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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 New South Wales Government Invests $105.5 Million in Agricultural Innovation

Carbon Transition: Agricultural Cooperatives Seek Economic Solutions

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40% in industrial tools and 25% among farmers will cost over one billion euros by 2030, emphasized Christophe Grison, Vice President of La Coopération Agricole, during a morning session dedicated to carbon storage. In light of this investment challenge, industry stakeholders stress the urgency of transforming climate goals into concrete economic levers to engage producers. A central question remains: how to direct this funding?

VINCI remporte des contrats de services routiers à Londres

VINCI a été sélectionné pour plusieurs contrats de services routiers à long terme dans la région de Londres, avec une durée initiale de huit ans et demi pour Westminster et six ans pour Bromley. Ces contrats, d'une valeur totale de près de 70 millions d'euros par an, témoignent de l'engagement de l'entreprise dans l'amélioration des infrastructures urbaines, mais ne relèvent pas du secteur agritech.

The Rise of Drone Spraying in Brazilian Agriculture

The use of drones for agricultural spraying in Brazil is experiencing significant commercial expansion, with over 200% increase in treated areas between 2019 and 2025. Pasture management and sugarcane dominate adoption, while the operational advantages of drones prove crucial in hard-to-access regions. This technology is evolving towards integration into large-scale production systems, highlighting its growing importance in crop management in Brazil.

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Reducing acrylamide formation during cooking by 59% without yield loss: this is the achievement of a new wheat variety developed by CRISPR, which has just received official "biological precision" status in the UK. Developed under the PROBITY project, this groundbreaking innovation provides a direct response to future European standards on this carcinogenic contaminant, paving the way for real-world trials among grain producers and processors.

Pressure Mounts on Wheat and Rapeseed Markets: Focus on the Black Sea

The harvest season intensifies pressure on wheat and rapeseed markets, with yields often disappointing in France. Market operators are turning their attention to production prospects in the Black Sea, which could play a crucial role in the evolution of prices and grain supply.

FMC récompensée pour ses pratiques de responsabilité sociale et éthique

FMC a été honorée par le Selo Empresa Limpa et le Selo Mais Integridade, témoignant de son engagement envers des pratiques commerciales éthiques et durables. Ces distinctions, remises lors d'une cérémonie officielle à Brasília, soulignent l'importance de l'intégrité et de la responsabilité sociale dans le secteur agricole, tout en renforçant la réputation de FMC en tant qu'acteur responsable dans l'agriculture brésilienne.

FMC Corporation nomme Brian P. Angeli président de FMC Amérique du Nord

FMC Corporation a annoncé la nomination de Brian P. Angeli au poste de président de FMC Amérique du Nord, à compter du 1er août 2025. Avec plus de dix ans d'expérience dans l'entreprise, Angeli a occupé plusieurs postes clés, notamment en stratégie d'entreprise et en marketing. Son expertise en agriculture de précision et en technologies numériques est cruciale pour répondre aux besoins des agriculteurs et des distributeurs dans la région.

Réduction de capital chez Equinor : 415 millions de NOK annulés

Le 12 mai 2026, l'assemblée générale annuelle d'Equinor ASA a décidé de réduire le capital social de l'entreprise de 415,146 millions de NOK, le faisant passer de 6,392 milliards à 5,976 milliards de NOK. Cette opération implique l'annulation et le rachat d'un total de 166,058 millions d'actions, marquant une étape significative dans la gestion financière de la société.

Equinor prolonge son contrat d'hélicoptères à 1,7 milliard de NOK

Equinor a décidé de prolonger son accord avec CHC Helikopter Service pour le transport de personnel et les services de recherche et sauvetage en Norvège centrale jusqu'en 2030. Cette décision s'inscrit dans une stratégie visant à garantir la sécurité et l'efficacité des opérations dans une région clé pour l'entreprise, mais ne concerne pas directement les secteurs de l'agritech ou des technologies végétales.

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Faraday Earth, an Indian DeepTech startup, offers an alternative to the Haber-Bosch process for ammonia production, utilizing a non-thermal plasma reactor. This technology promises to reduce production costs to $500/ton, while minimizing carbon emissions and adapting to natural hydrogen sources. Through artificial intelligence optimization, the company aims to transform the ammonia landscape, essential for agriculture and the chemical industry.

Controversial Adoption of Emergency Agricultural Bill by the Senate

The emergency agricultural bill, passed by the Senate, raises concerns about its environmental impacts. Both chambers of Parliament have approved very different versions, with provisions deemed contrary to European law and relaxations on pesticides. Upcoming negotiations are expected to be tense, with strong mobilization from agricultural unions and environmental associations, reflecting the political divides surrounding this text.

Surus Connect Expands Its Alert System for Isolated Workers in Agriculture

Following agricultural operations, Surus Connect broadens its focus to include agricultural service providers, cooperative unions, and collection silos. The young Bordeaux-based company, which develops a protection device for isolated workers specifically designed for agriculture, aims to address the safety challenges in structures where employees often work alone in dispersed areas or poorly covered by networks.

Givaudan ouvre une nouvelle usine de production en Indonésie pour innover dans les saveurs

Givaudan, leader mondial dans le domaine des saveurs et du bien-être, a récemment inauguré une nouvelle installation de production à Cikarang, en Indonésie. Cette usine, qui s'étend sur 24 000 m², vise à accroître la capacité de production et à répondre à la demande croissante des consommateurs pour des expériences alimentaires mémorables. En intégrant des technologies durables, Givaudan renforce son engagement envers l'innovation et la durabilité, tout en créant des emplois locaux et en soutenant l'économie indonésienne.

InSoil Secures €120 Million to Fund Regenerative Agriculture in Europe

Lithuanian climate finance company InSoil has secured a €120 million loan to expand its support for agricultural SMEs adopting sustainable practices. This funding, one of the largest in Europe for sustainable agriculture, is backed by the European Investment Fund and aims to address the growing need for capital to modernize equipment and improve soil health. InSoil, which has already financed over 3,500 SMEs, is committed to reducing CO2 emissions through carbon credits while participating in a rapidly expanding investment cycle in the sector.

Stenon Raises $20.5 Million to Enhance Nitrogen Management Amid Rising Fertilizer Prices

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.