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Nutrien Annonce un Dividende Trimestriel de 0,55 $ US par Action
Soils, Inputs & Water

Nutrien Annonce un Dividende Trimestriel de 0,55 $ US par Action

Nutrien Ltd. a déclaré un dividende trimestriel de 0,55 $ US par action, payable le 17 juillet 2026. Les actionnaires enregistrés au 30 juin 2026 recevront leur dividende en fonction de leur résidence, avec la possibilité de choisir la devise de paiement. Nutrien, un leader mondial dans les intrants agricoles, continue de se concentrer sur la création de valeur à long terme pour ses actionnaires.

Source: Nutrien, published under the title "Nutrien Declares Quarterly Dividend of US$0.55 per Share" - 7 May 2026

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Enel publie son rapport opérationnel du premier trimestre 2026
Energy & Construction

Enel publie son rapport opérationnel du premier trimestre 2026

Le 6 mai 2026, Enel S.p.A. a rendu public son Bulletin Trimestriel, détaillant les données opérationnelles du groupe pour le premier trimestre de l'année. Ce rapport, qui précède l'approbation par le Conseil d'Administration, vise à améliorer la transparence d'Enel envers les investisseurs et la communauté financière, conformément aux meilleures pratiques des marchés avancés. Le document est disponible sur le site d'Enel et via des mécanismes de stockage autorisés.

Source: Enel, published under the title "Enel publishes 2026 first quarter Group operating data Repor..." - 7 May 2026

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Industrial Decarbonization: Cargill Invests $150 Million to Valorize Sunflower Hulls in Saint-Nazaire
Energy & ConstructionInvestors

Industrial Decarbonization: Cargill Invests $150 Million to Valorize Sunflower Hulls in Saint-Nazaire

Cargill announces a $150 million investment in its Saint-Nazaire plant to convert sunflower hulls into fuels, aiming for an ambitious 90% reduction in CO2 emissions. This project, code-named "Cocorico," is part of a strategy to industrialize biofuels and reduce carbon footprint. Construction will begin in November 2026 and is expected to be completed by March 2029.

Source: Usine Nouvelle, published under the title "À Saint-Nazaire, Cargill va utiliser les coques de tournesol..." - 6 May 2026

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Giant Ragweed: TerraClear Uses AI to Map Infested Areas in Organic Crops
AI & DataSoils, Inputs & Water

Giant Ragweed: TerraClear Uses AI to Map Infested Areas in Organic Crops

TerraClear, an agritech company, has launched a giant ragweed mapping service that employs drone imagery and artificial intelligence to assist large-scale organic crop producers. This service enables precise identification and localization of escaped ragweed plants, providing a targeted solution for their removal before they can produce seeds.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "TerraClear Launches AI Giant Ragweed Mapping Service to Give..." - 6 May 2026

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Credits: Aleksander Dumała.
Soils, Inputs & WaterInvestors

Decarbonized Fertilizers: Towards a Global Market for Low-Carbon Ammonia Certificates

PepsiCo and TalusAg announce an innovative partnership to promote the decarbonization of fertilizers through a low-carbon ammonia certificate model. This agreement covers 30,000 tons of ammonia, and through a book-and-claim model (a system where carbon impact is purchased without necessarily receiving the corresponding physical product), companies can buy ammonia certificates in the form of digital tokens, thus facilitating a transition to more sustainable agricultural practices.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "PepsiCo and TalusAg Announce Low-Carbon Ammonia Attribute Ag..." - 6 May 2026

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Biofuels: Bayer and BP Form Alliance to Industrialize Camelina as Low-Carbon Cover Crop
Energy & ConstructionNorth America

Biofuels: Bayer and BP Form Alliance to Industrialize Camelina as Low-Carbon Cover Crop

Bayer and BP have formed a strategic alliance to commercialize camelina, a promising cover crop for biofuel production. This collaboration combines BP's expertise in fuels and refining with Bayer's seed technology, aiming to market camelina in North America to meet the growing demand for biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuels.

