SugaROx, a British company specializing in biostimulants, has been selected to participate in the H.A.R.V.E.S.T. program in the United States, an initiative aimed at promoting innovative agricultural technologies. This program will allow SugaROx to test its trehalose-6-phosphate-based biostimulant in tomato crop trials in California, following preliminary tests in the UK on wheat crops.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "UK-developed biostimulant gains international attention as S..." - 29 April 2026
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Biotalys, an AgTech company, announced that its biofungicide EVOCAâ„¢ has received state registration in Florida, marking a breakthrough for protein-based biocontrols. This approval, the first for an AGROBODYâ„¢ in the United States, highlights EVOCA's potential in combating major fungal diseases in fruit and vegetable crops. Similar regulatory developments are underway in California and Europe, with commercial launches expected in the coming years.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Biotalys achieves first U.S. state registration for EVOCA in..." - 28 April 2026
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Veganic, a company specializing in agricultural biosolutions, inaugurates its subsidiary in the United States, marking a key milestone in its international expansion strategy. With innovative products such as biofungicides, bioinsecticides, and biostimulants, Veganic is committed to reducing the use of chemical inputs while enhancing food quality and supporting farmers in their transition to sustainable production models.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Veganic officially inaugurates its U.S. subsidiary and stren..." - 28 April 2026
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The partnership between the US Department of Agriculture and Palantir Technologies, valued at $300 million, aims to modernize services for farmers and enhance food security. Leveraging the Landmark platform, this project promises to expedite farmer enrollment in aid programs, reduce bureaucracy, and improve the resilience of the food supply chain.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "USDA Signs $300 Million Agreement With Palantir to Modernize..." - 23 April 2026
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The ongoing conflict in the Middle East highlights the vulnerability of agricultural systems in the US and Brazil due to increasing reliance on imported fertilizers. While the US strives to maintain strong domestic production, Brazil, the world's largest importer with 88% of its consumption sourced from abroad, faces significant challenges in meeting surging demand. Both countries must consider strategies to enhance their fertilizer autonomy to ensure competitiveness in the global grain market.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Middle East conflict revives concerns over fertilizer depend..." - 23 April 2026
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In 2025, sales of plant-based meat and dairy products in the U.S. saw a significant decline, while plant-based beverages recorded substantial growth. Despite a challenging investment climate, the plant protein sector continues to evolve, with companies adapting and diversifying their products.
Elaine Watson, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "US alt-meat slump continues, but plant protein gains tractio..." - 22 April 2026
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Techwave, a digital services provider, partners with Capital Farm Credit to introduce AgriNext, an innovative customer engagement platform. This initiative aims to transform interactions between agricultural borrowers and financial institutions by integrating loan application processes and portfolio management while ensuring compliance requirements are met. With over 24,500 members and a loan volume of $13 billion, Capital Farm Credit brings its agricultural finance expertise to modernize the lending experience.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Techwave Partners with Capital Farm Credit to Launch AgriNex..." - 30 March 2026
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The North Dakota AgTech Engine, backed by the National Science Foundation, has secured significant funding of $45 million to enhance technological innovation in agriculture and workforce development. This initiative, which has already mobilized $60 million for its first five years, aims to foster startup growth and improve educational opportunities for future professionals in agriculture and engineering.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "NDSU Receives $45M NSF Award for AgTech Engine Expansion" - 30 March 2026
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Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), crucial for infants' immune development, are currently produced through costly microbial fermentation. Emerging from the ecosystem of the University of California, Berkeley, startup Totality Biosciences is developing a plant synthetic biology approach to transform plants into 'factories' for HMOs, aiming to reduce costs, expand diversity, and extend their use beyond infant formulas.
Elaine Watson, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "🎥Totality Biosciences bets on plants to scale human milk ol..." - 28 March 2026
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The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit held in San Francisco last week highlighted the growing integration of artificial intelligence in agriculture, with companies ranging from satellites to autonomous robots and biotechnological solutions. This technological convergence is transforming the agricultural landscape, promoting sustainable practices and strategic collaboration between startups and large enterprises.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "From space to field: Agriculture's AI stack is taking shape" - 24 March 2026
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