Author: Hithaishi CB

Betong Misty Mangosteen has generated over 62 million baht in economic value. Thailand’s Betong Misty Mangosteen has been officially registered as a Geographical Indication (GI) product, becoming the latest flagship of Yala Province. Deputy Commerce Minister Naphinthorn Srisanpang emphasized that this GI registration reflects the government’s strategy to empower local economies. The Ministry of Commerce, through the Department of Intellectual Property, has prioritized protecting agricultural goods with unique geographic and cultural identities to increase product value, build consumer confidence, and enhance competitiveness in global markets. The Betong Misty Mangosteen is the fourth GI-certified item from Yala, joining Bannang Sata Banana,…

The facility ushers in a new era for ready-to-eat avocados in China Mr Avocado has officially launched its new East China ripening centre. Equipped with the most advanced ripening technology and facilities, the centre significantly enhances both product quality and distribution efficiency, providing better, faster, and more stable ready-to-eat avocado services to customers across East China. The relocation and reconstruction of the East China facility mark more than just an upgrade in logistics and service capabilities – it is also a strategic move reinforcing Mr Avocado’s continued leadership in China’s ready-to-eat avocado market. As the Peruvian avocado peak season approaches, Mission…

Research report based on enterprise practices released The Research Report on China-Indonesia Mangrove Protection under the Belt and Road Initiative: Case Studies and Insights Based on Corporate Practices was officially released in Beijing. Grounded in corporate practices from both China and Indonesia, the Report offers a comprehensive, think tank-level analysis of mangrove ecosystem protection efforts. The Report provides a systematic overview of the ecological and socio-economic value of mangroves. By comparing the current status of mangrove ecosystems, governance frameworks, and public participation models in China and Indonesia, it sheds light on the regulatory landscape and potential areas for collaboration that Chinese enterprises…

Market value of agricultural biologicals products expected to exceed $20 billion by 2030 Syngenta is accelerating the rollout of its nature-inspired, science-based biological solutions, responding to rising demand for sustainable, high-performance tools that help farmers boost productivity efficiently and responsibly. It also contributes toward Syngenta’s fulfilment of commitments outlined in its Sustainability Priorities. Jonathan Brown, Global Head Biologicals & Seedcare, comments: “With our recent partnerships and acquisitions and extended manufacturing capacities, Syngenta is positioning itself as the leader in biologicals. Our scientific expertise is at the forefront of our research and development efforts to provide farmers with the next generation of…

Singapore’s seaweed farming dynamics Seaweed cultivation, a key pillar of coastal economies, is especially vulnerable to rising sea temperatures and heat stress, which slow growth and increase susceptibility to disease. This threatens not only local livelihoods but also regional industries that depend on seaweed as a raw material for food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Furthermore, it can also impact the country’s foreign exchange earnings, as seaweed is an export commodity. For major exporters like Indonesia, the world’s second-largest seaweed producer this puts foreign exchange earnings at risk. In Singapore, seaweed farming is still in early stages. Several pilot projects, startups, and …

Cynderella Carlynda Galimpin, Head of Animal Health, Regional Operating Unit ASEAN, South Korea Australia New Zealand, Boehringer Ingelheim How does the re-emergence of endemic transboundary diseases impact the global community, and what trends are you observing in this context? The link between animal and human health is undeniable, and so are the impacts. Some 60% of known infectious diseases in humans originate from animals – including pets – and 36% of transboundary diseases are associated with livestock, many for human consumption. The social and economic consequences of endemic transboundary disease are vast. They spread rapidly, threaten animal and livestock health,…

Agreement marks first major industry validation of Micropep’s Krisalix™ AI platform; companies to jointly develop peptide-based biofungicides and disease control products Micropep Technologies, a global leader in micropeptide technology for sustainable crop protection, in partnership with Corteva, Inc., announced a multi-year research and development collaboration through its Corteva Catalyst platform to co-develop next-generation peptide-based biocontrol solutions. Corteva, a global agriculture technology company, will conduct joint research with Micropep scientists, potentially leading to product development in the future. As part of the agreement, Corteva, which invested in Micropep through its Corteva Catalyst platform in 2024, will hold, on a defined peptide library, exclusive rights…

The portfolio of projects will come online progressively over 2026-2028 and be combined with battery storage to maximize climate impact and cost savings for customers Peak Energy, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy developers in Asia, has completed the acquisition of a unique portfolio of ready-to-build (RTB) high-voltage solar sites in Japan. Located across different regions of Japan, including Tokyo and Tohoku, the projects have a combined capacity of 48 MW, sufficient to produce nearly 60 GWh of zero-carbon electricity per year, equivalent to the power consumption of around 15,000 households. In the process, the solar systems will help avoid…

PSAV convened agribusiness stakeholders, technical experts, and sustainability advocates from Vietnam and across Southeast Asia to enhance awareness of U.S. Soy sustainability programs U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) and the Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture Development in Vietnam (PSAV) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen U.S.–Vietnam agricultural cooperation, facilitate trade and enhance awareness of U.S. Soy sustainability programs. USSEC on 18th June commemorated three decades of partnership between U.S. Soy and Vietnam at a milestone event in Ho Chi Minh City. The special event, titled “USSEC 30th Anniversary in Vietnam: Sustainable Solutions with U.S. Soy!”, recognizes the strength of this…

Using drones and advanced sensor networks, the partnership will deploy an intelligent ecosystem that will reduce water, pesticide, and fertilizer usage A significant leap forward in agricultural technology is underway as Farmsent, DroneDash, and SkyX join forces to implement a state-of-the-art smart agritech network throughout palm plantations in Malaysia, initially across 2,000 hectares before expanding further. This dynamic partnership will deploy an intelligent ecosystem including drones and advanced sensor networks, which is projected to reduce water, pesticide, and fertilizer usage by up to 50%, significantly cutting the associated costs. For decades, palm estates have relied on laborious manual processes for crucial tasks like monitoring and fertilization, often leading…