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American start-ups SilvaBio and Foray Bioscience join forces to orchestrate the return of the American chestnut, a major forest species that is now functionally extinct. This partnership will combine SilvaBio's genetic selection platform with Foray's groundbreaking technology, capable of producing artificial seeds through the encapsulation of plant embryos. A multi-year roadmap to industrialize large-scale resilient reforestation.

GranBio and Amazon: Towards Sustainable Fuels from Waste

Amazon invests in Brazilian cleantech GranBio to boost the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). This pioneer in industrial biotechnology transforms forestry and agricultural residues into 'drop-in' synthetic fuels, identical to petroleum. The 10-year goal: to convert old American pulp mills into advanced biorefineries to scale up supply.

The United States Invests $500 Million to Revive Fertilizer Production

In response to soaring fertilizer prices driven by the conflict in Iran, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture has announced a $500 million investment to bolster domestic production. This program aims to support the construction and expansion of fertilizer plants in the U.S. to quickly meet market demands and relieve pressure on American farmers. This initiative comes amid rising agricultural costs and trade disruptions.

Yara Strengthens Its Position with Acquisition of Ammonia Plant in the U.S.

Norwegian company Yara International ASA has announced the acquisition of the Gulf Coast Ammonia plant in Texas for $1.3 billion, as part of its energy diversification strategy and competitiveness enhancement. With a capacity of 1.3 million tons per year, the plant is expected to achieve stable production by the end of 2026, thereby strengthening ammonia supply for its internal and external customers. This operation is part of a financial discipline framework aimed at maximizing shareholder value.

Agricultural Carbon Sequestration: Agoro Carbon Advocates for a Science-Based Model

Five years after launching its soil carbon sequestration program, involving over 600 producers and 2.5 million acres in the U.S., Norwegian company Agoro Carbon emphasizes the importance of scientifically verified credits and practical outcomes for farmers. The company has paid over $30 million to farmers to help them adopt regenerative agricultural practices and has formed a 12-year partnership with Microsoft for 2.6 million carbon credits. More than 100,000 soil samples have been analyzed, ensuring accuracy beyond industry standards.

Swiss Company Ecorobotix Validates Effectiveness of Precision Sprayer on Cotton in California

Ecorobotix has demonstrated the effectiveness of its ARA™ sprayer in cotton cultivation in California, providing superior weed control while reducing herbicide use by 60% to 90%. The system achieved 90% to 99% weed control by targeting individual plants, unlike conventional methods. Weed management costs were reduced by 67%, from $550.15 to $184.07 per acre.

Leguminous Crops: Towards a Global Production of 70 Mt by 2034

According to the OECD, leguminous crop production is expected to grow by 26 Mt by 2034, with Canada as the leading exporter. Despite the anticipated increase, few countries will achieve self-sufficiency, particularly India, which remains the largest producer but cannot meet its population's needs. Innovative agricultural techniques and yield improvements are essential to meet the rising demand.

Discovery of a Molecular Pathway for Citrus Resistance to Citrus Greening

A recent study sheds light on the molecular mechanism between citrus and Huanglongbing (HLB), caused by Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus. Researchers from Huazhong Agricultural University have identified SDE10 as a key pathogenic effector, inhibiting the CsXCP2 protein, which plays a central role in citrus defense. By designing CsXCP2 variants capable of evading SDE10, this research paves the way for the creation of resistant citrus varieties, crucial for combating this global threat to citrus production.

Bayer Appoints Kacy Perry as Head of Crop Science Canada to Accelerate Agricultural Innovation

Bayer has announced the appointment of Kacy Perry as the General Manager of Crop Science Canada, a key position where she will lead over 550 employees. Drawing on her experience in various roles within the company, she will focus on agricultural innovation, highlighting sustainable solutions for Canadian farmers. She succeeds Antoine Bernet.

