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WestMET Group Acquires Black Earth to Strengthen Position in Humic Products Industry WestMET Group is excited to announce the acquisition of Black Earth, a leading Calgary-based manufacturer of humic products, effective December 6, 2024. This strategic move underscores WestMET’s commitment to leading the biostimulant industry with high-quality, economical solutions powered by its world-class humalite reserve…

Salam Kisan and IIT Ropar Collaborate to Advance Agritech Innovation Salam Kisan, a leading agritech platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar to advance agritech innovation through the use of cutting-edge technologies. The partnership was announced at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit 2024 in Dubai. The…

Virgin Islands Government Unveils Major Agricultural Initiatives for 2025 Farmers in the Virgin Islands can look forward to a year of growth and support as the government rolls out a comprehensive plan to strengthen the agriculture and fisheries sectors. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently announced a series of initiatives during the budget debate, emphasizing the…

Agrobiomics, a Nordic BioAg company pioneering resilient agriculture, has been awarded a generous grant of EUR 1.5 million from the Green Development and Demonstration Programme (GUDP). The funding will support the BIORESCUE project, aimed at developing and validation a biostimulant to enhance cereal crop resilience against climate stressors, particularly drought, through the validation of Agrobiomics…

MustGrow Biologics Corp. is pleased to announce the execution and closing of an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) with Univar Solutions Canada Ltd. for the acquisition of certain assets that represent NexusBioAg. The agreement, dated December 31, 2024, marks a strategic move to strengthen MustGrow’s position as a leading provider of biological and regenerative agriculture solutions.…

The U.S. synthetic crop protection market is facing a pivotal moment, with a convergence of factors reshaping the industry. Stricter regulations, increasingly knowledgeable growers, and mounting competition from generic products are creating an environment where adaptability and innovation are key. To remain competitive, companies must rethink their strategies and invest in building meaningful relationships with…

Strengthening its leadership in sustainable agriculture, Andermatt Nederland B.V. has announced the acquisition of the beneficial insect business of Entocare C.V., effective January 1, 2025. This strategic move not only expands Andermatt’s product portfolio but also bolsters its mission to deliver innovative and environmentally friendly solutions for biological plant protection. Simon Fleischli, CEO of Andermatt Nederland,…

CABI, in collaboration with the Koppert Foundation, recently hosted a significant visit from the Ambassador of Burundi in The Hague, H.E. Madame Isabelle Ndahayo. The visit aimed to strengthen sustainable agricultural practices, improve smallholder farmer livelihoods, and enhance food security in Burundi. Dr. Janny Vos, CABI’s Partnerships Development Director, played a key role in organizing…

Sound Agriculture, a leading agtech company, has announced the spinout of its groundbreaking plant epigenetics platform, alongside a $25 million extension of its Series D funding round. The financing, co-led by BMO Impact Investment Fund and S2G Ventures, with participation from Leaps by Bayer, Syngenta Ventures, and Fall Line Capital, will bolster Sound’s path to…

Starting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) at the propagation stage is a growing trend among progressive growers. *Armenia’s leading greenhouse vegetable producer, Spayka*, has successfully implemented a comprehensive IPM program in its on-site plant propagation unit. This approach has proven to be highly effective in managing pest pressure. By introducing beneficial insects at the propagation stage,…