Source: Bayer, published under the title "Bayer and bp form strategic alliance to jointly scale cameli..." - 6 May 2026

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Precision Agriculture: China Dominates Patent Filings, but Quality Raises Concerns
AI & DataMechanization & RoboticsInvestors

Precision Agriculture: China Dominates Patent Filings, but Quality Raises Concerns

In 2024, China significantly outpaced other countries in precision agriculture patents, with 66,095 filings, accounting for 63% of the global total. Only 247 were granted, resulting in a conversion rate of 0.4%, raising questions about the quality of these innovations. South Korea, with a grant rate of 43.1%, emerges as a serious competitor, while giants Deere and CNH Industrial continue to dominate the market with grant rates of 30.1% and 34.3%, respectively.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "China Leads Precision Ag Patent Filings by a Wide Margin. Th..." - 6 May 2026

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Wheat in Bloom: The Key Role of Trapping in Managing Hessian Fly Treatments
Soils, Inputs & WaterBiotech & Genetics

Wheat in Bloom: The Key Role of Trapping in Managing Hessian Fly Treatments

Managing Hessian flies, pests of wheat, requires rigorous observation to determine intervention thresholds. Sensitive varieties must be closely monitored, especially during flowering when females lay their eggs. An intervention threshold has been established for orange Hessian flies, while some wheat varieties show resistance.

Source: Arvalis, published under the title "Cécidomyies : intervenir sur variétés sensibles si le seuil ..." - 6 May 2026

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Iberdrola renforce son engagement envers les actionnaires avec des Journées dédiées
Energy & Construction

Iberdrola renforce son engagement envers les actionnaires avec des Journées dédiées

Iberdrola a tenu à Pampelune une nouvelle édition de ses Journées des Actionnaires, un événement qui favorise le dialogue direct entre la société et ses actionnaires. L'exposition '125 Light Years' a été présentée, mettant en avant l'évolution de l'entreprise. L'Assemblée Générale, prévue pour le 29 mai, permettra une participation en personne ou à distance, avec des mesures facilitant l'engagement des actionnaires, notamment un dividende supplémentaire proposé de 0,427 € par action.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Iberdrola is holding a new edition of its Shareholders’ Conf..." - 6 May 2026

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MANE renforce sa position avec l'acquisition de FROMATECH Ingredients B.V.
Flavors & Fragrances

MANE renforce sa position avec l'acquisition de FROMATECH Ingredients B.V.

L'acquisition de FROMATECH Ingredients B.V. par MANE marque une étape stratégique pour le groupe, lui permettant d'accroître son accès à des marchés en forte croissance comme le Moyen-Orient et l'Afrique du Nord. Cette opération vise à renforcer les capacités d'innovation et à offrir des solutions personnalisées à une clientèle mondiale, tout en s'inscrivant dans une démarche de croissance durable. L'expertise de FROMATECH est en parfaite adéquation avec la vision de MANE, promettant des synergies bénéfiques pour les deux entités.

Source: Mane, published under the title "MANE acquires FROMATECH ingredients B.V., an international f..." - 6 May 2026

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Assemblée Générale de TotalEnergies : Détails et Modalités de Participation
Energy & Construction

Assemblée Générale de TotalEnergies : Détails et Modalités de Participation

Les actionnaires de TotalEnergies sont conviés à l'Assemblée Générale qui se tiendra le 29 mai 2026 à La Défense. La réunion sera diffusée en direct sur le site de l'entreprise, et les actionnaires peuvent voter en ligne ou par courrier. Les avis de réunion ont été publiés dans le BALO, et les documents nécessaires sont accessibles sur le site de TotalEnergies.

Source: Totalenergies - 6 May 2026

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TotalEnergies Lève le Voile sur Pangea 5, Son Superordinateur Révolutionnaire
Energy & Construction

TotalEnergies Lève le Voile sur Pangea 5, Son Superordinateur Révolutionnaire

TotalEnergies, en partenariat avec Dell Technologies et NVIDIA, dévoile Pangea 5, un superordinateur qui multipliera par six sa puissance de calcul. Prévu pour 2027, cet investissement de plus de 100 millions d'euros vise à optimiser l'ingénierie sismique et à soutenir la transition énergétique. Avec une consommation d'énergie réduite de 40%, Pangea 5 représente une avancée majeure dans le domaine de l'informatique haute performance, tout en répondant aux besoins croissants en intelligence artificielle.

