Tag: News

  • Unveiling BioFirst Group Pioneering Sustainable Crop Production with Cutting-Edge Predatory Mite Facility

    Unveiling BioFirst Group Pioneering Sustainable Crop Production with Cutting-Edge Predatory Mite Facility

    In a momentous occasion, Biobest Group N.V. unveiled its cutting-edge predatory mite production facility, marking a significant step forward in sustainable crop production. The event, graced by the presence of esteemed guests including David Clarinval, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister for the Self-Employed, SMEs, Agriculture, Institutional Reforms, and Democratic Renewal, along with Jo Brouns, Flemish…

  • USDA Announces $1.5 Billion Investment in Climate-Smart Agriculture

    Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of a historic $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2024 to invest in partner-driven conservation and climate solutions through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting project proposals now through July 2,…

  • Vestaron and Simplot Grower Solutions forge strategic distribution partnership to deliver novel sustainable solutions for farmers.

    Vestaron Corporation, a leading innovator in sustainable crop protection solutions, and Simplot Grower Solutions, a North American Agricultural Retailer, have officially announced a distribution agreement poised to reshape the landscape of modern agriculture in the United States. This strategic collaboration combines Vestaron’s novel insecticides and Simplot Grower Solutions’ extensive network and agronomic expertise to deliver…

  • TOLTEK: Groundbreaking Bio-Fungicide for Cereals Seed Treatment

    Certis Biologicals and Certis Belchim are thrilled to announce the launch of their groundbreaking bio-fungicide formulation, TOLTEK, for seed treatment in cereals. TOLTEK is the first bio-fungicide registered in Europe specifically targeting Take-All disease in cereals and will be distributed by Certis Belchim. This achievement is the result of a five-year co-development project between Certis…

  • Groundbreaking of BASF’s New Fermentation Plant for Biological Crop Protection Products

    BASF has initiated construction on a new fermentation facility in Ludwigshafen for the production of biological and biotechnology-driven crop protection solutions. Scheduled for completion in the latter part of 2025, the plant will focus on manufacturing biological fungicides and seed treatment products. Additionally, BASF aims to produce the primary component of Inscalis®, an innovative insecticide…

  • Economic Evaluation of Biological Products in Coinoculation for Bean Production

    An economic assessment conducted by Embrapa Arroz e Feijão investigated the utilization of biological products through coinoculation to replace nitrogen fertilizers in bean cultivation across Goiás and Minas Gerais states. The study demonstrated return rates on investment ranging from 190% to 214% for commercial crops and 113% for family farming. Comparatively, the total production costs…

  • Breakthrough: Vestaron’s BASIN Insecticide Now Registered in Mexico and the US

    Vestaron Corporation, a leading provider of eco-friendly agricultural crop protection solutions, is pleased to announce that the active ingredient of BASIN insecticide has been granted registration by COFEPRIS (Federal Commission for Protection against Sanitary Risk) in Mexico. This notable accomplishment follows closely on the heels of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) granting unconditional…

  • Biotalys and Novonesis Revolutionize Crop Protection with EVOCA NG Collaboration

    Ghent, BELGIUM – Biotalys (Euronext – BTLS) and Novonesis have joined forces to introduce a game-changing solution to the world of agriculture. Through their collaborative efforts, they unveil EVOCA NG, a revolutionary biofungicide set to transform crop protection practices globally. This landmark partnership between Biotalys, a pioneer in protein-based biocontrol solutions, and Novonesis, a renowned…

  • Certis Biologicals and SDS Biotech K.K. Join Forces to Accelerate Biological Crop Protection Solutions

    Certis Biologicals and SDS Biotech K.K. have recently formed a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing the agriculture sector by expediting the development and deployment of biological crop protection products. Leveraging SDS Biotech’s expertise in research, development, and production alongside Certis Biologicals’ proficiency in commercialization, the collaboration seeks to address the pressing challenges faced by growers…

  • DPH Biologicals Redefines Agricultural Innovation with BioAgonomics™ Approach

    DPH Biologicals, based in Houston, Texas, announced at the 2024 Commodity Classic agricultural trade show its commitment to advancing the understanding of the value of biologicals in agriculture. Mick Messman, President and CEO, emphasized their science-driven approach and unveiled plans for a multi-year initiative to quantify the comprehensive benefits of biological solutions. They aim to…