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Syngenta Crop Protection, a leader in agricultural innovation, and Ginkgo Bioworks which is building the leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity, today announced a new cooperation to accelerate the launch of a new biological solution. The two companies have previously collaborated on next-generation seed technology. Through this new collaboration, Ginkgo plans to develop and…

  NABARD has launched the Agri-SURE fund through its subsidiary Nabventures, starting with a substantial corpus of ₹750 crore. This initiative, bolstered by ₹250 crore contributions each from NABARD and the Ministry of Agriculture, along with an additional ₹250 crore from other institutions, aims to foster innovation and sustainable growth in the agricultural sector. The…

Andermatt Group AG is pleased to announce the acquisition of BioTEPP Inc., a renowned Canadian company recognized for its biological pest control product, VirosoftTM CP4. The acquisition of BioTEPP Inc. by the Andermatt Group underlines Andermatt’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, expanding its comprehensive biological product offerings to growers worldwide. A Shared Vision for Innovation and…

Biolevel Ltd., a global leader in biological nutrition, is revolutionizing the agricultural sector with the launch of GramaxNP™. This innovative liquid microbial seed coating technology, designed specifically for wheat and barley crops, promises to enhance yields and profitability for farmers while simplifying their workflow. GramaxNP™ stands out for its ready-to-use formulation, eliminating the need for…

Rovensa Next, a pioneering force in sustainable agricultural solutions, proudly introduces Wiibio, a groundbreaking biofertiliser designed to rejuvenate soil health and bolster crop vitality. Developed under the biosolutions arm of Rovensa Group, Wiibio harnesses the power of Bacillus subtilis F1—a carefully selected bacterial strain with proven biostimulant properties—to enhance natural plant growth cycles and promote…

  Kallee Buchanan, a distinguished senior rural reporter for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, has been appointed as the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s second Visiting Global Agricultural Journalist. Renowned for her role in presenting the Queensland Country Hour, Australia’s longest-running radio program, Buchanan also produces a podcast aimed at bridging the rural-urban divide. Her upcoming visit,…

Hello Nature proudly announces the registration of Iron Biochelate™ under the REACH regulation in Europe, marking a milestone in sustainable agriculture. Developed using BIOCHELATION™ technology, this 100% natural and biodegradable solution offers a greener alternative to traditional synthetic chelates. Iron Biochelate™ is free from microplastics and heavy metal contamination, and its vegetal peptides provide both…

MustGrow Biologics Corp. is pleased to accept membership into the Global Alliance Against TR4 (https://iica.int/en/global-alliance), an international consortium of world-leading banana players committed to defeating Fusarium wilt TR4 (“TR4”), a fungal disease jeopardising the future of bananas.  MustGrow is collaborating to bring its uniquely effective technologies to help address this global issue, joining international banana leaders,…

On July 2, 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Chengdu Newsun Crop Science Co., Ltd. held an online discussion about leveraging biotechnology and standardized management to restore agricultural ecosystems, address the global food crisis, and promote the transformation and upgrade of the global food system. Participants included key figures…

In an ambitious move to redefine sustainable agriculture, Syngenta Biologicals has partnered with Silicon Valley’s biotech innovator, Intrinsyx Bio, to unveil a revolutionary biological solution for enhancing crop nutrient use efficiency. This collaboration opens the door for farmers worldwide to access Intrinsyx Bio’s groundbreaking endophyte formulations—tiny but mighty microorganisms that colonize plant tissues to naturally…