 global companies. Discussions…
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EBIC launches new manifesto at annual Summit
The European Biostimulants Industry Council has launched a bold new manifesto at its annual summit, calling on the European Commission for change. As we stand at the cusp of a new EU Parliamentary mandate and Commission Work Programme for 2024-2029, it is imperative that bold and transformative actions ensure the sustainability, resilience, and competitiveness of…
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Rovensa Next Biocontrol R&D: pioneering innovation in Palmela facility, Portugal
Rovensa Next Biocontrol R&D facilities are strategically located worldwide, driving innovation in agricultural biocontrol and adjuvants research. Recognizing growers’ concerns about efficacy, cost, knowledge, regulation, availability, environmental impact, and integration, we spotlight our Innovation Site in Palmela, Portugal. As an Excellence Center, it supports the industry in developing new biosolutions. Expanding Our Commitment to Agricultural…