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"Thrilled to have participated in the National Webinar on Botanical Entrepreneurship! 🌱🌿 It was an enriching experience that broadened my understanding of the business potential in plant sciences and biotechnology. Looking forward to applying this knowledge to future projects and ventures in the field of biotechnology." #BotanicalEntrepreneurship #PlantScience #Biotechnology #Webinar #Sustainability #Innovation

Today, The Aotearoa Circle, with support from PwC New Zealand and AGMARDT (The Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust) (The Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust) have released the report: Modern Genetic Technology: Applications in Aotearoa Food and Fibre Production This report has been prepared to raise awareness of possible futures for modern genetic technologies, or biotechnology in New Zealand. It investigates the possible application of genetic technology in relation to the New Zealand food and fibre system, looking at the associated environmental impacts and risks. The report includes several case studies, selected to show a range of different technologies across different production systems. It does not provide recommendations – this report is about what we could do, not what we should do in Aotearoa. Click here to read the report: https://lnkd.in/gZS4dnG6

"Imagine having the power of the ‘pen’ to write and edit the genetic composition of crops to improve their quality, composition, yield and environmental resilience?" Discover more about the Golden Age of biotechnology in this article by Dr. Wendy Srnic, VP, Biotechnology at Corteva Agriscience.

📣Biotechnology Mapping Has Begun 👉First meetings between the project partners to define mapping methods in their respective regions for biotechnologies applicable to the agri-food sector. 👉This activity, part of the BioTech2Agri project funded by the Italy-Slovenia Program 2021-2027, is crucial in preparing the support that will be offered to companies in 2025. The project aims to create a service package for businesses, designed to assess the technical feasibility and economic sustainability of development paths based on the use of biotechnologies in various sectors (food, livestock, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, etc.). 👉Additionally, a series of cross-border events will be organized to engage local stakeholders and explore timely topics, such as biotechnology, a field rich in potential but still underexplored. 👉BioTech2Agri, launched in April 2024, is a project funded by the Italy-Slovenia Program 2021-2027, led by the Regijska razvojna agencija ROD Ajdovščina, with the participation of: Venetian Cluster, Znanstveno-raziskovalno središče Koper, Fondazione Agrifood & Bioeconomy FVG, Informest – Center for Services and Documentation for International Economic Cooperation, and Primorski tehnološki park #biotech2agri #interregitaslo

Have you heard of Frenzy? This unique enzyme produced by beneficial bacteria is scientifically proven to positively affect mitochondria, which are responsible for producing energy within cells. By removing and concentrating this enzyme, Frenzy has been shown to increase plant response and benefit, as well as improve tank mix compatibilities. This biotechnology helps plants withstand and recover from stress, while also boosting nutrient efficiency. Frenzy is especially effective under heat and drought stress in both row crops and specialty crop production. Give your plants the support they need with Frenzy! Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q02yVtrH0

"We are here today to partake in this very important event, ICoB24, because of the critical role that Agricultural Biotechnology can play in advancing Katsina State." Katsina State Government #BiotechRevolution #AdvanceNijaWithBiotech #Biotech4EconomicGrowth #BiotechEconomy #Biotech4Growth #GrowWithBiotech #BiotechFuture #ThinkBiotechnology #ChooseBiotech

This is a very important discussion for us to have as a country....are we failing our future generations by closing out our options? Or are we protecting their future? This report provides a great platform to have an informed discussion and debate.....thanks Aotearoa Circle and all those who contributed. #biodiversity #outcomes

Check out the latest in the CNAS Biotech Matters commentary series ⬇

Today, I presented my thesis project "Investigating the presence of yeast in ensiled Multispecies and Perennial Ryegrass-White clover grasses using PCR" as part of the Master in Agricultural Biotechnology from Dundalk Institute of Technology in Ireland. From September 2023 to September 2024, it has been an incredible experience where I learned more about agritechnologies and met awesome people. #studingabroad #agtech #biotechnology

New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), such as gene-editing through the use of #biotechnology like CRISPR-Cas9, have the ability to create much more resilient and environmentally sustainable crop production around the world. This is a benefit to both farmers and consumers. The Biotechnology Innovation Organization supports the idea behind a new regulatory pathway in Europe for gene-edited plants. #Biotech has the ability to help Feed, Fuel, and Heal the world.