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EFSA Gives Positive Opinion on BASF's Genetically Modified Mustard

2026 Yields: Several Summer Crops at Historically Low Levels

Heatwaves: Alsace bets on legumes and builds its plant protein sector

Legumes in Alsace: A Response to Climate Challenges

In response to the challenges posed by heatwaves and droughts, a group of Alsatian farmers is turning to legumes such as chickpeas and lentils. These crops, which require less water and pesticides, represent a promising alternative for sustainable agriculture. The initiative, led by farmers like Cédric Steinlé, is beginning to gain traction in the region, highlighting the importance of adapting agricultural practices to new climatic realities.

European Pesticide Market: Differentiation Becomes Essential

Patents on GMOs/NTGs Present Issues the EU May Refuse to Address

"Irrigation Reserves Are the Equivalent of Crop Insurance"

Limagrain and Qi Biodesign: Global Agreement for Crop Genome Editing

Limagrain strengthens its genome editing capabilities by signing a global licensing agreement with Chinese biotech Qi Biodesign. This partnership provides the French seed company access to new technologies for major crops and vegetables, as the evolving European regulatory framework on new genomic techniques (NGT) could accelerate their deployment.

Nufarm renforce son portefeuille de biosolutions avec une technologie biofongicide

Nufarm, en acquérant une technologie biofongicide issue de pépins de raisin auprès de Cerience, accélère le développement de son portefeuille de solutions biologiques. Déjà approuvée dans l'Union européenne, cette innovation sera d'abord lancée sur le marché viticole français, ciblant des maladies fongiques comme le mildiou, avant un déploiement plus large en Europe. Cette opération illustre la volonté de Nufarm de raccourcir le délai d'accès au marché pour ses nouvelles solutions tout en intégrant cette technologie dans des programmes de protection intégrée.

New Research Program on Biostimulants and Nitrogen Efficiency

Gaïago and UniLaSalle have launched a research program focused on biostimulants and nitrogen efficiency, aiming to reduce dependence on mineral fertilizers while maintaining crop performance. This partnership, initiated in 2021, highlights the importance of collaboration between research and innovation to address the challenges of sustainable agriculture. Previous work has already led to significant advances in understanding the biological mechanisms of soils.