Press Releases

Veteran Grower Chris Weaver Partners with Locus Agriculture, Concept AgriTek, and AgroTech USA to Set Non-irrigated Soybean Yield Record
Collaborative biological + foliar program delivers 154.98 bu./acre, showing what’s possible when farmers and trusted input partners work together. FINKSBURG, MD (Jan. 13, 2026) —…
January 20, 2026 by Anastasia Price
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Experts Predict Higher 2025 Row Crop Yields with Newly Released Biologicals
Trial results validate recently launched foliar, inoculant and box-applied biologicals are setting row crop farmers up for major productivity gains…
January 21, 2025 by Teresa DeJohn
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US Farmers Combat Soil Compaction, Boost Yields Up to 34% with New Biosurfactant
Soil compaction impacts 68M acres of US farmland, cutting yields by up to 60%. Unpac biosurfactant breaks up compacted soil…
October 10, 2024 by Teresa DeJohn
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CIBO Technologies and Anew Climate Announce Agreement to Deploy CIBO Impact for the Locus Agriculture Carbon Offset Program
An agreement with CIBO Technologies and Anew Climate provides Locus AG CarbonNOW growers access to CIBO Impact, an award-winning, science-based…
July 22, 2024 by Teresa DeJohn
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Newly Released Data Confirms Substantial Yield Increases with Biologicals
Newly released data shows Locus AG biologicals brought significant yield increases, 4-37%, across 23 crop categories.
March 7, 2024 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agriculture Unveils Six New Biological In-Furrow and Seed Treatments
In a move set to revolutionize carbon farming, Locus Agriculture (Locus AG) announced enhancements to its flagship CarbonNOW® program set…
February 1, 2024 by Michella Dilworth
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Locus Agriculture Joins Reykjavik Protocol to Implement Standardized Structure for Nature-Based Credit Generation
Locus AG announced its participation among 40 companies in the pioneering Reykjavik Protocol, an international initiative for responsible nature-based environmental…

