Tag: Technology
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BioFirst Appoints Bart Sosef as President of Plant Products Division to Strengthen Global Sustainability Leadership
BioFirst Group, a global leader in sustainable horticulture and agriculture crop management solutions, has announced the appointment of Bart Sosef as the new President of its Plant Products Division. This strategic appointment signifies BioFirst’s deepening commitment to delivering innovative, effective, and environmentally conscious solutions across global farming systems. Bart Sosef will also become a member…
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Jiuyi Co., Ltd. Launches Four Innovative Prothioconazole Formulations, Strengthening Global Crop Protection Capabilities
June 2025 marked a strategic leap forward for Jiuyi Co., Ltd., a China-based agrochemical manufacturer, as it unveiled four advanced formulations of prothioconazole—a leading fungicide used for disease management in high-value crops. This expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to global food security, cutting-edge agricultural chemistry, and high-efficiency plant protection products. Prothioconazole: The New Generation of…
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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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Orthosulfamuron: Accelerating Ripening, Enhancing Sugarcane Yield – A Scientific Breakthrough in Plant Growth Regulation
Sugarcane is not just a staple industrial crop for sugar and ethanol production—it is a cornerstone of agricultural economies in tropical and subtropical regions. In countries like Brazil, India, and Thailand, improving cane yield and sugar recovery without expanding land use has become a central goal. A recent research study from Brazil has brought to…
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Groundbreaking Discovery Uncovers How Plants Can Be Genetically Tuned to Fight Disease from Within
In a major scientific leap forward, researchers have decoded a vital internal mechanism that could allow plants to naturally strengthen their immune systems. This advancement centers on a protein enzyme called metacaspase 9 (MC9), a molecular switch that controls how plants respond to infection, injury, and other stressors. For decades, scientists have known that plants…
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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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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…
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André Dias Appointed Global Chief Commercial Officer at Kynetec
Kynetec is pleased to announce the appointment of André Dias as Global Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Agriculture. This strategic move underscores Kynetec’s commitment to accelerating its commercial transformation while continuing to provide high-quality agricultural data and insights across the value chain. André joined Kynetec in 2022 as Executive Director for Latin America, following the acquisition…
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Natutec Airobreez – The Next Gen Blower Gun Transforming Biological Pest Control
As agriculture shifts toward more sustainable and eco-friendly practices, biological pest control is gaining significant traction. However, the success of Biological Control Agents (BCAs) such as predatory insects, mites, and parasitoids depends not only on the quality of the organisms but also on how they are applied in the field. Koppert’s Natutec Airobreez is a…