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SOLASTA Bio is thrilled to announce significant progress in its mission to transform the crop protection industry with its innovative peptide solutions. The company has secured Series A funding, an essential milestone in its journey to address the pressing challenges of traditional insect control agents. Joy Faucher, Partner at Forbion’s BioEconomy Fund, highlighted the significance…

Vivagro is excited to announce the appointment of Joan Vila as the new Area Manager for Southern Europe. Joan Vila brings a wealth of experience to this role, with a robust background in the agricultural sector that includes expertise in plant protection, nutrition, and biostimulant solutions. His previous position as Technical Manager at Manica Cobre…

  Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: BIOX), a global leader in sustainable agricultural technology, has once again proven its capability to drive growth, even in a challenging economic environment for agriculture. The company recently announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2024, revealing record-high revenues and adjusted EBITDA while continuing…

  Bionema Group, a leader in biocontrol technology and recipient of the King’s Award for Innovation in 2024, proudly announces the appointment of Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors. With a distinguished background in entrepreneurship, innovation, and commercialization, Professor Jones-Evans is set to drive Bionema’s mission to deliver…

  Certis Biologicals, a global leader in bio-based agricultural solutions and a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd., has announced the appointment of Eda Reinot as its new President. Reinot will transition into the role of Chief Executive Officer in the near future, marking a significant step in the company’s evolution. Eda Reinot…

The smart agriculture industry is experiencing significant growth, projected to expand from USD 16.2 billion in 2023 to USD 25.4 billion by 2028, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. This growth is driven by the increasing adoption of modern technologies, such as IoT, ROVs, and AI, which are revolutionizing farming practices, including…

  Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira (CTC), the leading Brazilian sugarcane company, and PlantArcBio (TASE: PLNT), an Israeli Ag-biotech company specializing in gene discovery and biological components, have announced a global research and development collaboration to discover new molecules and leverage innovative technology for the biological control of sugarcane pests. The partnership aims to combine PlantArcBio’s…

  Syngenta Biologicals and Provivi have announced a strategic collaboration to develop and commercialize pheromone-based biological solutions aimed at effectively and safely controlling major pests in rice and corn. These crops are vital food sources for around 3.5 billion people globally. The partnership will target two of the most destructive pests in agriculture: the Yellow…

Barbados has set a global precedent by becoming the first nation to launch a national AI Agronomic Advisor, aimed at revolutionizing its agricultural sector. In collaboration with global agtech leader AGRIVI, the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation (BADMC) introduced this innovative AI-driven platform to provide 24/7 virtual agronomic support via WhatsApp. This groundbreaking initiative…

Suterra, the global leader in sustainable pheromone pest control, has announced that its CheckMate® Puffer® OFM-O is now officially listed with the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic agricultural production. This certification further enhances the Puffer® OFM-O’s reputation, making it easier for organic growers to comply with certification standards on their harvested…