Source: Totalenergies, published under the title "TotalEnergies Develops Pangea 5, a Next-Generation Supercomp..." - 6 May 2026

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Corn field, Brazil. Credits: Gustavo Rodrigues.
Biotech & GeneticsSouth America

Brazil: Increased Pressure from Fall Armyworm on Corn and Erosion of Biotech Efficacy

Corn crops in Brazil are facing heightened pressure from fall armyworms, challenging the effectiveness of advanced biotech traits and prompting producers to adopt integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. The use of biological products, such as baculoviruses, has shown promising results but requires precise application to be effective.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Caterpillar pressure intensifies in Brazil’s corn belt, chal..." - 6 May 2026

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Fungicides in Orchards: Summit Agro Expands Prolivo Use Against Powdery Mildew on Apple and Cherry
North AmericaSuppliersRegulations

Fungicides in Orchards: Summit Agro Expands Prolivo Use Against Powdery Mildew on Apple and Cherry

Summit Agro USA has announced the expansion of the Prolivo 300SC fungicide label to include control of powdery mildew on apples and cherries (except in California and New York), enhancing its use in high-value specialty crops. Prolivo is notable for its ability to inhibit lesion formation and sporulation, while providing extended protection through its redistribution and vapor activity, thus safeguarding a larger portion of foliage and fruit during critical disease management periods.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Summit Agro USA expands PROLIVO® 300SC Fungicide label to ap..." - 6 May 2026

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Credits: Dušan Cvetanović.
RegulationsEuropeAgrifood

Brussels Revises Pesticide Residue Thresholds: Trade, Competitiveness, and Agricultural Innovation Challenges

Ongoing discussions in Brussels regarding maximum residue levels (MRLs), market access standards ensuring consumer exposure to pesticide residues remains within safe limits, could have significant implications for food safety, supply chains, and innovation. CropLife Europe calls for a rigorous impact assessment to ensure any legislative changes are evidence-based and consider overall economic and trade effects.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "CropLife Europe - What a full Impact Assessment on EU MRL po..." - 6 May 2026

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Blight-resistant potatoes: Switzerland tests new selection techniques without foreign DNA
Biotech & GeneticsRegulationsEurope

Blight-resistant potatoes: Switzerland tests new selection techniques without foreign DNA

Agroscope (Swiss competence center in agronomic and agri-food research) is conducting a trial on cisgenic blight-resistant potatoes, authorized by the Federal Office for the Environment. This project aims to develop varieties without foreign DNA, thereby reducing the need for plant protection products and improving resistance to extreme climatic conditions.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Field trial with cisgenic potatoes: Sustainable disease resi..." - 6 May 2026

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Credits: Igor Passchier.
Mechanization & RoboticsBiotech & GeneticsAI & Data

Greenhouse Horticulture: Towards Data-Driven and Robotic Production

In greenhouse cultivation, genetics is no longer just about improving yields; it has become a lever for industrial optimization. By leveraging data and varietal selection, Rijk Zwaan develops plants designed for more predictable production systems, less reliant on labor, and compatible with the automation and robotization of greenhouses.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Rijk Zwaan - Using data and genetics to build strong greenho..." - 6 May 2026

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Credits: Lara Jameson.
Soils, Inputs & WaterSouth America

Fertilizers: Argentina and Brazil Face Soaring Energy Costs and Hormuz Strait Tensions

Source: Agropages, published under the title "The Iran war: Farmers in Brazil and Argentina face rising fe..." - 6 May 2026

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Iberdrola renforce le stockage d'énergie en Espagne avec Valdecañas
Energy & Construction

Iberdrola renforce le stockage d'énergie en Espagne avec Valdecañas

Iberdrola España a récemment mis à niveau la centrale de Valdecañas, augmentant sa capacité de stockage d'énergie de 355 MW et 210 GWh. Cette amélioration permet une meilleure gestion de la demande énergétique, surtout lors des pics de consommation, tout en intégrant davantage d'énergie renouvelable dans le réseau électrique. La coordination des réservoirs environnants contribue également à la gestion des crues et à la préservation des écosystèmes locaux.

Source: Iberdrola, published under the title "Iberdrola increases energy storage capacity in Spain with up..." - 6 May 2026

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Methanization: A Finnish Startup Turns Digestate into Strategic Fertilizer
Soils, Inputs & WaterEnergy & ConstructionEurope

Methanization: A Finnish Startup Turns Digestate into Strategic Fertilizer

NPHarvest, a Finnish cleantech company, has inaugurated a pilot facility at Biogas Westerbakum GmbH in Lower Saxony, aiming to recover nutrients from liquid digestate. This membrane technology, capable of recovering up to 90% of nitrogen and phosphorus, meets increasingly stringent fertilizer application regulations in Germany.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "NPHarvest Launches Nutrient Recovery Pilot at German Biogas ..." - 5 May 2026

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