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Stronger Canola, Secure Yields: NRGene Canada’s Breakthrough in Clubroot Resistance

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New Genetic Advancements Provide Durable Protection Against Emerging Virulent Pathotypes

SASKATOON, SK, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NRGene Canada, a global leader in AI-driven genomics for crop improvement, has achieved a major breakthrough in clubroot-resistant trait for canola, providing durable protection against one of the most destructive threats to canola crops. With Canada’s canola industry now valued at $43.7 billion annually—more than doubled in the past decade—this innovation is crucial for ensuring long-term yield security and sustainability.

Clubroot, caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae, is a destructive soilborne fungal disease that threatens canola production worldwide, often leading to severe yield losses. While growers have relied on first-generation resistance sources, primarily from the Mendel donor, new virulent pathotypes (3A, 2B, and 5X) have emerged, overcoming existing resistance and putting yields at risk.

NRGene Canada’s latest innovation introduces two new donor lines that demonstrate full resistance to multiple Canadian pathotypes, including the highly aggressive 5X strain. The resistance genes were identified, mapped, and stabilized in spring and winter canola backgrounds using molecular genomics-assisted backcrossing, ensuring long-term protection, durability, and adaptability in commercial breeding programs.

Key breakthroughs:

Five Resistance QTLs Identified – Comprehensive genomic trait mapping identified five key regions associated with the resistance.Complete Resistance in Advanced Breeding Lines – Newly developed BC2F2 backcrossed lines and hybrids showed no disease symptoms under severe infection conditions.Marker-Assisted Breeding for Commercialization: The resistance loci have been integrated into elite spring and winter canola backgrounds, making them ready for introgression into commercial hybrids.

“We are thrilled to introduce a game-changing approach to clubroot resistance breeding,” said Masood Rizvi, General Manager of NRGene Canada. “By delivering a durable and stable resistance solution, we empower seed companies and farmers with stronger, more resilient canola varieties-ensuring consistent yields and sustainability in the face of evolving disease pressures.”

“This achievement demonstrates how AI-driven genomics accelerates disease resistance breeding, helping us develop stronger, more resilient crops faster,” said Gil Ronen, CEO of NRGene. “Our latest advancement in clubroot resistance is a clear example of how technology can provide real, lasting solutions for farmers. We look forward to working with leading seed producers to bring these resistant varieties to market and support growers in the fight against emerging threats.”

Next Steps Toward Market Adoption and commercialization 

To drive the commercialization of clubroot-resistant canola, NRGene Green has been established as a sister company to NRGene Canada. All Canola R&D, commercialization efforts, and intellectual property—past and future—are now under NRGene Green.

NRGene Green is actively partnering with seed companies, growers, and research institutions to accelerate market adoption. The resistant lines and DNA markers are now available for commercial breeding programs, enabling the development of high-yielding, clubroot-resistant hybrids suited for both Canadian and global markets.

About NRGene Canada

NRGene Canada, a wholly owned subsidiary of NRGene Technologies Ltd. (TASE: NRGN), is a leading AgTech company leveraging AI and big data to accelerate genetic advancements in agriculture. Focused on developing cutting-edge genomic solutions, NRGene Canada drives IP development projects to advance Canadian agriculture and the Canadian animal feed industry. The company is at the forefront of transforming agriculture and food waste into a sustainable animal feed production.

About NRGene Green

NRGene Green, a sister company of NRGene Canada, is dedicated to advancing canola research and commercialization. By integrating AI-driven genomics and molecular breeding, NRGene Green develops and delivers innovative, high-performance canola traits, including next-generation disease resistance, to support seed companies and growers worldwide.

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Daphna Tako
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NRGene
daphna.tako@nrgene.com

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HR Path Strengthens its Australian Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia

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PARIS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, today announces its strategic acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a Brisbane-based company specialising in payroll compliance, remediation, workforce management and HR systems consulting.

Founded in 2009, Payroll Experts Australia has delivered more than 530 projects for over 260 organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Independent of any software vendor, the company supports employers across the full payroll, workforce management and HR systems lifecycle, with expertise spanning payroll compliance and audit, remediation, award and agreement interpretation, payroll processing, advisory and end-to-end systems implementation.

The acquisition strengthens HR Path’s ability to provide end-to-end HR transformation services across the ANZ market. Payroll Experts Australia’s specialist capabilities complement HR Path’s existing HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors expertise, enabling the combined organisation to support clients with a broader range of locally grounded services, from strategic advisory and systems implementation to payroll compliance and operational support. 

Payroll Experts Australia will continue to operate under the brand “Payroll Experts Australia, an HR Path Company”. Its leadership team and employees will remain in their current roles, ensuring continuity of service for clients while giving the business access to HR Path’s international capabilities and resources. 

The transaction builds on HR Path’s expansion in the region. HR Path has been active in Australia since 2019, following the acquisition of DDG. It opened an Australian office in 2024 and acquired RKM Consulting in 2025, strengthening its HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors capabilities across Australia and New Zealand.  

“The acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a company renowned for its expertise in payroll compliance, is a strategic move that supports our ambition to be the global reference in HR transformation,” said François Boulet, Co-founding Partner at HR Path. “Their deep knowledge and strong client relationships in Australia complement our global capabilities, enabling us to deliver even more value to our clients. This partnership is about synergy, innovation, and shared commitment to excellence.”

“We are very happy about this new chapter!” said Steve Keenaghan, Chief Executive Officer at Payroll Experts Australia. “This step opens up exciting opportunities for our team and our clients and ensures our continued growth and success. We will maintain our commitment to delivering exceptional, independent payroll expertise while exploring new possibilities within HR Path.”

