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This week highlights product launches, technology integrations, and regulatory milestones across AgTech, plant science, and controlled-environment agriculture. Companies are advancing automation, precision tools, biological inputs, and open-source data systems, while new partnerships and approvals continue to shape capabilities across field production, crop protection, and indoor growing systems.

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OUR LATEST AGTECH INTELLIGENCE DASHBOARD SNAPSHOT

Where Is the Ag Carbon Market Advancing — and What Innovations Dominate?

Across the agricultural carbon market, momentum is strongest in measurement, verification (MRV), and large-scale credit delivery. Multiple organisations secured major recognitions under leading standards such as Verra VM0042, including ChrysaLabs’ soil carbon validation and Agreena’s verification of 2.3 million credits across 1.6 million hectares. Partnerships such as Groundwork BioAg with Anew Climate and UNDO with Verde AgriTech highlight the growing role of nature-based carbon removals—from mycorrhizal sequestration to enhanced rock weathering—supported by increasingly rigorous MRV frameworks. Tools like HowGood’s Global Carbon Database and MyEasyFarm’s deployment across 280 French farms show how carbon accounting is becoming embedded in supply-chain operations. This is also reflected in the innovation breakdown in the chart below, where MRV and credit-generation systems represent the majority of new activity, while carbon platforms form a growing but smaller share.

Regionally, Europe leads in standards development, verification progress, and cooperative-driven implementation, while North America drives scale, financing, and long-term offtake agreements—including multi-million-ton commitments from Microsoft. Emerging markets in Latin America, Africa, and Asia show expanding methodological localisation and early-stage deployment, particularly for enhanced rock weathering (ERW) and smallholder-focused carbon programs. The Middle East and Oceania are increasingly active through institutional investment in carbon-positive agriculture. Collectively, these developments indicate a sector maturing on multiple fronts—more robust MRV, larger financial commitments, and a broader global footprint.

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AGTECH & AGRIBUSINESS
Funding, Partnerships, and Product Updates in AgTech & AgriBusiness

XAG Launches R Series Electric Agricultural Rovers for Specialty Crops – XAG has introduced the R Series Agricultural Rover, including the R100 and R200 models, designed for automated operations in orchards, vineyards, and greenhouses. The fully electric units feature precision spraying, intelligent navigation, and terrain adaptability, with tank capacities of 120 liters and 240 liters, respectively, supported by JetSprayer technology and real-time mapping systems.

OpenAgri Partners with AgStack to Launch Pancake for Open-Source Agricultural Data – The OpenAgri Project has partnered with the AgStack Foundation to integrate its software into AgStack’s digital infrastructure, introducing Pancake, an open-source core for agricultural data and AI services. The initiative aims to improve interoperability, reduce vendor lock-in, and support open, vendor-neutral technology development within the global agriculture ecosystem.

CHC Navigation and CNH Industrial Partner on Precision Guidance for FP FleetPro Kits – CHC Navigation has partnered with CNH Industrial to integrate its high-precision guidance systems into CNH’s FP FleetPro aftermarket kits, launched at Agritechnica 2025. The kits provide universal compatibility, touchscreen displays, and flexible steering options, enabling operators to adopt precision agriculture tools without replacing existing machinery.

Bushel Plus and John Deere Partner to Expand SmartPan™ System Adoption – Bushel Plus has partnered with John Deere to distribute the SmartPan™ System through Deere’s dealer network in the U.S. and Canada. The integration provides real-time grain loss data to support combine calibration and harvest efficiency, with joint training programs scheduled to begin in 2026.

Ancient Organics Receives U.S. Patent for Glyphosate-Degrading Microbial Technology – Ancient Organics has secured a U.S. patent for a microbial technology that degrades glyphosate and AMPA in soils, with field trials showing residue reductions of 50% to 96% and yield increases of 25% to 48%. Marketed as PaleoPower, the product is available through North American distributors for use in improving soil conditions and addressing herbicide persistence.

INTERVIEW
Advancing AI-Driven Discovery in Crop Protection

Enko is applying its ENKOMPASS™ platform to accelerate molecule discovery for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides by integrating molecular data, machine learning, and field biology. CEO Tony Klemm, who joined the company in 2025 after a long career in agriculture, highlights the need for new solutions as resistance increases and older products face regulatory phase-outs.

The company is working with multiple global partners and developing a broad portfolio aimed at addressing challenges across major crops and regions. “Our approach is about using data to make discovery more efficient while aligning with regulatory and field requirements,” Klemm said.

Klemm expects continued demand for new modes of action and sees Enko contributing to the sector’s shift toward data-enabled discovery processes that support long-term crop management needs.

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PLANT SCIENCE
New Products, Approval and Initiatives for Plant Science

Bayer Crop Science Canada Launches EverGol Rise Seed Treatment for 2026 – Bayer Crop Science Canada has introduced EverGol Rise, a pulse seed treatment combining four active ingredients for control of seed- and soil-borne diseases such as ascochyta, Fusarium spp., and rhizoctonia. The single-formulation product, featuring a visual colourant for coverage confirmation, will be available for the 2026 season following positive performance in more than 90 pre-commercial trials.

