Tag: Biostimulants

  • Biobest’s upgraded Side Effects app safeguards beneficials & strengthens IPM programmes 

    Biobest has announced a major upgrade to its Side Effects app, reaffirming its commitment to support growers, crop advisors, and IPM specialists with advanced digital tools for sustainable crop protection. Originally developed as a decision-support platform, the app provides instant access to Biobest’s comprehensive and continually updated database of chemical pesticide side effects on beneficial…

  • Syngenta and M.S. Technologies, L.L.C. announce the next generation in soybean herbicide tolerance

    Syngenta and M.S. Technologies, L.L.C. announced plans to introduce a new herbicide-tolerant soybean trait stack designed to give growers substantially more flexibility and resilience in weed control programs. Broad commercial availability is targeted later this decade, pending all regulatory approvals. What’s in the stack: Built on the proven Enlist E3® soybean event, the trait stack…

  • BASF and Yara End Joint Project on Low-Carbon Ammonia at U.S. Gulf Coast

    BASF and Yara End Joint Project on Low-Carbon Ammonia at U.S. Gulf Coast In a significant move that has caught the attention of the global agrochemical and clean energy sectors, BASF and Yara have announced the termination of their joint project to produce low-carbon ammonia at the U.S. Gulf Coast. The initiative, once hailed as…

  • Tidal Grow® Spectra™ Gains Approval for Use on California Crops

    Tidal Grow AgriScience, a division of Tidal Vision Products Inc., announced that its bio-based product Tidal Grow® Spectra™ is now approved for use on California crops. Scope of Use The approval enables use in key specialty crop segments including tree nuts, citrus, and grapes, aligning with integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Product Profile Spectra™ is…

  • Goanna Ag has acquired all assets of the US-based irrigation management solution provider, GroGuru.

    Goanna Ag, a leading provider of water management and digital agriculture solutions, has announced the acquisition of GroGuru, a US-based irrigation management technology company. The move marks a significant step in Goanna Ag’s mission to strengthen its global presence and deliver advanced, data-driven irrigation solutions to growers worldwide. Strengthening Irrigation Solutions Through this acquisition, Goanna…

  • CHICO Introduces ARPHA GOLD® Bio-Stimulant to Boost Root Health and Crop Productivity

    August 2025 – CHICO Crop Science Co., Ltd. has officially introduced ARPHA GOLD®, a next-generation bio-stimulant designed to enhance root growth, soil health, and nutrient absorption efficiency across a wide range of crops. The product is built around bio-arbuscular mycorrhiza fungal (AMF) technology, delivering powerful benefits for farmers seeking sustainable alternatives to conventional inputs. With…

  • Origin Agritech Commences Full-Scale Seed Processing Operations at Xinjiang Production Base

    Origin Agritech Commences Full-Scale Seed Processing at Xinjiang Production Base August 25, 2025 – Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED), a leading agricultural technology company in China, has announced the launch of full-scale seed processing operations at its Xinjiang production and processing base. The move marks a major step in Origin’s long-term strategy to modernize China’s…

  • FBN Expands AI-Powered Agritech Platform With $50 Million Boost

    The global agriculture sector is undergoing rapid digital transformation, and Farmers Business Network (FBN) is accelerating that shift with an expansion of its AI-powered agritech platform backed by $50 million in new funding. The move underscores a continued focus on innovation, access, and farmer empowerment. Scaling technology for farmers at every level Evolving from a…

  • USDA ends programs for solar, wind projects on farms

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it will no longer support solar and wind projects on productive farmland. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins disclosed the decision in a post on X, framing it as a move to protect prime soils and farm viability. Key changes Program stance: USDA to halt support for wind and solar installations…

  • The Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025: A Defining Moment for U.S. Agriculture

    The Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025: A Defining Moment for U.S. Agriculture Plant biostimulants are fast becoming a cornerstone of modern agriculture—boosting nutrient efficiency, strengthening soil health, and improving crop resilience in the face of climate stress. Yet, despite their global rise, the United States has lacked a clear regulatory definition. This gap has created…