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Fabienne LATOUR  Fabienne.latour@hr-path.com

 

 

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Sungrow Powers Up for All Energy Australia 2026 With New Residential Innovation and Full Ecosystem Showcase

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the global leader in PV inverter and energy storage solutions, is set to make a strong return to All Energy Australia 2026, the region’s largest and most influential renewable energy exhibition. It will introduce its next-generation all-in-one residential flagship PowerHarbour, alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies for residential, C&I, and utility-scale applications.

As Australia accelerates toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, Sungrow’s presence at All Energy will once again serve as a central meeting point for industry leaders, installers, innovators, and policymakers. The booth will offer visitors a rich blend of product demonstrations, technical insights, interactive experiences, and opportunities to connect with Sungrow’s local engineering and sales teams.

A New Addition to Residential Energy Storage

At the upcoming All-Energy 2026, Sungrow will officially unveil PowerHarbour in Australia for the first time. It is a residential all in one solution designed to simplify energy independence for homeowners. It combines sleek design, intelligent integration, advanced safety features and a modular design that can deliver up to 120kWh of capacity. The enhanced AFCI 3.0 protection makes it one of the most flexible and homeowner‑friendly systems on the market. The result is a clean, integrated solution that empowers households to take control of their energy with confidence and ease.

C&I Solutions for Diverse Applications

The exhibition will also showcase Sungrow’s C&I portfolio, including PowerKeeper, deployed across diverse Australian environments, and the ST255CS liquid-cooled BESS cabinet, designed for applications such as microgrid stability and FCAS. Together, these solutions demonstrate Sungrow’s capabilities in delivering flexible, reliable energy storage for a wide range of commercial and industrial needs.

Utility-Scale Innovation on Display

For utility developers and EPCs, Sungrow will present a full-size PowerTitan 3.0, giving visitors a rare opportunity to see the battery container up close. Together, PowerTitan 3.0 and 1+X modular inverter demonstrate advanced energy storage, grid-forming capabilities, and flexible deployment for complex project environment. Backed by dedicated local project management, comprehensive technical support, and a growing project pipeline across Australia and New Zealand.

Visit Sungrow at Booth KK123

Sungrow invites all attendees to visit Booth KK123 at All Energy Australia 2026 to experience its latest residential, commercial, and utility‑scale innovations firsthand. Attendees can expect a vibrant and engaging atmosphere throughout the day featuring lucky draws with exciting prizes, free premium coffee, photobooth and insightful presentations. The booth promises a full day of discovery, connection, and inspiration. Sungrow looks forward to welcoming partners, customers, and renewable energy enthusiasts as we continue powering Australia’s clean energy future together.

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AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging to Demonstrate Privacy-First AI Traffic Sensing at Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona

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FREMONT, Calif. and BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging will exhibit together at Smart City Expo World Congress, November 3–5, 2026, at Fira Barcelona Gran Vía.

The two companies proposed AI-VIVA (Vision Intelligence for València and Arterials) and is selected as a finalist in the fifth urban challenge of Barcelona Innova Lab Mobility (BILM), on the application of artificial intelligence to traffic-light regulation. AI-VIVA combines AglaiaSense’s edge-AI traffic solutions with Leopard Imaging’s patented privacy architecture. At the show, the team will give a live demonstration of AglaiaSense’s signature MS500 and GS500 cameras, with the AglaiaSense AI Box, powered by NVIDIA, which adds local processing to coordinate groups of neighboring intersections.

The cameras analyze images inside the device, using the Sony IMX500 and IMX501 intelligent vision sensors. They count and classify vehicles, buses, cyclists and pedestrians in real time. Raw video is discarded on the device within 400–800 milliseconds, and only anonymous metadata is transmitted. Cities can feed that data into signal-control software to adapt traffic lights to real demand.

MS500: about 2 W average power, 1080p, powered from a standard NEMA or ZHAGA street-light socket.

GS500: about 6.5 W average, dual 4K cameras, with Ethernet, LTE Cat 4 and GPS; powered by PoE, 12–24 V DC or a NEMA adapter.

Both cameras: IP66-rated, −20 °C to +65 °C, mounted on existing poles, so no trenching or new masts are needed.

Bandwidth: more than 95% lower than CCTV-based monitoring.

“Cities want safer, smoother streets without turning every crossing into a surveillance point,” said Leon Luo, CEO of AglaiaSense. “Being named a finalist in Barcelona tells us the approach resonates.”

“Privacy has to be built into the camera, not added later,” said Bill Pu, CEO of Leopard Imaging.

AglaiaSense’s solutions are deployed across North America and Asia, and the company won first place in the Pedestrian Safety Challenge Hackathon, run by the Edge AI Foundation (formerly the tinyML Foundation) and the City of San José. In field tests, the systems achieved detection and counting accuracy above 95%. The City of Lakewood, Colorado, compared the GS500 with traditional IP cameras and LiDAR on real roads and found it more accurate, more energy-efficient, and less costly to deploy. At a high-risk crossing where pedestrians often crossed outside the crosswalk, the system alerted approaching drivers in real time.

Visit us at Pavilion 3, Level 0, Street D, Stand 71. To book a meeting, email sales@aglaiasense.com.

About AglaiaSense

AglaiaSense, is an edge-AI company specializing in privacy-first, vision-based sensing for smart cities. Its GS500 and MS500 cameras run AI on the image sensor to count and classify road users in real time and send only anonymous metadata.

About Leopard Imaging

Leopard Imaging is a global leader in high-definition embedded cameras and AI-based imaging solutions in industries including automotive, aerospace, drones, IoT, and robotics.

Media contact:

Cathy Zhao

+1 (408) 263-0988

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