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1 week ago | news.agropages.com | Michele Katsaris |Contributing Authors

By Michele KatsarisFor years, the cost of bringing active ingredients (AIs) to market has risen significantly due to extensive regulatory reviews, safety assessments, and compliance requirements, making it harder for companies to invest in new solutions. As a result, many focus on reformulating existing products rather than developing new ones. Syngenta, for example, is introducing two new molecules this year, pending regulatory approval: PLINAZOLIN® technology and TYMIRIUM® technology.

2 weeks ago | news.agropages.com | Ouyang Shijia |Contributing Authors

By OUYANG SHIJIA | CHINA DAILYAs China's agricultural sector undergoes a sweeping transformation embracing smarter, more digital and sustainable development, Bayer Crop Science is planting deeper roots in one of the world's most promising agri-tech markets. "As a foreign company deeply rooted in China, Bayer Crop Science is dedicated to creating value for farmers, customers and our partners in China.

2 months ago | news.agropages.com | Aaron Karp |Contributing Authors

By Aaron KarpThe use of drones for agricultural purposes is taking off in the U.S., with increasing numbers of farmers seeing improved efficiency, more targeted spraying and lower costs as advantages over traditional crop-spraying aircraft. Utilizing drones to spread water, pesticides and other chemicals on crops grew more appealing last year when the U.S. FAA started granting permission to use a single operator to oversee a swarm of three drones weighing over 55 lbs.

2 months ago | news.agropages.com | Muluken Yewondwossen |Contributing Authors

By Muluken YewondwossenIn a historic move, Ethiopia has approved the commercial release of insect protected maize, following several years of rigorous efforts. Alongside transgenic maize, the government has also authorized the commercialization of genetically modified (GM) cotton varieties. The decision, made by the National Variety Release Committee (NVRC), represents a significant advancement for the country’s agricultural sector.

2 months ago | news.agropages.com | Gerardo Fortuna |Contributing Authors

By Gerardo FortunaNew rules from Brussels aim to streamline biopesticide and biocontrol approvals, addressing the outdated process and helping Europe stay competitive in the global market. As regulatory delays risk driving innovation away from Europe, a newly announced plan of the EU executive aims to speed up approvals for biopesticides and biocontrol technologies.