September 21, 2023 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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US Farmers to Boost ROI by Up to $4k per Acre With New Biologicals
Developed by Locus Agriculture (Locus AG), Rhizolizer is a line of agricultural biologicals composed of carefully selected strains of endophytic…
July 19, 2023 by Locus FS
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New Soil Biologicals Increase U.S. Wheat Production Earning Farmers $46 More Per Acre
October 13, 2022 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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11 Crop-Specific Agricultural Biologicals Launched to Boost Yields and Grow Farmers’ Bottom Lines
September 21, 2022 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Future of Food: Locus AG Named a FoodTech 500
Locus Agricultural Solutions® (Locus AG) has joined the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) as its newest innovator member. The startup will join over 200…
March 24, 2022 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Syngenta Highlights Locus AG’s Ability to Reduce Nitrous Oxide Emissions and Boost Carbon Sequestration as Top Innovation
Soil Probiotics That Minimize Greenhouse Gases Drive Selection of Agtech Startup as Innovation Challenge Award Winner
December 8, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Phosphorus-Solubilizing Pantego® Soil Amendments from Locus AG Shortlisted for Best New Biological in Crop Science Awards
Unique soil probiotic technologies chosen for proven performance in boosting yields and maximizing nutrient-use efficiency for higher ROI
November 2, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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New Tools Help Growers Navigate Rising NPK Input Prices: Soil Technology Expansions and Customized Treatments from Locus AG
Locus AG expands Rhizolizer and Pantego soil technologies with new customized treatments to help growers navigate rising NPK input prices.
October 13, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Named Finalist for Syngenta Innovation Challenge at World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit 2021
Locus AG has been selected as a finalist for the Syngenta Innovation Challenge from hundreds of start-ups around the globe.…
September 28, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Leading Agricultural Research Universities Show Substantial Reductions in Nitrous Oxide Emissions with Rhizolizer® Duo Soil Probiotic Technology
Locus AG releases results showing N2O emission reductions in multiple greenhouse and field studies conducted by South Dakota State and…
July 8, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus AG Launches Second Line of Carbon-Accelerating Soil Probiotic Technologies with Added Phosphorus Benefits
New Pantego™ soil technology with added phosphorous benefits gives farmers the upper hand in crop performance and environmental impact across…
June 15, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Technology Advancements Drive Top Agriculture Executives to Take New Leadership Positions at Locus AG
Agtech startup’s successful soil probiotic technologies and carbon platform are attracting key industry talent
April 15, 2021 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Red Herring Selects Locus Agricultural Solutions as A Top 100 North America Winner
Locus Agricultural Solutions has been selected as a winner for one of the technology industry’s most prestigious prizes: Red Herring’s Top 100 North…
November 20, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus AG Named A New 50 to Watch by Cleantech Group for Farming Solutions That Combat the Climate Crisis
Agtech B Corp™ Locus Agricultural Solutions has been named a top startup in Cleantech Group’s New 50 to Watch List for developing climate solutions that accelerate carbon…
October 29, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions® Becomes Newest Innovator Member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)
Locus Agricultural Solutions has joined the World Business Council for Sustainable Development as its newest innovator member.
July 9, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus AG Continues Building Executive Bench by Hiring VP of Environmental Platforms
Locus Agricultural Solutions has hired Shane Head as Vice President of Environmental Platforms.
May 21, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus AG Wins NREL’s Industry Growth Forum 2020 Outstanding Venture Award
Locus Agricultural Solutions received an Outstanding Venture Award from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory at its annual…
May 12, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Selected to Present at NREL’s Industry Growth Forum 2020
Locus AG is presenting its award-winning biotechnology for fighting climate change and increasing food security to investors and industry representatives at NREL’s Industry Growth Forum 2020.
April 27, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Honors Earth Day by Donating Climate-Smart Technology to Help Farmers Offset Economic Losses from COVID-19
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Locus AG will be accepting nominations to donate its award-winning soil “probiotic” technology to farmers…
April 20, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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AgGrad Announces Locus AG’s Keith Heidecorn Part of the 30 Under 30 Class for 2020
AgGrad announced Keith Heidecorn, of Locus Agricultural Solutions, as one of the winners of the 2020 AgGrad 30 Under 30 Awards.
April 7, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Brings on New CEO to Drive Climate-Smart Farming Initiatives
Locus AG has hired Grant Aldridge to drive its sustainability initiatives as Chief Executive Officer.
March 31, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus AG Only U.S.-Based Finalist For Boldest AgriTech Global Award
Locus AG's CarbonNOW™ program has been selected as the only U.S.-based finalist in the AgriTech category for the global BOLD…
February 3, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Partnership Between Locus AG and Nori Sets the Stage for Monetizing Carbon Farming
