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In an exciting development for sustainable agriculture, Michigan State University (MSU) researcher Julianna Wilson, an assistant professor in the Department of Entomology, recently received a $325,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA). This grant funds an ambitious project aimed at controlling one of North America’s most invasive…

In a decisive move to strengthen global agribusiness, the World Bank Group has announced a strategic pivot aimed at creating a comprehensive ecosystem for the industry. This initiative is driven by four key trends reshaping the agribusiness landscape: climate change, innovations in finance, digitalization, and solutions to fragmentation. In response to the increasing demand for…

While carbon dioxide often dominates discussions on greenhouse gases, nitrous oxide (N2O) remains one of the most potent yet overlooked contributors to agricultural emissions. In fact, N2O ranks as the largest greenhouse gas emission source in agriculture and third-largest overall. Unlike CO2, curbing nitrous oxide emissions requires direct action at the farm level—a step that…

Pakistan’s progressive move towards sustainable agriculture was a focal point at the 19th Annual Biocontrol Industry Meeting (ABIM) 2024, held in Basel, Switzerland. This significant event, organized by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) and the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA), gathered over 2,000 delegates and 157 exhibitors from 67 countries. Industry leaders and…

In an exciting step forward for academic-industrial collaboration, Nagoya University is launching “Future Crop Lab,” a series of lectures focused on advancing bioagriculture through cutting-edge research and innovation. Hosted by Gra&Green, an agricultural biotech venture, in collaboration with the Graduate School of Bioagricultural Science, these lectures will explore breakthrough advancements in selective breeding, genetic engineering,…

In an exciting move towards a more sustainable future in agriculture, AgroSpheres, a biotechnology pioneer in crop health, has announced a strategic partnership with BASF, a global leader in agricultural solutions. This collaboration aims to bring to market a category-defining novel bioinsecticide, setting a new standard in sustainable crop protection. Paving the Way for Sustainable…

•EliSun-a® optimizes water use in sunflowers by limiting evapotranspiration and stimulating root growth, helping the plants better withstand drought conditions. •Results: EliSun-a® has shown an average yield increase of +3.2 quintals per hectare for sunflowers, while EliGrain-a® has demonstrated an average yield gain of +3.8 quintals per hectare when integrated with conventional fungicide programs. Sunflowers…

Dayana Barrantes, Technical Development Specialist in Seipasa LATAM, explains the strengths of the new biocontrol registration that Seipasa has just obtained in Colombia. 1. What risks does monalonion pose to avocado growers and what damage can it cause to the crop? In general, monalonion is a major pest that directly affects the crop and causes…

  The strategic acquisition strengthens Andermatt Group’s global presence in sustainable agriculture and enhances access to the South American market. Andermatt Group AG, a global leader in sustainable agricultural solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of an 80% majority shareholding in Agricheck Srl, a renowned biocontrol and agricultural technology provider based in Argentina. This…

At the Annual Biocontrol Industry Meeting (ABIM) 2024 in Basel, Certis Belchim and Certis Biologicals were awarded the prestigious Gold Bernard Blum Award for their innovative seed treatment bio-fungicide, Toltek®. Recognized as the most innovative biocontrol product of the year, Toltek® has been developed to protect cereal crops from the destructive Take-All disease in a…