Biocontrols
Howler fungicide now approved in 49 of 50 states
AgBiome’s Howler fungicide was recently approved by the state regulators in California and New York, according to a news release from the company. Howler is listed... more »
New innovation center in northern California opened by Valent USA
Valent U.S.A. has opened a new state-of-the-art facility in San Ramon, California, called the North American Innovation Center (NAIC), that physically unites employees from its California technical center in Dublin and headquarters in Walnut Creek.... more »
Martin Dekkers joins AgBiome as strategic advisor
AgBiome, a developer of products from the Earth's microbial communities, announced Marijn Dekkers as the company’s newest advisor. Dekkers is the founder and chairman of Novalis LifeSciences, an investment and advisory firm for the LifeScience industry.... more »
‘Sustainability in Agriculture Lesson Series’ launched by Valent USA, FFA
Valent U.S.A. has partnered with the National FFA Organization to provide teachers across the United States with a first-of-its-kind “Sustainability in Agriculture Lesson Series.” Available through FFA’s educator resources platform, the curriculum is a free... more »
Growers aided by Vive Crop Protection, Marrone Bio crop protection solutions
Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc., a sustainable bioprotection and plant health solutions company, and Vive Crop Protection, a precision chemistry solutions firm and owner of the patented Allosperse technology, announced an agreement Aug. 6 that will... more »
Pam Marrone to chair board of Primary BioAg Innovations, Global BioAg Linkages
Primary BioAg Innovations and Global BioAg Linkages announced Aug. 4 that Pam Marrone will become chair of the board of directors and partner in both companies. According to a news release, Marrone will mentor the... more »
Vice president of marketing position at AgBiome filled by Kuhlemeier
AgBiome, a developer of products from the Earth's microbial communities, announced July 28 Jason Kuhlemeier has joined the company as vice president of marketing. According to a news release, Kuhlemeier has a long successful track... more »
Bio-stimulant for higher crop yields, securing bee population offered
GROPRO Corp., a U.S.-based producer and supplier of bio crop protection products has recently launched into the agricultural market with a quick and steady stream of products. GROPRO combines enthusiasm and knowledge along with a... more »