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Plant Proteins: Green Boy Invests in Fudi Protein and RuBisCO Valorization

Green Boy Group, a global supplier of plant-based food ingredients, has made an early investment in Fudi Protein, an innovative Dutch startup that extracts RuBisCO protein from alfalfa using a localized processing model, allowing the by-products to be returned to local farmers. This protein positions itself as a viable alternative to animal and dairy proteins, meeting the growing demand for high-quality proteins.

Agricultural Robotics: Automated Harvester Uses AI in Greenhouses to Tackle Labor Shortage in Europe

Post-Harvest: AgroFresh Strengthens R&D in Asia to Reduce Fresh Fruit Waste

AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has recently opened a research and development center in Yangling, China, an agricultural innovation hub. This center focuses on post-harvest preservation technologies and digital tools to enhance the quality of fresh produce and minimize waste. By targeting key regional crops, including apples and kiwis, AgroFresh aims to provide tailored solutions for the Asia-Pacific markets.

Fermeate Raises $2 Million to Transform Industrial Fermentation with Optogenetics

Fermeate, an industrial biotechnology company, has announced the closing of a $2 million funding round to develop an optogenetic control platform. This innovative technology, which uses light to modulate gene expression in microbes, enhances yields by 60% to 300%.

A 3.2-hectare High-Tech Greenhouse in Almería Integrates Air Recirculation and CO₂ Recovery to Optimize Yields

The new 3.2-hectare greenhouse by J. Huete Greenhouses in Almería is designed to maximize production efficiency and climate control. An active air recirculation system eliminates pockets of humidity and promotes a homogeneous microclimate, enhancing photosynthetic efficiency.

AuX Labs Raises $4 Million to Commercialize Precision Fermentation Cheese

AuX Labs, a food technology company, has secured $4 million in funding to develop dairy proteins through precision fermentation, aiming to bridge the performance gap of dairy alternatives. This funding will accelerate production and expand partnerships with food service, targeting the global cheese market with products that can compete with traditional cheeses in texture and taste.

Container Farms and Food Security: How Schools Grow for Cafeterias and Food Banks

Container farms in schools are emerging as an innovative solution to enhance food security by providing fresh produce to cafeterias and supporting food banks. Programs like Epic Campus enable students to engage in the food cycle while addressing the challenges of food access in urban and rural areas.

Tecnomyl Launches Orano, an Innovative Fungicide for Soybeans and Corn

Tecnomyl took advantage of its presence at the 2026 Innovar Agropecuaria Fair to unveil Orano, a next-generation fungicide aimed at combating diseases in soybeans and corn. This product, which combines three active ingredients, is part of a strategy for integrated solutions in crop protection, including biological options and seeds.

Euroseeds Welcomes the Adoption of the Text on New Genomic Techniques by the EU Council

Euroseeds expressed its satisfaction following the adoption by the Council of the European Union of the compromise text on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). This decision marks a significant advancement in the legislative process, paving the way for greater innovation in plant breeding. Euroseeds looks forward to the final votes from the European Parliament, which are expected to conclude this crucial legislative procedure for competitiveness and food security in Europe.

China Set to Approve Laminarin as a Biopesticide

Laminarin, a polysaccharide derived from Laminaria japonica, is on the verge of being approved by the Institute for the Control of Agrochemical Products of the Ministry of Agriculture of China (ICAMA), marking a significant advancement in the use of biopesticides. This innovative product, submitted by Laboratoires Goëmar, activates the natural defense of plants against diseases such as Botrytis cinerea and Podosphaera xanthii, providing an ecological alternative to traditional fungicides.