Author: Dipti Barve
The renewable energy project in Singapore supports Nouryon’s broader climate goals to reduce its absolute Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 40 per cent by 2030 compared to 2019. Nouryon, a global specialty chemicals leader, announced a long-term agreement and the successful commissioning of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at its two production facilities on Jurong Island, in Singapore. Developed and installed by EDP Renewables APAC (EDP), this project marks the completion of Nouryon’s first power purchase agreement and onsite solar project in Singapore, representing a milestone in the Company’s global sustainability journey. The new solar PV systems have…
New partnership streamlines conservation planning and unlocks financial incentives for nitrogen efficiency practices. Pivot Bio, one of the world’s leading innovative agtech companies, and Taranis, the global leader in AI-powered crop intelligence, announced a new partnership to support growers in adopting sustainable nutrient management practices through the Taranis Conservation™ program. This collaboration will enable Pivot Bio’s dealer network to offer Taranis Conservation services to help growers unlock NRCS funding for regenerative practices like soil testing, nitrogen stabilizers and variable rate technology. The partnership is focused specifically on enhancing growers’ access to CSP and EQIP programs by supporting the use of…
Sakata EMEA is one of the first seed companies in the world to choose polymers made from renewable natural raw materials. Japan based Sakata EMEA markets uncoated and coated seeds. As of 1st April 2025 (as stock is gradually cleared), the film applied to coated seeds no longer contains microplastics: it is now 100 per cent biosourced and biodegradable. Beginning in June 2025, the film applied to coated seeds sold by Sakata will no longer contain microplastics, as they will replace it with a coating that is 100 per cent bio-based and biodegradable. Sakata EMEA has decided to anticipate European…
Companies enter market development agreement for novel approach to reducing toxic elements in food. Wilbur-Ellis, a leading provider of innovative solutions for agriculture, announced that it has entered a US market development agreement with Talam Biotech, a biological technologies start-up, for Talam’s natural microbial approach to reducing heavy metal uptake by crops. “Reducing exposure to heavy metals in food demands a system-wide approach that starts at the farm,” said John Chrosniak, Talam Biotech Chief Executive Officer. “Collaboration with agriculture innovation leaders like Wilbur-Ellis is key to unlocking the potential of our technology.” Talam researchers have developed a technology that uses…
The report highlights herbicides as the fastest-growing segment, driven by cost-effective manufacturing. Key markets include the US and Brazil, with Japan emerging as the second-largest destination for herbicides. After steadily rising from FY2020 to FY2023, India’s agrochemical exports experienced a sharp year-on-year decline of nearly 22 per cent in FY2024 due to global destocking and pricing pressures. However, a moderate rebound is expected in FY2025, with improving demand and inventory normalisation, according to latest Rubix report. The US and Brazil retained their spots as the top two export destinations for Indian insecticides and fungicides over the past five years. However,…
Boratkar’s remarkable contributions and visionary leadership has left an indelible mark on the industry: Award citation Ravindra Boratkar, Publisher & Managing Editor, BioSpectrum (India and Asia), NUFFOODS Spectrum and AgroSpectrum (India and Asia) was presented the Exemplary Leadership Award in the Exhibition Excellence Awards in the Editor’s Choice category in his capacity as Managing Director of MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications Pvt Ltd., the parent company of all the media brands. Exhibition Excellence Awards are presented annually for various events, exhibitions, conferences seminars, venues and personalities to recognise their contribution and felicitate the distinguished achievers of the sector. The awards are…
By Harshvardhan Bhagchandka , President IPL Biologicals The ag-biologicals market is fuelled by the rising demand for organic food, growing awareness pertaining to health, and the surging trend of sustainability. However, there are some restraints that are making the market participants concerned and are likely to hamper the growth of the industry if not addressed soon. According to the data from UNFPA, 60% of the world population, or over 4.3 billion people, live in the Asia and Pacific region, which is home to China and India, the two most populous nations on earth. As we go forward, it is anticipated…
Sayoc brings a wealth of experience and a fresh global perspective to APSA’s mission to ensure quality seeds for the region and the world. The Asia and Pacific Seed Alliance (APSA) is pleased to welcome Francine Sayoc as its new Executive Director, effective February 1. Ms. Sayoc brings a wealth of experience and a fresh global perspective to APSA’s mission to ensure quality seeds for the region and the world. She most recently served as Communications Manager at the International Seed Federation (ISF) in Nyon, Switzerland, where she led the external and internal communications of the global voice of the…
FMC subsequently appealed to the SPC, seeking a higher damage amount. On November 30, 2023, the SPC ordered the defendants to pay FMC approximately USD 1 million in total damages. FMC Corporation, an agricultural sciences company, announced that the Supreme Court of China (SPC) has ordered several agrichemical manufacturers in China found guilty of patent infringement to pay FMC close to USD 1 million in damages as a result of FMC’s appeal. The amount is among the highest damages awarded in patent infringement suits in China’s pesticide industry in recent times. In September 2022, the Zhengzhou Intermediate Court in the…
Cibus intends to develop a family of traits to address the most significant challenges faced by farmers globally for wheat, focusing initially on disease resistance and nitrogen use efficiency. Cibus, Inc., a leading agricultural technology company that develops and licenses plant traits to seed companies, announced that the Company has successfully regenerated plants from single cells in a wheat cultivar. This is a major breakthrough for Cibus as well as for the industry. This is the third crop toward Cibus’ goal to develop single cell models for the five major crops (canola, rice, wheat, soybean and corn) for the benefit…