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Agrivoltaics: A Key Lever for Agriculture in the Face of Climate Change

FRANCE. Agricultural chambers advocate for increased support for agrivoltaics, which is essential for the sustainability of farming operations. As hundreds of projects develop under the APER law framework, recent guidelines from the Energy Regulatory Commission threaten their economic viability. Agricultural chambers are calling for a revision of policies to ensure a stable and profitable future for this innovative sector.

Ecorobotix améliore son pulvérisateur ARA pour une détection optimisée

Le constructeur suisse Ecorobotix revoit son pulvérisateur ARA en intégrant des blocs caméras plus performants et remplaçables par les concessionnaires, tout en améliorant son algorithme de détection des adventices. Cette campagne met l'accent sur l'utilisation de produits non sélectifs, avec des analyses de résidus sur pomme de terre, et élargit l'appareil à 6,20 m pour une meilleure efficacité. Un nouvel incorporateur est également ajouté pour optimiser son utilisation.

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.

Bayer: Return to Profitability Through Litigation Reduction

European Pesticide Market: Differentiation Becomes Essential

John Deere lance une unité de vision pour l'autonomie des machines en Europe

John Deere Electronics introduit sa nouvelle unité de traitement de vision (VPU) pour les machines mobiles en Europe, offrant des solutions d'autonomie basées sur la vision artificielle. Conçue pour des environnements difficiles, la VPU permet une prise de décision en temps réel et s'intègre facilement dans divers équipements, renforçant ainsi l'innovation dans le secteur agricole et au-delà.

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.

Impact of New EU Rules on Plant Genome Editing

Adopted in June 2026, the new European legislation on certain plants derived from new genomic techniques (NGT) introduces a two-tier regulatory framework. NGT-1 plants, which exhibit limited modifications, will now be treated as conventional varieties, while NGT-2 will remain subject to GMO regulations. In this interview, Professor Jürgen Kleine-Vehn analyzes the implications of this reform.

The Farm France: A Fragile Recovery Amid Ongoing Challenges

Terrena Completes Acquisition of Cerdys, a Major Step for French Horticulture

The French agricultural cooperative Terrena, through its subsidiary Hortival Diffusion, has finalized the acquisition of Cerdys to strengthen its activities in ornamental plants. This operation brings together two complementary players in horticulture and aims to consolidate production, logistics, and the development of a sustainable horticultural sector in the Grand Ouest.

EFSA Proposes Streamlining the Assessment of GMOs with Multiple Genetic Traits

France Adopts Emergency Agricultural Law Paving the Way for Two Pesticides' Return

How a Satellite Can Estimate the Yield of a Wheat Field?

Knowing the yield of soft wheat for each field is the goal of the National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) and the statistical and prospective service of the Ministry of Agriculture, which have developed a learning model using satellite images among other resources.