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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.

United States: Novin AgriTech Secures Funding to Develop Nitrogen Use Efficiency Trait in Wheat

Novin AgriTech has secured $174,906 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for an eight-month project aimed at developing a nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) trait in wheat cultivars. Utilizing its InPACT platform, which enables direct genetic manipulation without tissue culture, the company aims to validate this trait and extend the technology to other cereal crops.

Dispute in Alternative Proteins: Patent Tensions Between Every and Onego Bio

Amid rising tensions in the alternative protein sector, Every accuses Onego Bio of abusive litigation and false claims regarding the bio-identity of its products. Onego Bio contests Every's statements, asserting that independent analyses show Every's products are not identical to natural egg proteins. This conflict, centered on ovalbumin production via fermentation, could impact investments and innovation in the plant protein industry.

Biomanufacturing and Next-Generation Ingredients: Startup Aims to Replace Petrochemical Emulsifiers with Fermentation

Ruby Bio, a California-based startup, is poised to revolutionize the emulsifier market with a fermentation-derived range, allowing for the replacement of palm oil and petrochemical-derived additives with clean-label alternatives. Utilizing non-GMO yeast strains and a streamlined production process, the company aims to achieve cost parity with synthetic emulsifiers. With $8 million in funding, Ruby Bio is positioned for rapid scaling and plans to commercialize by 2027.

An American Startup Focuses on Decentralized Ammonia Production

Loop Chemicals, a startup from the Massachusetts Climatetech Studio, has licensed a chemical looping ammonia technology from Sandia National Laboratories. This innovation aims to decentralize ammonia production, essential for fertilizers, by bringing it closer to American farms to reduce vulnerabilities in the agricultural supply chain in the United States and lower transportation costs.

Canadian Aplantex Raises $5 Million to Scale Up Green Biotechnology

An American Startup Secures Funding from the USDA to Accelerate Wheat Gene Editing and Improve Nitrogen Efficiency

Novin AgriTech, a startup from Purdue University, has received $174,906 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to develop innovative traits for wheat, particularly enhancing nitrogen use efficiency. This project employs InPACT technology, enabling direct genetic manipulation without tissue culture, promising rapid and scalable validation.