Two of the most innovative startups in the carbon farming space, Locus AG and Nori, announced a partnership that provides a pathway for…
January 29, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Cleantech Forum SF Taps Locus AG’s Chief Agronomist to Address Trend and Benefits of Agriculture Moving from Chemicals to Biologicals
Dr. Paul Zorner, Locus AG’s Chief Agronomist and CEO Emeritus, and Karthik Karathur, Locus AG’s President, will be at the Cleantech Forum San…
January 27, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Forbes Prestigious 30 Under 30 List for Science Honors Locus AG’s VP of Agricultural Operations
Forbes Prestigious 30 Under 30 List honors Alex Fotsch, VP of Agricultural Operations at Locus Agricultural Solutions in the science…
January 8, 2020 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Joins World Leaders at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 25) to Discuss Transforming Food and Agriculture Systems into Essential Climate Solutions
Locus AG is attending the UN Climate Summit in Madrid for a Marrakech Partnership Roundtable on how to transform food and agriculture systems into essential climate solutions.
December 2, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Rhizolizer Named Top Biological Tool for Carbon Removal and Agricultural Productivity
Rhizolizer won Best New Biological Product of 2019 in the Crop Science Awards’ category based on its ability to remove record…
November 14, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions’ Organic Soil “Probiotic” Named a Finalist for 2019 Best New Biological Product
Rhizolizer is a global finalist for Best New Biological Product of the Year, according to Agribusiness Intelligence.
October 22, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions Becomes One of the First Ag Input Suppliers Globally To Receive B Corp Certification
Locus AG announced that it is one of the first ag input suppliers globally to become a Certified B Corporation,…
September 24, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Forbes Taps Locus Agricultural Solutions CEO for Insights on How Microbes are Transforming Farming
With more than 40 years of global experience applying novel technology to microbial and conventional agriculture, Locus AG CEO Dr.…
September 17, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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International Citrus and Beverage Conference Highlights Use of Soil “Probiotics” to Combat HLB and Carbon Challenges
Locus AG's CEO Dr. Paul Zorner is presenting on the use of agricultural "probiotics" to improve crop productivity and soil…
September 11, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions CEO to Present Revolutionary Soil “Probiotics” at the 2019 Ag Innovation Showcase
At Larta Institute Ag Innovation Showcase 2019, Locus AG will be presenting the company’s industry-first fermentation technology and soil “probiotic” line.
August 15, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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New Unmatched Carbon Sequestration Data Highlights Immediate Solution to Climate Change
Locus AG reports record levels of up to 121% more carbon sequestered in land treated with its breakthrough line of…
August 7, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Gevo Begins Field Trials to Amplify Soil Carbon Sequestration Using Locus AG “Probiotics”
Gevo, Inc. announces a partnership with Locus Agricultural Solutions to trial a new "probiotic" technology that is expected to improve…
July 31, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Soil “Probiotics” Highlighted as Solution to Plant Productivity and Carbon Reduction at World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
Agriculture leaders discussed the latest solutions in ag tech, such as the use of fresh soil “probiotics”, during the 2019 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology.
July 8, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Ernst & Young Announces Andrew Lefkowitz as an Entrepreneur of the Year® for the East Central Region
Andrew Lefkowitz, the co-founder, chairman and CEO of Locus Fermentation Solutions, has been named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® for…
June 17, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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EarthX Reduces Carbon Footprint with Organic Soil “Probiotics” from Locus Agricultural Solutions
EarthX 2019 will pull carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during the largest environmental event, thanks to a new and innovative…
April 26, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Patented “Probiotics” Yield Rapid Impacts on Greenhouse Gases & Agricultural Productivity
Positive data is confirming there is a unique solution to reduce greenhouse gases that’s working today through an unexpected source:…
March 26, 2019 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Organic Certification of “Probiotics” for Agriculture Use Approved
Using fresh, customizable “probiotic” treatments to increase crop productivity from the ground up has quickly become a primary strategy for…
November 15, 2018 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Unique “Probiotic” for Crops Receives Expanded Regulatory Approvals
Locus Agricultural Solutions is the driving force behind impressive increases in crop productivity resulting from using fresh, customized “probiotics” to…
August 9, 2018 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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New Data Confirms Benefits of Microbial Solution Use in Citrus, Sod and More
The trend of using microbial-based solutions to address top industry challenges continues to grow, thanks in part to the launch…
April 4, 2018 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Locus Agricultural Solutions™ Develops Game-Changing Microbial Production Process & Chemical Alternatives
Production challenges are at an all-time high for many crops, and an Ohio-based company is developing natural, microbial-based products that…
January 30, 2018 by amurphy@locusfs.com
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Press Releases

