String Bio, CLRRI complete field trial of its biostimulant in Vietnam

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By BL Mangaluru Bureau — December 2, 2025

String Bio and Vietnam’s Cuu Long Delta Rice Research Institute completed field trials of CleanRise, a foliar microbial biostimulant designed to boost nutrient-use efficiency and reduce grain sterility. Previous studies in India indicate up to 50% reductions in methane and nitrous oxide emissions, and the product works across AWD, TPR, DSR, and single-drainage systems. The findings align with Vietnam’s One Million Hectare Low-Carbon Rice Program, signaling scalable climate-smart gains for rice farmers.

Ju-LiteMobileAtt: A lightweight attention network for efficient jujube defect classification

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By Xiyuan Zhu, Hongtao Dang, Xiaoyuan Jin, Xun Li — December 2, 2025

Researchers introduced a lightweight deep-learning model that improves jujube defect classification accuracy by 1.72% over baseline while reducing parameters for edge deployment. The network’s attention modules capture subtle, low-contrast defects, enabling more reliable real-time quality sorting. Practical limitations remain for ultra high-speed lines, but planned hardware acceleration and dataset expansion aim to bridge the gap.

AquaCropPlotter: A Shiny app for visualizing and analyzing AquaCrop simulation results

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By Nattapong Sanguankiattichai, Andrea Setti, Jorge Alvar-Beltrán, Maher Salman, Dirk Raes, Riccardo Soldan — December 2, 2025

AquaCropPlotter streamlines batch processing, visualization, and basic analysis of FAO AquaCrop outputs—no coding required. Available as a web app, Windows installer, and R package, it turns complex text files into tidy tables and flexible plots. A Moldova case study shows how users can quickly compare sowing dates, climate scenarios, and management choices to inform decisions on yield and water productivity.

Integrated effects of anaerobic soil disinfestation and beneficial microbes in strawberry production

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By Baker D. Aljawasim, Patricia Richardson, Chuansheng Mei, Robert L. Chretien, J. Scott Lowman, Jayesh B. Samtani — December 2, 2025

Field trials show anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD) significantly reduces anthracnose and Botrytis fruit rot and suppresses weeds, with beneficial Bacillus inoculants further enhancing disease control and fruit firmness. While ASD improved several quality metrics, yields trailed chemical fumigation—suggesting supplemental nitrogen and protocol tuning could close the gap. The integrated approach offers a viable, non-fumigant pathway for organic and resource-limited growers.

IOT IN FARMING INTELLIGENCE REPORT 2025: SWOT ANALYSIS, SHARES, EMERGING TRENDS, INVESTMENT PROSPECTS AND REGIONAL HOTSPOTS

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By Research and Markets — December 2, 2025

The Global IoT in Farming market is valued at $12.04B (2024) and projected to reach $19.78B by 2030 (8.6% CAGR), driven by precision agriculture and sustainability imperatives. AI-powered predictive analytics is accelerating proactive management amid labor shortages, while high upfront costs remain a key adoption barrier. The report maps leading players and highlights growth across precision farming, smart irrigation, and livestock monitoring.

UST deploys Microsoft 365 Copilot and GitHub Copilot to accelerate AI-driven transformation

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By Not specified — December 2, 2025

UST is rolling out Microsoft 365 Copilot and GitHub Copilot across its global operations, building on training for 25,000 associates under its Take Flight with AI initiative. The move targets measurable productivity gains—faster engineering velocity, streamlined content development, and quicker insights—under enterprise-grade governance. The company frames the deployment as responsible AI at scale, with de-risked playbooks to speed adoption for clients.

Report shows how AI drives shift in UK engineering and consultancy sector

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By Anwesha Pattanaik — December 2, 2025

An ACE–Autodesk report finds 68% of UK sector leaders increasing tech investment, with AI boosting productivity by up to 40% and cutting overruns by as much as 25%. Rather than replacing engineers, AI augments expertise—prompting calls for ethical frameworks, skills development, and a National AI in Engineering Strategy. Case studies from major firms show AI already embedded in day-to-day design and analysis.

Les start-up françaises ont levé 351 millions d’euros en novembre

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By Raphael Hazan — December 2, 2025

French startups raised €351M across 34 rounds in November, with mobility leading thanks to Upway’s €55M round for refurbished e-bikes. Biotech/greentech and AI remained active, while the month also featured notable new-space financings. The mix underscores steady momentum in climate-linked sectors and circular-economy business models.

Wrapping up

From climate-smart rice and chemical-free strawberry production to AI-enabled analytics, engineering, and enterprise workflows, this week’s stories point to a common thread: practical innovation that lifts performance while shrinking footprints. Whether through biostimulants, IoT and modeling tools, or responsible AI, the sustainability agenda is increasingly about scaling what works. Stay tuned as we track how these ideas move from pilots and papers to everyday impact.