Launch of Terion: Indigo and CIBO Join Forces for Unified Digital Agriculture Infrastructure

Contact BioSolutions : Révolution dans le marché des herbicides avec Firehawk

Contact BioSolutions se positionne sur le marché des herbicides avec Firehawk, un bioherbicide à 87% d'ingrédients actifs, permettant une dilution efficace et une réduction des coûts d'application. Avec des approbations réglementaires en cours et un lancement prévu pour 2027, l'entreprise vise à capter 1% d'un marché de 40 milliards de dollars, tout en promouvant des pratiques agricoles régénératives et en répondant aux préoccupations croissantes sur les résidus chimiques dans les aliments.

A Canadian Company Secures US Patent for Precision Seeding Agricultural Residue Management Technology

Canadian company Clean Seed Capital Group Ltd. has announced the receipt of a patent authorization notice for its innovative agricultural residue management system, thereby strengthening its portfolio of technologies. This technology aims to enhance residue management and the performance of seeding units in challenging field conditions.

Agricultural Financing: A New Leasing Model to Democratize Strip-Till

RegenLend, a joint initiative by Compeer Financial and PepsiCo, aims to lower financial barriers to adopting strip-till, a technique that lies between traditional tillage and direct seeding, allowing farmers to only work the soil strip where the crop will be planted. By covering two rental payments, PepsiCo supports farmers in their transition to conservation practices on at least 600 acres.

Renewable Fuels: Certified Sustainable American Biogas Conquers European Markets

Neogenyx Fuels, an American company specializing in the development and operation of advanced biofuel infrastructures, has reached a significant milestone by delivering ISCC-certified renewable natural gas (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) to the European market, meeting EU sustainability requirements. Neogenyx's certified renewable natural gas projects have a production capacity of over 4.2 million MMBtu (120 million cubic meters) of renewable gas per year.

Seeds: Canada's Reform of Breeder Rights Revives Debate on Living Control

Agricultural Biomethane: An American Project Aims to Prevent 63,700 Tons of CO₂ Emissions Annually

Neogenyx Fuels has announced the start of construction on its first agricultural renewable natural gas facility in Broken Bow, Nebraska. This innovative project, which uses anaerobic digestion to convert manure into biogas, aims to produce an amount of energy equivalent to over 350 million kWh of renewable gas annually, while preventing the emission of 63,700 tons of CO₂. The by-products of digestion will be reused as bedding for livestock and agricultural fertilizer, promoting a closed nutrient cycle.

Michigan State University Unveils $35 Million Plant Research Greenhouse Complex

GroLoop: Infinite Acres Launches Platform to Manage Large-Scale Vertical Farms

Infinite Acres has unveiled GroLoop, an innovative agricultural management platform that integrates software, environmental controls, and robotics to optimize operations in controlled environment agriculture. Already in use across nearly one million square feet for 80 Acres Farms, GroLoop provides a scalable and adaptable solution, enabling producers to maximize crop quality and align their production with real-time market demand. This technology, proven effective at scale, will be showcased in June 2026 at the GreenTech Expo in Amsterdam.

Seeds: Canada Reforms Breeder Rights to Boost Innovation

The update of the Plant Breeders' Rights Regulations by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) aims to enhance innovation and competitiveness in Canada's agricultural, horticultural, and ornamental sectors. Changes include limiting farmers' rights to save seeds for certain crops, ensuring fair compensation for breeders, and extending breeder rights duration for certain plants to 25 years.

U.S. Sugar Deploys Large-Scale Fleet of Autonomous Tractors on 255,000 Acres in Florida

U.S. Sugar has recently launched the largest commercial fleet of autonomous tractors in the U.S. sugar industry, with five John Deere tractors operating across 255,000 acres in Florida. This 24/7 deployment utilizes advanced automation systems to enhance land preparation and sugarcane cultivation, while planning expansion into other crops. The company is committed to training its employees for new roles related to operating autonomous tractors.