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Stevia compounds affect fall armyworm in laboratory tests

Stevioside had a lower LC50; leaf powder reduced the growth of larvae susceptible and resistant to Cry1Fa

19.08.2026 | 14:16 (UTC -3)

Stevia compounds affect fall armyworm in laboratory tests

João Silvatti is the new Marketing Leader at Rovensa Next.

The executive has over 15 years of experience in agribusiness and previously worked at Ihara.

19.08.2026 | 16:55 (UTC -3)

Drought worsens and reaches 52% of Brazilian territory in July.

The area affected by the phenomenon increased from 45% to 52% between June and July, according to the Drought Monitor.

19.08.2026 | 16:31 (UTC -3)

MS Safra 2025/26: Corn harvest progresses and reaches 63,9%

Aprosoja estimates that the pace of work is 2,9 percentage points below that recorded in the same period of the previous harvest.

19.08.2026 | 16:16 (UTC -3)

The bio-inputs market generates R$ 7 billion in Brazil.

The sector could reach R$10 billion by 2030; regulation, quality, and innovation are among the topics discussed at the XXII Relare.

19.08.2026 | 16:11 (UTC -3)

Private agricultural securities traded R$ 580,78 billion in July.

The stock includes 372 banknotes; new issues reached R$ 37,53 billion at the start of the 2026/27 harvest.

19.08.2026 | 15:43 (UTC -3)

Operation seizes 217 tons of adulterated fertilizer in Mato Grosso.

The establishment was not registered with the Ministry of Agriculture; inspectors also found irregularities in the labeling and traceability of the products.

19.08.2026 | 15:35 (UTC -3)

Heat and low humidity favor corn harvesting in Brazil.

Dry weather across much of the country has facilitated harvesting operations for the second crop.

19.08.2026 | 15:20 (UTC -3)

FMC appoints Patricia Smirmaul as global marketing manager.

The executive will be responsible for the global portfolio of chemical and biological insecticides.

19.08.2026 | 15:00 (UTC -3)

Massey Ferguson presents the MF 2700 tractor at Expointer 2026.

New product expands the company's presence in the compact tractor segment.

19.08.2026 | 14:39 (UTC -3)

Soybeans and corn present distinct scenarios in the global market

Corn gains strength, while soybeans await new signs of demand

19.08.2026 | 14:12 (UTC -3)

Autophagy limits CLCuMuV in whitefly

Cellular response reduces viral DNA in Bemisia tabaci, but does not restore begomovirus transmission.

19.08.2026 | 09:37 (UTC -3)

Wheat loses, apples win: the role of bees in the climate

German study points to differences between cereals, oilseeds and fruits under the influence of warming

19.08.2026 | 09:10 (UTC -3)

Organic fertilizer alters the nitrogen cycle in tobacco

Replacing 15% of mineral nitrogen with organic fertilizers reduced emissions and accelerated nitrogen cycling in the soil

19.08.2026 | 06:43 (UTC -3)

Centipede grass provides pollen for the development of bumblebees

Study indicates potential of Eremochloa ophiuroides as a resource for pollinators in late summer and autumn

19.08.2026 | 06:24 (UTC -3)

Brazil leads cotton exports in the 2025/26 crop year

Export volume grew 19% during the period; USDA projects Brazil will maintain its leadership in 2026/27

18.08.2026 | 16:52 (UTC -3)

Bacteria become transistors in living circuits developed at MIT

A system using Pantoea agglomerans performs logical operations and can support biological sensors in plants

18.08.2026 | 16:47 (UTC -3)

Inmet: weather forecast for Wednesday (19) and Thursday (20)

A cold front associated with an extratropical cyclone is favoring the formation of storms and a drop in temperature in the Southern Region.

18.08.2026 | 16:44 (UTC -3)

Agricultural Market - August 18, 2026

Exports remain strong; corn continues to hold its support.

18.08.2026 | 16:17 (UTC -3)

International workshop highlights technologies applied in agriculture.

The Brazil-China Crop Science Workshop will take place from August 31st to September 2nd at Esalq/USP, in Piracicaba (SP).

18.08.2026 | 16:07 (UTC -3)

Research confirms Erysiphe vignae in cowpea in Brazil

Study confirms first global record of the fungus associated with powdery mildew in Vigna unguiculata

18.08.2026 | 16:05 (UTC -3)

PR 2025/26 Harvest: Rains limit corn harvest

Deral's bulletin points to the effects of the rains on corn, wheat, vegetables and other crops in Paraná.

18.08.2026 | 15:58 (UTC -3)

The Bioinputs Law decree should move forward in the coming weeks.

The sector is awaiting regulation and is already preparing to discuss ordinances and other sub-legal acts.

18.08.2026 | 15:39 (UTC -3)

Heat wave in São Paulo demands extra vigilance from farmers.

The alert remains in effect until Wednesday (19), with temperatures up to 7°C above average and low humidity.

18.08.2026 | 15:34 (UTC -3)

Agricultural technology gains strength in the face of El Niño risks

High-performance machines allow for greater agility and precision to take advantage of favorable weather conditions during the harvest season

18.08.2026 | 15:24 (UTC -3)

Case IH expands Nutri-Tiller 1000 with a 16-row version

The new configuration combines strip tillage, early riser planting, and active guidance to expand operational capacity

18.08.2026 | 15:21 (UTC -3)

Soluble coffee exports rise 20% in July.

The sector is experiencing a positive moment with the exemption of US tariffs and the entry into force of the Mercosur-European Union agreement.

18.08.2026 | 15:18 (UTC -3)

Corn harvest shows high productivity in Coamo's areas.

Good crop performance increases the volume received and puts pressure on drying and storage capacity.

18.08.2026 | 15:12 (UTC -3)

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Cultivar Magazine - News and Technical Articles from the Agricultural Sector

Stevia compounds affect fall armyworm in laboratory tests

João Silvatti is the new Marketing Leader at Rovensa Next.

Drought worsens and reaches 52% of Brazilian territory in July.

MS Safra 2025/26: Corn harvest progresses and reaches 63,9%

The bio-inputs market generates R$ 7 billion in Brazil.

Private agricultural securities traded R$ 580,78 billion in July.

Operation seizes 217 tons of adulterated fertilizer in Mato Grosso.

Heat and low humidity favor corn harvesting in Brazil.

FMC appoints Patricia Smirmaul as global marketing manager.

Massey Ferguson presents the MF 2700 tractor at Expointer 2026.

Soybeans and corn present distinct scenarios in the global market

Autophagy limits CLCuMuV in whitefly

Wheat loses, apples win: the role of bees in the climate

Organic fertilizer alters the nitrogen cycle in tobacco

Centipede grass provides pollen for the development of bumblebees

Brazil leads cotton exports in the 2025/26 crop year

Bacteria become transistors in living circuits developed at MIT

Inmet: weather forecast for Wednesday (19) and Thursday (20)

Agricultural Market - August 18, 2026

International workshop highlights technologies applied in agriculture.

Research confirms Erysiphe vignae in cowpea in Brazil

PR 2025/26 Harvest: Rains limit corn harvest

The Bioinputs Law decree should move forward in the coming weeks.

Heat wave in São Paulo demands extra vigilance from farmers.

Agricultural technology gains strength in the face of El Niño risks

Case IH expands Nutri-Tiller 1000 with a 16-row version

Soluble coffee exports rise 20% in July.

Corn harvest shows high productivity in Coamo's areas.