Immigration Policy, Psychological Safety and the Future of STEM Talent in the UK

The UK’s ambition to remain a global leader in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) depends not only on technical capability, but on people and their ability to contribute fully, challenge ideas and innovate without fear.

Fungi to the Rescue: Sustainable Nitrogen Solutions

Each year, millions of tonnes of nitrogen fertiliser are lost to the environment, contaminating waterways and releasing potent greenhouse gases. With fertiliser prices soaring and soils under strain, the need for nature-based nitrogen solutions has never been more urgent.

Fermentation at the Core of FA Bio’s Path to Commercialisation

At FA Bio, the ability to scale microbial candidates from early-stage research to field-ready solutions is central to discovering products that meet the needs of growers while supporting natural ecosystems. A key part of this journey is our bioreactor.

FA Bio to launch a bioinsecticide project with Bayer

Harpenden, UK — FA Bio, a pioneer in microbial solutions for regenerative agriculture, today announced a sponsored proof-of-concept (PoC) with Bayer’s Crop Science division, co-sponsored by EIT Food, to advance fungal bioinsecticides targeting Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle (CSFB) in oilseed rape (OSR). The collaboration validates FA Bio’s discovery platform with one of the world’s largest agriculture innovators to support the discovery of nature-based regenerative alternatives to conventional pesticides.

FA Bio closes ground breaking dual-action biopesticide project for wheat, advancing sustainable farming solutions

FA Bio, a pioneer in microbial solutions for regenerative agriculture, proudly announces the successful completion of its Novel Dual-Action Biopesticide for wheat project, aimed at transforming crop protection for UK wheat farmers. The project, funded by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and UKRI’s Transforming Food Production Challenge under the Farming Innovation … Read more

FA Bio licenses two microbes to IFF’s Crop Biologicals division to advance microbial solutions for crop health

FA Bio, a leader in the discovery of sustainable agricultural products, has extended a license agreement on two microbials to IFF’s Crop Biologicals business.

FA Bio awarded over £17,500 by BBSRC Innovation Grant Scheme

Recipients of an important grant for companies making agriculture part of the solution to combat climate change FA Bio, the revolutionary agriculture microbial discovery and development company, is allocated a £17,606 grant from the BBSRC Campus Impact Acceleration Grant Scheme, supporting tenants of Rothamsted Enterprises and companies in the SHAKE Climate Change Programme.. FA Bio … Read more