Fungicides
The proposed framework introduces a targeted approach to safeguard endangered species while maintaining essential crop protection tools for U.S. farmers, the agency reports.
By bridging the gap between biological innovation and traditional chemistry, Corteva Agriscience is providing specialty growers with tools to maximize yields and secure ROI, offering a buffer for farmers navigating high-cost and volatile fertilizer markets.
The company says the protein-based biofungicide offers a new, sustainable solution for protecting high-value fruits and vegetables from diseases like botrytis and powdery mildew.
AgZen’s first product, RealCoverage, can be bolted onto any sprayer and is the world’s only sensor and AI-based system that measures and optimizes the number of drops of crop protection products applied to crops.
Company leaders say the separation will unleash two distinct market leaders that are both farmer-centric, with technology and innovation at their core.
A crop-protection startup is using AI and machine learning to identify and develop new active ingredients it says will help farmers solve issues like weed resistance faster and more economically.
Novozymes has signed an agreement with Natural Industries Inc., which is researching how soil microorganisms can help combat weeds, insects and other pests.