Breeding animals to produce more muscle could reduce the feed, water and emissions involved in meat production, researchers suggest.

Gene-silencing pesticides could offer farmers more targeted pest control, but EU regulators may need new guidance before approving them, researchers warn.

Research shows a 10% carbon-credit premium could quadruple biodiversity benefits without reducing carbon storage or returns for farmers.

Infertile egg meal could provide a sustainable, protein-rich broiler feed ingredient, cutting hatchery waste and reducing reliance on soybean meal.

Soft grippers and nature-inspired designs show promise, but robots struggle in real-world crops

The additional shade reduces evaporation and stress on the plants, all while generating clean electricity.

New research shows salt levels significantly influence soil carbon storage stability on farms.

Lower fertiliser rates reduced aphid pressure in greenhouse tomatoes while maintaining yields, suggesting nutrient management could support biological control.

A review from the University of Alicante argues that insect farming's focus on black soldier fly is overlooking other promising species better suited to regional feed, waste management and circular ec...

Researchers from the University of Reading and University of Greenwich have produced the first comprehensive estimate of the economic value of soil carbon sequestration in England and Wales, highlight...

Brazilian researchers have developed a biodegradable mulch film incorporating citronella oil that repels Bemisia tabaci while improving material performance and reducing egg-laying on strawberry plant...

Research from Germany suggests that plant biodiversity boomed in Europe’s Medieval centre, despite a concurrent rise in farming and trade – and that current land management policy could learn from the...

A gene tweak lets rice regrow after harvest, opening the door to multi-year crops that could dramatically transform agriculture’s climate impact.

A 60-year dataset reveals that the biggest driver of declining agricultural emissions is in fact more productivity on farms.

Cambridge startup Lambda agri has developed a sprayable, biodegradable coating that converts UV light into red wavelengths, boosting greenhouse crop yields while cutting reliance on artificial lightin...

Scientists in China have developed a sprayable RNA “origami” biopesticide that improved control of beet armyworm caterpillars in early lab trials.

A team of agri-scientists in China have outlined a framework for breeding crops that enhance soil carbon storage while maintaining — or even improving — productivity.

Swedish researchers show hoverflies can vector beneficial yeast to flowers, reducing grey mould and improving fruit quality.

An analysis of 18 ag-tech company closures in 2025 suggests economics and farmer adoption, not science, are the sector’s biggest barriers.

U.S. researchers have used RNA interference to engineer yeast that selectively kills spotted wing drosophila when delivered in a sugar bait, offering a potential new class of biorational insecticides.

Preventing planet-warming pollution by repurposing the carbon stored in plants

Researchers are examining whether basalt rock dust can improve soil pH and nutrient availability. FFF takes a look at what the current evidence shows.

Researchers in North America have linked hair cortisol levels in young pigs to stress behaviours and genetic markers, opening the door to breeding animals better able to cope with routine farm stresso...

A fibre made from waste milk protein could help growers improve the performance of peat-free growing media without reverting to peat-based mixes.

Feeding broilers Chlorella diets improves meat quality without harming welfare or productivity.

Scientists say farms of the future could swap straight rows for spiral-shaped fields to help robots work faster and use less energy.

InsectBiotech’s Ben Brown says insect farms must use true organic waste and low-energy setups to succeed.

Scientists have developed antimicrobial compounds that prevent udder infections in dairy cows without antibiotics, killing drug-resistant bacteria safely and sustainably in early farm trials.

Research finds insect farming’s impact depends on context, feed sources and regulation.

Researchers have found that adding oregano oil to broiler diets can cut Salmonella levels in young birds, pointing to a natural alternative to antibiotics.

Spanish study finds inoculation with fungus strains slows disease progression and boosts olive tree survival.

Australians question automation in farming, with doubts over ethics, ecology, and corporate control.

A common soil fungus, Trichoderma hamatum, produces natural vapours that suppress major crop diseases, offering farmers a greener alternative to fungicides.

Swiss scientists show intercropping oilseed rape with faba beans or decoys reduces damaging insect pests.

Sheep farmers can now breed lower-emission animals using rumen microbiome data — a heritable, scalable tool that supports climate goals without compromising flock performance.

A prototype rover developed in Bangladesh combines autonomous vegetable harvesting with real-time soil nutrient analysis – potentially helping farmers tackle labour shortages, cut input costs and opti...

Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy with AI could provide fast, low-cost soil carbon measurements for large-scale use.

From boosting meat quality to reducing environmental impact, hemp by-products are showing promise in livestock feed and pest control. Here’s what the latest research says.

Latin America now uses biological pest control more than any region, driven by practicality over sustainability.

Report reveals that UK agri-tech innovation is held back by regional funding disparities, poor commercialisation support, and weak ties with farmers.

A field trial in India found that a mixture of cow urine and neem oil reduced key citrus pests by nearly 50%, offering a cost-effective, organic alternative to chemical sprays for acid lime growers.

Biotech tools to fight mycotoxins in food and feed show promise, but barriers like cost, co-contamination and scalability hinder progress, researchers say.

Experts say AI is not only essential to meet global food demand by 2050, but uniquely suited to tackle farming’s most pressing challenges.

Neurotoxin from one of the world's most venomous scorpions may be a powerful, sustainable bioinsecticide that works against resistant pests.

Many advances in digital agriculture focus on improving farm productivity — but there’s scope to use them to help improve farmers’ health and wellbeing, too. Researchers from Italy sought to do just t...

Incorporating Cannabis sativa residues into broiler diets can enhance meat quality and flavour without affecting bird performance. Researchers in Thailand tested the impact of leftover hemp materials,...

Sustainable aphid control is one of the major priorities for pest scientists — and researchers from China may have found a novel solution in the form of a widely-used food additive.

Robots have a bright future in African agriculture, according to an expert on the sector.

There are few bigger enemies for an aphid than ladybirds — but the threat from the predatory beetles could be about to get even greater.

The impact on soil carbon sequestration of best practices in land management such conservation tillage and incorporating straw into soil may be significantly underestimated under current measurement a...