Tag: Biostimulant
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AGCO to Exhibit Retrofit, Autonomous & Precision Ag Tech at Farm Progress Show
AGCO Corporation, a global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced that it will showcase its latest retrofit solutions, autonomous equipment, and precision agriculture technologies at the 2025 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, scheduled for August 26–28, 2025. The company will feature innovations across its well-known brands: Fendt®, Massey Ferguson®, and PTx™.…
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Farmer Trust in Peak Bodies Erodes Amid Governance Concerns
Farmer Trust in Peak Bodies Erodes Amid Governance Concerns In recent months, a growing tension has emerged between grassroots farmers and the peak bodies that claim to represent their interests. Once seen as the voice of agriculture, organizations like the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) in Australia are facing mounting criticism for being out of touch…
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CropLife America Announces New Director of Government Relations
July 18, ARLINGTON, VA – CropLife America (CLA) is pleased to welcome Dr. Venus Welch-White as its new Director of Government Relations. With more than a decade of experience in federal policy, including farm bills, access to capital, regulatory science, rural development, renewable energy, agriculture, and environmental policy, Welch-White brings a deep and diverse background…
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European certification for Cormin® SW, the Olmix biostimulant that boosts fertilizer efficiency
Mineral fertilizers have been a cornerstone of modern agriculture, significantly boosting productivity over the last century. By supplying essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, they’ve helped feed a rapidly growing global population. But the benefits of fertilizers come with trade-offs that we can no longer afford to ignore. According to a report by the…
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BASF and MARDI introduce new Clearfield® rice varieties MR CL3 and MR CL4 to advance sustainable farming in Malaysia
• Clearfield® Production System is a non-genetically modified (non-GM) crop technology developed by BASF that integrates specially bred herbicide-tolerant seeds with tailored TREK® herbicide and stewardship practices. • BASF solutions will support farmers to combat weedy rice challenges and support yields beyond seven tons per hectare. • New rice varieties align with Malaysia’s “Five Times…
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Harnessing the Power of Microbial Consortia in Sustainable Agriculture
Modern agriculture is undergoing a silent revolution—one driven not by machines or chemicals, but by microbes. In recent years, microbial consortia have emerged as powerful tools for improving soil fertility, enhancing crop resilience, and reducing the need for synthetic inputs. These consortia, composed of carefully selected strains of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms, represent a…
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IBMA’s Role in Regulatory Landscape: Conversation with Karel Bolckmans
Karel J.F. Bolckmans is a leading expert in biological control with over 30 years of experience in sustainable agriculture. He has held key roles at Biobest, Koppert Biological Systems and BioFirst Group, where he currently serves as chief strategy & transformation officer. As president of the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA), Bolckmans advocates for the…
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BioNexus: Cataloging Nature’s Code for Resilient Agriculture
WINNER’S PERSPECTIVE: CONVERSATION WITH DR. RENUKA DIWAN What does winning the Global BioAgTech Pioneering Innovation Award mean to BioPrime? Winning this award is an extraordinary honor. BioNexus was built from a bold idea: that India’s soil holds biological secrets capable of reshaping global agriculture. To see this work recognized at a global level affirms not…
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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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A CVC Success Story: ICL and Lavie Bio – Setting the Course for a Biologicals Power Hub
Written by Hadar Sutovsky, ICL VP Corporate Investments & GM of ICL Planet Startup Hub Executive Summary: In the face of mounting environmental challenges and the rising demand for resilient agricultural solutions, ICL Group launched its corporate venture capital (CVC) arm, ICL Planet Startup Hub, to drive transformational innovation & strategic growth. This case study…