AgNavigator News
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At the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit, industry leaders emphasized that the future success of biological agricultural products depends less on having the most innovative offerings and more on how well these products integrate into existing crop-management systems. Rather than competing with synthetic inputs, biologicals such as biocontrols, biofertilisers, and biopesticides are increasingly viewed as complementary tools that can help farmers manage risk and enhance resilience amid climate and market volatility. However, speakers cautioned that regulatory hurdles, especially in Europe, are slowing the translation of scientific advances into farmer-ready solutions, underscoring the need for streamlined, science-based approval processes.
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Can gene editing be the key to a more sustainable cacao industry?
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The September edition of AgNavigator’s movers & shakers column features the latest people news from Adama, Ever.Ag, Rovensa Next, Reservoir, and Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co.
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Despite a challenging investment climate for agtech, new funding models are emerging in the UK, with a mix of public investment, private capital, and increasing involvement from retailers and supply-chain businesses. Dr Belinda Clarke of Agri-TechE highlights that this broader financial ecosystem enables start-ups to generate revenues earlier and reduces reliance on traditional venture capital or grants. Retailers and supply-chain actors are targeting innovations that address specific commercial needs, making their support complementary to public funding. Clarke also notes a shift in the industry towards integrating multiple technologies to address practical farm and supply-chain challenges, emphasizing evolution over disruptive change.