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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…

Lavie Bio Ltd., a prominent agricultural biotechnology company specializing in microbiome-based bio-stimulants and bio-pesticides, and a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd., has announced the successful acquisition of the second installment of the advance payment amounting to $2.5 million from Corteva. This achievement follows the fulfillment of the conditions outlined in the licensing agreement signed in July…

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…

AgPlenus Ltd., a subsidiary of Evogene Ltd., has forged a strategic collaboration with Bayer AG to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in the development of a groundbreaking, sustainable herbicide with a broad-spectrum mode of action (MoA), specifically targeting the APTH1 protein. This innovative partnership seeks to tackle pressing challenges faced by farmers, including…

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 Mosaic Company reported a net income of $1.2 billion and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.50 for the full year 2023. Adjusted EBITDA(1) for the year was $2.8 billion and adjusted diluted EPS(1) was $3.57. The company reported a fourth-quarter net income of $365 million and diluted EPS of $1.11. Adjusted EBITDA(1) totaled…

Futureco Bioscience, a leading Spanish company specializing in biotechnological products for sustainable agriculture, has further solidified its footprint in Latin America with the establishment of a subsidiary in Costa Rica. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to global growth and expansion, following recent successes in Mexico and Peru. With Costa Rica’s conducive climate for…