Veteran Grower Chris Weaver Partners with Locus Agriculture, Concept AgriTek, and AgroTech USA to Set Non-irrigated Soybean Yield Record

Experts Predict Higher 2025 Row Crop Yields with Newly Released Biologicals

US Farmers Combat Soil Compaction, Boost Yields Up to 34% with New Biosurfactant

CIBO Technologies and Anew Climate Announce Agreement to Deploy CIBO Impact for the Locus Agriculture Carbon Offset Program

Newly Released Data Confirms Substantial Yield Increases with Biologicals

Locus Agriculture Unveils Six New Biological In-Furrow and Seed Treatments

Locus Agriculture Joins Reykjavik Protocol to Implement Standardized Structure for Nature-Based Credit Generation

US Farmers to Boost ROI by Up to $4k per Acre With New Biologicals

New Soil Biologicals Increase U.S. Wheat Production Earning Farmers $46 More Per Acre

11 Crop-Specific Agricultural Biologicals Launched to Boost Yields and Grow Farmers’ Bottom Lines

Future of Food: Locus AG Named a FoodTech 500

Syngenta Highlights Locus AG’s Ability to Reduce Nitrous Oxide Emissions and Boost Carbon Sequestration as Top Innovation

Phosphorus-Solubilizing Pantego® Soil Amendments from Locus AG Shortlisted for Best New Biological in Crop Science Awards

New Tools Help Growers Navigate Rising NPK Input Prices: Soil Technology Expansions and Customized Treatments from Locus AG

Locus Agricultural Solutions Named Finalist for Syngenta Innovation Challenge at World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit 2021

Leading Agricultural Research Universities Show Substantial Reductions in Nitrous Oxide Emissions with Rhizolizer® Duo Soil Probiotic Technology

Locus AG Launches Second Line of Carbon-Accelerating Soil Probiotic Technologies with Added Phosphorus Benefits

Technology Advancements Drive Top Agriculture Executives to Take New Leadership Positions at Locus AG

Red Herring Selects Locus Agricultural Solutions as A Top 100 North America Winner

Locus AG Named A New 50 to Watch by Cleantech Group for Farming Solutions That Combat the Climate Crisis

Locus Agricultural Solutions® Becomes Newest Innovator Member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)

Locus AG Continues Building Executive Bench by Hiring VP of Environmental Platforms

Locus AG Wins NREL’s Industry Growth Forum 2020 Outstanding Venture Award

Locus Agricultural Solutions Selected to Present at NREL’s Industry Growth Forum 2020

Locus Agricultural Solutions Honors Earth Day by Donating Climate-Smart Technology to Help Farmers Offset Economic Losses from COVID-19

AgGrad Announces Locus AG’s Keith Heidecorn Part of the 30 Under 30 Class for 2020

Locus Agricultural Solutions Brings on New CEO to Drive Climate-Smart Farming Initiatives

Locus AG Only U.S.-Based Finalist For Boldest AgriTech Global Award

Partnership Between Locus AG and Nori Sets the Stage for Monetizing Carbon Farming

Cleantech Forum SF Taps Locus AG’s Chief Agronomist to Address Trend and Benefits of Agriculture Moving from Chemicals to Biologicals

Forbes Prestigious 30 Under 30 List for Science Honors Locus AG’s VP of Agricultural Operations

Locus Agricultural Solutions Joins World Leaders at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 25) to Discuss Transforming Food and Agriculture Systems into Essential Climate Solutions

Rhizolizer Named Top Biological Tool for Carbon Removal and Agricultural Productivity

Locus Agricultural Solutions’ Organic Soil “Probiotic” Named a Finalist for 2019 Best New Biological Product

Locus Agricultural Solutions Becomes One of the First Ag Input Suppliers Globally To Receive B Corp Certification

Forbes Taps Locus Agricultural Solutions CEO for Insights on How Microbes are Transforming Farming

International Citrus and Beverage Conference Highlights Use of Soil “Probiotics” to Combat HLB and Carbon Challenges

Locus Agricultural Solutions CEO to Present Revolutionary Soil “Probiotics” at the 2019 Ag Innovation Showcase

New Unmatched Carbon Sequestration Data Highlights Immediate Solution to Climate Change

Gevo Begins Field Trials to Amplify Soil Carbon Sequestration Using Locus AG “Probiotics”

Soil “Probiotics” Highlighted as Solution to Plant Productivity and Carbon Reduction at World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology

Ernst & Young Announces Andrew Lefkowitz as an Entrepreneur of the Year® for the East Central Region

EarthX Reduces Carbon Footprint with Organic Soil “Probiotics” from Locus Agricultural Solutions

Patented “Probiotics” Yield Rapid Impacts on Greenhouse Gases & Agricultural Productivity

Organic Certification of “Probiotics” for Agriculture Use Approved

Unique “Probiotic” for Crops Receives Expanded Regulatory Approvals

New Data Confirms Benefits of Microbial Solution Use in Citrus, Sod and More

Locus Agricultural Solutions™ Develops Game-Changing Microbial Production Process & Chemical Alternatives