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American Vanguard® Corporation today announced that its crop business unit, AMVAC®, entered into a regional distribution agreement with DPH Biologicals®, a leading developer and supplier of agricultural biologicals. The agreement significantly expands American Vanguard’s GreenSolutions portfolio and increases availability of biological products throughout the U.S. while also expanding DPH Bio’s footprint into specialty crop markets.…

PH Biologicals®, a leading developer and supplier of agricultural biologicals, and Aginnovation, a trailblazer in seed enhancement technology, have formed a strategic partnership to deliver advanced biological seed treatment products to growers across North America for the vegetable and specialty market. This alliance underscores both companies’ commitment to innovation and grower success. Key Highlights: Exclusive…

The EU President’s political guidelines highlight the need to “make business easier and deepen our Single Market to help innovative companies grow” while Draghi states that “innovative companies that want to scale up in Europe are hindered at every stage by inconsistent and restrictive regulations.” Globally, biocontrol is the most rapidly growing segment of the…

` GramaxNP, a biological liquid seed coating for small grains, has received registration from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Developed by soil bionutritionist Biolevel, GramaxNP is a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance wheat production in Canada, where 10.8 million of the country’s 31.5 million seed hectares are dedicated to grain cultivation. The product offers…

UPL Corp., a leader in sustainable agricultural solutions, has announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration of its groundbreaking ATROFORCE bionematicide. This innovative seed treatment is designed to protect cotton yield potential by targeting a wide range of damaging nematodes. Revolutionizing Cotton Protection with Trichoderma atroviride ATROFORCE seed treatment harnesses the power of a…

Bayer and UK-based Ecospray have entered into an exclusive distribution agreement to market a biological liquid nematicide sourced from garlic. The innovative product, named Velsinum, is targeted at vegetable and potato crops and will be marketed across the European Union. Nematodes pose a significant threat to global agriculture, causing damages worth over 75 billion euros…

An Environmentally Friendly Solution for Papaya Farmers in Kenya The Kenya Standing Technical Committee on Imports and Exports (KSTCIE) has approved the widespread release of the biological control agent Acerophagus papayae to combat the devastating papaya mealybug (Paracoccus marginatus) threatening smallholder farmers’ livelihoods and food security. The approval follows gradual releases in several counties, including…

CABI Cases: Enhancing Education with Real-Life Case Studies CABI Cases is a growing collection of practical, educational case studies that serve as valuable educational tools, supporting study, research, and practice. Both Global Health Cases and Soil Science Cases provide real, educational examples of research in practice, showcasing the impact of well-defined studies, intelligent observations, and…

Veganic has made an extraordinary impact in the agricultural biosolutions sector within just a year of its inception. Established in March 2024, the company has rapidly emerged as a key player, surpassing growth expectations and setting new benchmarks in the industry. With an impressive revenue of €3.7 million in just nine months—far exceeding its initial…

Patna-based agritech platform DeHaat has announced the acquisition of AgriCentral, an Olam Agri-owned farm advisory platform that serves over 10 million smallholder farmers. The acquisition, executed through an all-cash business transfer agreement (BTA), aims to strengthen DeHaat’s position as India’s largest full-stack agritech platform. This strategic move will significantly enhance DeHaat’s digital capabilities and expand…