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Precision Ag News Highlights – June 27th

1. Michigan State University Research Grant: MSU researchers received a $750,000 grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to study the climate change mitigation potential of switchgrass cropping systems.
2. Sky Power International Online Shop: Sky Power International launched a new online shop offering innovative propulsion solutions for UAVs.
3. American Soybean Association Biotechnology Research: ASA staff published a new article on the benefits of biotechnology for U.S. soybean farmers, focusing on plant molecular farming.
4. Nutrien’s Sustainable Agriculture Commitment: Nutrien committed $1 million over four years to support sustainable rice farming practices in six states through the Rice Stewardship Program.
5. Syngenta’s Sustainability Initiatives: Syngenta introduced four new sustainability priorities aimed at improving crop productivity, soil health, rural prosperity, and sustainable operations.
6. Tampa Bay Sun FC and BRANDT Partnership: Tampa Bay Sun FC partnered with BRANDT to educate fans on reducing food waste through community programs and gameday activities.
7. BeeHero’s ESG Impact: BeeHero’s Precision Pollination as a Service saved 629 million bees, avoided 1,174 tonnes of CO2 emissions, and increased pollinated acres by over 240%.
8. Biolevel Ltd. CEO Appointment: Bill Cordingley, former Rabobank executive, was appointed CEO of Biolevel Ltd. to lead its growth in the global biological nutrition market.
9. Bayer’s Blockbuster Products: Bayer announced plans to launch ten blockbuster products in the next decade, each expected to generate significant revenue and support regenerative agriculture.
10. Meristem Crop Performance Leadership: Nathan Louiso joined Meristem Crop Performance as Vice President and National Sales Manager to enhance the company’s sales organization and product delivery systems.
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