European regulations mandating the use of 2% biofuels for aircraft at major airports starting in 2025 "open a huge market" for cover crops like camelina, sunflower, safflower, and Abyssinian mustard, says Louis-Marie Allard, an engineer at Terres Inovia. This could transform agricultural practices and promote the growth of cover crops in the agricultural sector.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Les carburants d’avion durables sont une opportunité pour le..." - 5 February 2026
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British start-up LettUs Grow has joined the QuBOOSTR consortium to develop a natural rubber production chain from dandelion in the UK. Supported with £2.4 million from a UK government agricultural innovation program, the project combines genomic editing and aeroponic systems to explore local alternatives to rubber trees, amid increasing supply chain vulnerabilities and climate pressures on industrial crops.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "LettUs Grow Joins QuBOOSTR Consortium to Pioneer UK Glasshou..." - 5 February 2026
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The FFPA has published the results of a survey revealing that 35% of farmers face technical barriers to the development of agrivoltaic projects. The obstacles include implementation and adaptation constraints, while 28% of respondents highlight issues of social acceptability. The survey underscores the importance of a trusting relationship between farmers and developers to overcome these challenges.
Source: Agro Matin, published under the title "Agrivoltaïsme : les freins techniques évoqués par 35 % des e..." - 2 February 2026
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UNITED STATES. Yield Energy has unveiled Yield Edge, an innovative system for managing decentralized energy resources specifically designed for the agricultural sector. This system allows farmers to participate in energy flexibility programs while maintaining their usual farming practices. With over 200 MW of managed agricultural load, Yield Edge promises to transform how farms interact with the power grid, providing revenue opportunities while supporting grid reliability.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Yield Energy Launches Agriculture-Focused DERMS to Unlock Gr..." - 20 January 2026
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California-based startup Akorn Technology was honored at the third edition of the UAE FoodTech Challenge for its edible coating designed to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. This $2 million award will enable the company to advance its technology aimed at reducing food waste, estimated at 13% between harvest and sale, and 19% at the consumption stage.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "California startup Akorn Technology wins UAE FoodTech Challe..." - 20 January 2026
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The flax fiber area in Europe has seen a significant increase of nearly 130% over the past decade, reaching over 200,000 hectares by 2025, with 176,000 hectares in France. This ongoing rise in cultivated areas has helped maintain market balance, ensuring profitable prices for producers. Bertrand Decock, president of Cipalin, highlights the positive impact of this trend on the flax interprofession, crucial for applications in bio-based materials and construction.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "« La sole de lin fibre a gagné près de 130 % en dix ans »" - 17 January 2026
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Biochar-based fertilizers, coated with corn starch and soy wax, represent a significant advancement for sustainable agriculture. By improving water retention and controlling nitrogen release, this dual-layer formulation reduces pollution while promoting crop growth.
Source: Springer, published under the title "Corn Starch/Soybean Wax Double Coated Biochar-based Controll..." - 15 January 2026
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The journal Environmental Science and Pollution Research (ESPR) publishes a study on the synergistic effect of co-gasification of rice husks and cashew shells in a fixed bed reactor, highlighting the benefits of this method for syngas production. Using mixtures at different ratios, the results show a significant improvement in energy yields and a reduction in waste, underscoring the potential of biomass as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.
Source: Springer, published under the title "Investigation of the synergistic effect of co-gasification o..." - 12 January 2026
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The National Agrivoltaics Observatory is finally online. This key tool for cataloging over 200 installations and monitoring the development of the energy sector will allow us to "examine the reality of successful projects," according to Jules Nyssen, president of the Renewable Energy Union.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "L'observatoire de l'agrivoltaïsme est enfin en ligne" - 26 November 2025
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