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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.

Bio-solutions in Turkey: A Potential of €10.8 Billion by 2035

The bio-solutions sector in Turkey, currently valued at €4 billion, could more than double by 2035 with adequate political support. Bio-solutions are essential for improving industrial efficiency, enhancing export competitiveness, and supporting sustainable economic transformation. Policy recommendations are proposed to unlock the potential of this strategic sector.

India: Pesticide Regulation Shifts to Fully Digital with Major Compliance Reform

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GreenLight Biosciences strategically launches Oifirax, an innovative RNA-based fungicide, in Brazil. This development marks a turning point in the crop protection industry, emphasizing targeted, residue-free biological solutions that can compete with the efficacy of traditional chemicals. With favorable regulatory support and significant investment, GreenLight aims to transform the Brazilian viticulture landscape while expanding its commercial footprint in the region.

900 Microbial Strains, An Industrial Platform: Apoena Agro's Bet on Next-Gen Biological Inputs

Apoena Agro, a Brazilian biotechnology company, unveils its B2B platform for agricultural biological solutions at Hortitec 2026. With over 900 collected microbial strains, Apoena is developing a range of biological products, strengthening its position in the Brazilian biological market while planning to introduce new products by 2026.

France's Largest Treated Wastewater Reuse Project Secures 650 Hectares Against Water Stress

The seaside resort of Argelès-sur-Mer inaugurates France's largest treated wastewater reuse unit, an ambitious project aimed at securing water supply for agriculture amid increasing drought. With an investment of 13.2 million euros, this innovative initiative enables the irrigation of 650 hectares of orchards owned by 56 different farmers, while ensuring water quality for sensitive crops.

Hemeris: a deeptech startup cleanses seeds using plasma technology

AI Transforms Farm Management into a Tailored Experience

The rise of artificial intelligence tools in controlled environment agriculture is redefining the landscape of farm management software. As farmers develop their own solutions to overcome system fragmentation, they are directly competing with software companies. The example of a Japanese farmer who created a management system without commercial subscriptions illustrates this growing trend.

Fertilizer Price Shock in 2026: A 55% Rise in Urea and Its Consequences

The 55% increase in urea prices from February to May 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions, raises concerns about an impending food crisis. Input producers benefit from this situation, while farmers and food processors see their margins shrink. Governments, like Egypt with the New Delta project, are responding by investing in infrastructure to reduce dependence on fertilizer imports, signaling a shift in agricultural market dynamics.

Anterra Capital lève 100 millions $ pour réorganiser le système alimentaire

Anterra Capital, avec la clôture de 100 millions de dollars pour son Fonds III, met l'accent sur la réorganisation du système alimentaire existant plutôt que sur la création de nouvelles catégories. Dans un contexte où les investissements dans l'agroalimentaire ont chuté de 69 % depuis 2021, la firme se concentre sur l'amélioration de l'industrie de la viande et sur des solutions technologiques, notamment l'IA, pour optimiser la production. Anterra continue également de développer des startups en interne, visant à générer des retours significatifs tout en défiant les normes du secteur.

Biofuels: The Hormuz Strait Crisis Revives Global Demand

The crisis in the Hormuz Strait and tensions in energy markets are giving new momentum to biofuels. From Brazil to Indonesia, several countries are strengthening their policies on ethanol and biodiesel incorporation to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. According to various analyses, global demand could increase by nearly 30% between 2025 and 2026, confirming the return of agricultural-origin fuels to the forefront of energy security strategies.

eAgronom Reaches Milestone with €1.46 Million Paid to Farmers Through Sale of 29,000 Carbon Credits

eAgronom, the Estonian agricultural technology company, has sold 29,000 Verra-certified carbon credits, generating €1.46 million. This transaction marks a turning point for 150 farmers engaged in regenerative agricultural practices across Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland, covering 28,000 hectares. The environmental impact is equivalent to removing approximately 6,300 gasoline cars from the road for a year. eAgronom aims to reach one million credits by 2026-2027.

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.

Procès-verbaux de l'Assemblée Générale Annuelle d'Equinor ASA 2026

Les procès-verbaux de l'assemblée générale annuelle d'Equinor ASA, tenue le 12 mai 2026, sont désormais finalisés. Ce document inclut des informations de contact pour les relations investisseurs et médias, tout en respectant les exigences de divulgation imposées par le règlement d'Euronext Oslo Børs et la législation norvégienne sur les valeurs mobilières.

Nouvelles techniques génomiques : enjeux de propriété et d'innovation en agriculture

L'adoption par l'Union européenne des nouvelles techniques génomiques (NTG) soulève des questions cruciales sur la propriété des semences et la concentration du marché. Alors que ces technologies promettent d'améliorer la résistance des plantes face aux défis climatiques, le débat sur les brevets et la protection des caractères génétiques préexistants s'intensifie. Les semenciers indépendants craignent une privatisation du vivant, tandis que la coexistence entre agriculture biologique et NTG pose des défis techniques et juridiques. Qui contrôlera réellement les semences de demain ?

ScottishPower : Les acteurs de la transformation énergétique au Royaume-Uni

La campagne de ScottishPower met en lumière les professionnels qui modernisent le réseau électrique britannique, soulignant l'importance de leur rôle dans la transition vers un système énergétique plus durable. Des histoires inspirantes de reconversion professionnelle illustrent cette transformation majeure, tout en offrant des perspectives de carrière au sein du groupe Iberdrola.

Precision Weeding: Horsch Leverages AI and Drones to Map Weeds

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What if future biopesticides were inspired by the venoms of parasitic insects? A synthesis of recent research shows how these organisms manipulate their hosts through multifunctional proteins, offering new perspectives for biological crop protection. The study highlights complex mechanisms of immune inhibition and metabolic reprogramming, while emphasizing the challenges related to the functional identification of candidate proteins, essential for the development of effective biocontrol tools.

RNA interference targets whitefly genes to open new biocontrol pathways

The study of chitinase deacetylase genes in the pest Bemisia tabaci (whitefly) highlights potential targets for sustainable control strategies based on RNA interference. By identifying four BtCDA genes, researchers demonstrated that targeting these genes with RNAi can lead to significant nymph mortality, providing an alternative to traditional chemical insecticides.