The German seed company KWS partners with Berlin-based startup vly to develop a specifically selected organic pea aimed at enhancing the taste, texture, and nutritional value of plant-based dairy alternatives. Derived from advanced selection methods, this pea is part of the formulation for the new 'vly Bio High Protein', a product rich in protein and free from added sugars. Meanwhile, vly launches the 'vly Bio Barista', designed for hot beverages, confirming its commitment to meet the growing demand for both effective and healthy plant-based solutions.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "KWS and vly jointly develop taste optimized organic pea for ..." - 11 February 2026
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The Bioethanol Collective anticipates a significant improvement in French production due to expected regulatory changes in 2026. Currently, production meets only 60% of the growing demand, but the new regulations set for 2025 could provide development opportunities for the sector, as highlighted by Sylvain Demoures during the annual press conference.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "« La demande en bioéthanol est là pour durer »" - 9 February 2026
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A new guide on the production, preparation, and export of organic plant products to the European Union provides a comprehensive and simplified summary of the legal requirements for operators and groups of operators in non-EU countries. This document, developed in collaboration with the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FIBL), aims to facilitate understanding of the new rules and certification requirements, focusing on organic products to reduce complexity.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "New guidance on EU Organic Regulation for non-EU operators a..." - 9 February 2026
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FRANCE. On February 2, 2026, the collective mechanization tax credit will come into effect, an unprecedented fiscal measure that supports the pooling of agricultural equipment among farmers through Cuma. This initiative, praised by the Cuma Network and parliamentarians, aims to enhance the competitiveness of farms in the face of rising mechanization costs. With a rate of 7.5% and eligibility caps, this measure could transform agricultural practices in France, promoting a more responsible and cooperative approach.
Publié par CUMA FRANCE, Source: Pleinchamp, published under the title "Révolution fiscale pour l'agriculture : le partage de matéri..." - 6 February 2026
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Initial estimates for the 2025-2026 campaign indicate a significant drop of 11.4% in nitrogen fertilizer deliveries, contrasting with a 10.7% increase observed for potash fertilizers during the previous campaign. This downward trend could impact agricultural yields and raises concerns about the sustainability of farming practices in light of fertilizer resource variability.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Baisse des livraisons d’engrais azotés en début de campagne ..." - 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 ÂŁ2.4 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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While the European Union maintains its position as a leader in agricultural exports, France struggles to keep pace. Lawmakers and the government are questioning what measures to take to reverse this trend and revive production dynamics, which are essential for the country's competitiveness in the European market.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Production et export : dans une Europe agricole qui accélère..." - 4 February 2026
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According to projections from the European Commission, European demand for rapeseed intended for biofuels could decline by 4.5% by 2035, undermining the economic balance of the sector. In contrast, sunflower would benefit from more stable demand, primarily driven by food uses, outlining contrasting prospects for these two major oilseed crops.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Prévisions 2035 : les filières européennes de colza et de to..." - 27 January 2026
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On December 16, 2025, the European Commission proposed amending Directive 2001/18 to facilitate the marketing of genetically modified microorganisms. This initiative aims to reduce regulatory requirements, particularly regarding traceability and environmental monitoring, and is part of a broader context of deregulation of GMOs, following plants and in anticipation of potential deregulation of animals in 2026. Inf’OGM is preparing to analyze the implications of this controversial proposal.
Source: Info Ogm, published under the title "La déréglementation des micro-organismes OGM est en cours" - 20 January 2026
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AHyTEC and KIIO, two startup projects from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), have just joined the Startup Launchpad with a prize of 30,000 francs each, confirming the potential of their solutions for the industry, applicable to agriculture. One transforms waste heat into electricity, while the other revolutionizes process monitoring to anticipate failures and improve reliability.
Source: Epfl, published under the title "AHyTEC and KIIO selected for Ignition grants to transform in..." - 20 January 2026
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