Category: News
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CropLife Brasil Champions Pesticide Reform at Senagri 2025
At the 2025 edition of Senagri, one of Brazil’s premier national forums for agricultural regulation and sustainability, CropLife Brasil took center stage in advocating for modern, science-based pesticide legislation and responsible stewardship initiatives. Modern Legislation to Support Innovation CropLife Brasil highlighted the significant progress made under Federal Law 14.785/2023, a transformative piece of legislation that…
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Acadian Seaplants Limited™ Reaffirms Commitment to UN Global Compact with 2025 Communication on Progress
Acadian Seaplants Submits 2025 Communication on Progress to UN Global Compact Acadian Seaplants Limited is proud to announce the submission of its 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP), reaffirming its ongoing commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UN Global Compact). This annual report outlines the company’s progress in aligning its strategies and operations with the…
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AgroSpheres and Wilbur-Ellis Announce Launch of FUN-THYME™: A Broad-Spectrum Biofungicide Powered by AgriCell® Technology
AgroSpheres Launches FUN-THYME™: A Broad-Spectrum Biofungicide Powered by AgriCell® Technology June 24, 2025 – AgroSpheres, a leading biotechnology company in the field of sustainable crop protection, has officially announced the launch of FUN-THYME™, a broad-spectrum biofungicide developed using its proprietary AgriCell® encapsulation technology. The product is designed to deliver effective control of key fungal pathogens…
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EU Invests €4.9 Million in Bio-Based Pest Control to Revolutionize Food Crop Protection
In a major step toward sustainable agriculture, the European Union, through its Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU), has awarded €4.9 million in funding to the CROPSAFE project—an ambitious initiative led by Norwegian biotech company Borregaard. Why CROPSAFE Matters Every year, nearly 40% of global food crops are lost to pests and diseases, undermining…
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Wilbur-Ellis®, Talam Biotech to collaborate on US food crop solution for heavy metals
Wilbur-Ellis and Talam Biotech have announced a strategic U.S. market development agreement to tackle one of the food industry’s most pressing concerns — heavy metal contamination in crops. By leveraging Talam’s innovative microbial technology, which reduces the uptake of toxic elements like arsenic and lead in plants, the partnership aims to bring a nature-based solution…
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Bioceres Crop Solutions Reshuffles Board to Align with Growth Strategy
In a strategic move to strengthen its governance and financial leadership, Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: BIOX), a leading developer of sustainable agriculture technologies, has announced significant changes to its Board of Directors. The reshuffle is aimed at aligning the board’s expertise with the company’s evolving growth strategy, global expansion, and capital structuring goals. New…
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RESIL® Certified for Expanded Biostimulant Efficacy Claims in the EU
One of the first biostimulants to be officially recognized as a non-microbial plant biostimulant (PFC 6.B) under the new European Union Fertilising Products Regulation (FPR), this groundbreaking product has now achieved an expanded certification, reinforcing its leadership in the biostimulants category. Initially certified in 2023, the product marked a pivotal shift in regulatory compliance, setting…
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FMC Secures Registration for Dodhylex® Active in Key Asia Pacific Market
FMC Corporation has announced a major regulatory milestone with the approval of its innovative herbicide active ingredient, Dodhylex®, in South Korea. This marks a strategic advancement in FMC’s Asia Pacific growth roadmap, offering rice growers a new solution for modern weed control. Dodhylex® is the first herbicide active in HRAC Group 28 to be introduced…
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Sumitomo Corporation Commits R$140 Million to Build Advanced Soybean Seed Facility in Brazil
Patos de Minas, Minas Gerais — Sumitomo Corporation, one of Japan’s largest global trading and investment companies, has announced a major investment of R$140 million to establish a high-capacity soybean seed storage and processing facility in the strategic agricultural hub of Patos de Minas, located in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. This initiative is…
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A Leap Forward in BioAg Innovation: Bayer and Kimitec Unveil Ambition Gen2 Products
In a world where agriculture is under pressure to produce more with fewer resources, the demand for innovative, sustainable, and scientifically robust solutions has never been greater. Farmers are increasingly looking for inputs that go beyond traditional fertilization. They want products that activate plant systems, improve resilience, and drive performance in the face of climate…