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HUXLEY — A new generation of plant-friendly microscopic bacteria and fungi is increasing crop yields as much as 10 percent in test plots, according to Monsanto and Novozymes executives speaking last week at a BioAg Alliance Media Day.“This is a game changer, a transformational event in the evolution of agriculture,” said World Food Prize laureate Robb Fraley, Monsanto executive vice president and chief technology officer.St.