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  Embark on a journey of discovery with LINNA®, where we’re reshaping the landscape of agri-food research for a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow! In just two short years, LINNA® has unearthed a staggering 146,000 novel natural bioactive compounds, surpassing a third of all previously known compounds (which stood at 440,000). This breakthrough is not just…

In a powerful testament to their dedication to social responsibility, Kimitec and MAAVi Innovation Center joined forces to establish the MAAVi Foundation in Roquetas de Mar (Almería) back in 2019. This foundation, nestled in Europe’s largest biotechnology hub focused on natural compounds, embodies the shared ethos of sustainability that drives both agriculture and industry, extending…

Celebrating the one-year milestone since the successful acquisition of Stoller and Symborg, Corteva Agriscience proudly unveils Corteva Biologicals, an innovative portfolio of solutions designed to empower farmers in navigating dynamic market landscapes and evolving agricultural challenges. Through these strategic acquisitions, Corteva has solidified its position as a global leader in the biologicals sector, demonstrating its…

AgPlenus Ltd, a renowned global leader in pioneering sustainable crop protection products and a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd. (Nasdaq: EVGN) (TASE: EVGN), is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Dan Jacob Gelvan as its latest Chief Executive Officer, effective February 19, 2024. Dr. Gelvan brings over thirty years of extensive expertise in leading science…

Operational Highlights: In 2023, Biotalys demonstrated its commitment to innovation within the biocontrol sector, achieving significant milestones and enhancing internal operations to drive progress in its technology platform and product pipeline. Throughout the year, the company made substantial strides towards the development of its second-generation technology platform, marking a notable advancement in its capabilities. Concurrently,…

FAO Director-General, QU Dongyu, emphasized the critical importance of peace, acknowledgment of the right to food, and the need for reform within multilateral institutions during the G20 Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting held in Brazil over two days. Addressing the first session, focused on the G20’s role in managing conflicts and international tensions, Qu stressed FAO’s…

The recent approval of a model bill by organizations like the Association of American Plant Food Control Officials (AAPFCO), National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), and The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) marks a major achievement in bringing consistency to the burgeoning plant biostimulant sector. This bill, unanimously passed by AAPFCO, aims to establish a…

The Horizon Europe project SAGROPIA has successfully launched, marking the beginning of a promising five-year collaborative approach to research and innovation in sustainable crop protection. With a budget of €6 million, SAGROPIA, that counts with Rovensa Next in its consortium of 10 partners, aims to reduce chemical pesticide use by 50% in potato and sugar…

DEFRA’s Farming Innovation Programme has awarded Eagle Genomics, leveraging science from Rothamsted Research and CABI, a £391k award to explore the vital role of soil microbiomes by analysing data signatures between different agricultural practices and linking these to develop a soil health barometer. The award – to be delivered in partnership with Innovate UK’s Transforming…