Arevo Introduces Arginex Bio-Based Nutrition System to Reduce Fertilizer Dependency – Swedish firm Arevo has launched Arginex, a bio-based crop nutrition product aimed at reducing reliance on mineral fertilizers linked to soil degradation. Trial results in corn, potatoes, and soy indicate improved yields with lower fertilizer use, with the arginine–phosphate formulation designed to support root development, soil health, and reduced nitrogen loss.

SynTech Research Expands Global Banana Protection Trials Across Multiple Regions – SynTech Research is strengthening crop protection trials for bananas in Latin America, Africa, and Asia under GLP standards in response to rising disease and climate pressures. Research efforts target pests such as Black Sigatoka, thrips, and Moko disease, using chemical and biological strategies supported by sites in Ecuador, the Canary Islands, and the Philippines, along with drone spraying and digital monitoring tools.

Biotalys Receives EPA Approval for EVOCA™ Protein-Based Biofungicide – Biotalys has secured EPA approval for EVOCA™, a protein-based biofungicide targeting botrytis and powdery mildew in high-value crops. The product, based on the AGROBODY™ platform, offers a novel mode of action for pre- and post-harvest use and is exempt from tolerance requirements, with state-level registrations in California and Florida and European regulatory processes underway.

CEA
New Product Launches in CEA

CANNA Launches CANNA AGRI Solutions for CEA Facilities – CANNA has introduced CANNA AGRI Solutions to support large-scale CEA operations, consolidating nutrients, substrates, and additives into a single program. New soluble products, CANNA Universal Dry and CANNA Coco Dry, debut at MJBizCon 2025 with availability expected in early 2026, emphasizing clean inputs and traceability.

Agroz and UBTECH Launch Agroz Robotics for CEA Automation – Agroz has partnered with UBTECH Robotics to deploy the Walker S humanoid robot for automated seeding, monitoring, and harvesting within its CEA platform. The initiative aims to improve consistency, reduce labor needs, and support regional expansion across Southeast Asia.

Cree LED and SANlight Release STIXX-Series Horticultural Lighting – Cree LED and SANlight GmbH have launched the STIXX-Series luminaires using J Series® LEDs, offering up to 3.1 μmol/J efficiency, IP68 durability, and long operational lifespan. The modular fixtures are designed for horticultural environments with optimized spectra and advanced optics.

Sollum Technologies Introduces Dynamic LED Lighting System for Greenhouses – Sollum Technologies has released a dynamic LED system that adjusts spectrum and intensity in real time, delivering energy savings and reported yield improvements. Integrated through the SUNaaS® platform, it supports multiple crops and can reduce energy use by up to 40% versus HPS.

SOLASTA Bio Expands Patent Portfolio for Peptide Bioinsecticides – SOLASTA® Bio now holds 14 U.S. and European patents for its peptide-based bioinsecticides, supported by over 50 trials showing efficacy above 85% with no impact on beneficial insects. New trials in rice, leafy greens, and soft fruits indicate broader use potential as the company advances toward commercial deployment following its $14 million Series A round.

OTHER NEWS
Other Updates: New Funding Round, New Initiative & More!

ReSoil has raised €4 million from institutional and private investors, including Banque des Territoires, InvESS Île-de-France Amorçage, and Generali Investissement à Impact.The company plans to expand its digital tools and support more farmers in transitioning toward regenerative and low-carbon agriculture.

ADB Approves USD 140.89 Million Loan for Climate-Smart Agriculture in Sichuan – The Asian Development Bank has approved a USD 140.89 million loan to support low-carbon, climate-smart agriculture in Sichuan Province, China.

Just Climate has raised $375 million to expand its Natural Climate Solutions strategy, targeting high-impact opportunities in land use, water, and waste. The strategy is backed by major institutional investors, including pension funds, asset managers, and global financial institutions. The fund has invested in AgroStar, an Indian agritech platform serving more than 10 million smallholder farmers.

Rumin8 has acquired ROAM Agricultural, a Loam Bio spin-out developing methane-reducing solutions for cattle. The acquisition gives Rumin8 access to additional delivery formats for tribromomethane (TBM), expanding its product portfolio. ROAM’s technologies include synthesized TBM production and sustained-release delivery formats.

Athian completed a $4 million Series A round backed by major food and agriculture investors. The company has facilitated $18 million in payments to farmers since 2024 for emissions-reducing practices. New and existing investors span the food value chain, including dairy, livestock, ingredients, and foodservice.

Clean Energy has completed its renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at South Fork Dairy in Dimmitt, Texas. The site, now one of the largest RNG plants in the U.S., can produce ~2.6 million gallons of RNG per year. The project rocesses 300,000 gallons of manure daily using four anaerobic digesters.

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