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Thailand and Guangxi /Hunan provinces (China) to jointly explore the e-commerce markets in Southeast Asia in key sectors such as agricultural products trade, cross-border e-commerce, and investment. A delegation from the Asian International Trade and Investment Association (AITIA) paid a visit to the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Sub-Council. Both parties engaged in a practical exchange of views on strengthening cross-border e-commerce cooperation between Guangxi and Thailand. The discussions focused on new opportunities within the digital economy, emphasizing methods to promote the flow of Guangxi’s unique products and high-quality Thai goods through e-commerce channels. Representatives from AITIA…

Driving food and beverage innovation in one of the world’s most dynamic markets Kerry, a global leader in sustainable taste and nutrition solutions, today announced the signing of a long-term lease agreement with Expo City Dubai to establish its new Regional Customer Co-Creation Centre. The agreement represents a significant milestone in Kerry’s continued growth across the Middle East and underscores the company’s commitment to driving food and beverage innovation in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. Located in the heart of Expo City Dubai — the UAE’s first Green Innovation District and a thriving global hub for innovation, sustainability…

The joint collaboration aims to mechanize agriculture, and the domestic agricultural machinery industry, in order to expand exports to Southeast Asia Korea held a groundbreaking ceremony for the ‘Korea Agricultural Machinery Industrial Complex’ in Cabanatuan City, Philippines, on December 10, 2025, marking a significant milestone in bilateral agricultural cooperation. The event, attended by Kim Jeong-wook, Director of the Agricultural Innovation Policy Office at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), celebrated the commencement of the complex’s establishment and provided a platform to discuss collaborative plans in the agricultural machinery sector. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Philippine President…

Introducing vehicle autonomy and green energy applications into smart farming As Japan enters a super-aged society, the agricultural sector is facing a serious decline in its workforce. To address the issue of labor shortages in agriculture, Taiwan-based Megago Tech has leveraged its extensive experience in autonomous driving technology to introduce vehicle autonomy and green energy applications into smart farming. The company developed an Intelligent Autonomous Electric Mower, upgrading traditional mowers with smart automation. The mower operates without human intervention, significantly reducing time and labor costs while efficiently completing large-scale mowing tasks. Megago Tech recently showcased this innovation at J-AGRI TOKYO 2025.…

A dissolving patch delivers beneficial microbes into leaves and stems, speeding growth in vegetables while using over 15 per cent less biofertiliser than soil application Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed dissolving microneedle patches that deliver living “biofertiliser” straight into plant tissue. In greenhouse tests, Choy Sum and Kale grew faster — by shoot biomass, leaf area and height — while using over 15% less biofertiliser than standard soil inoculation. The approach points to more precise fertiliser delivery, less waste and potentially lower off-target environmental impact, with near-term fit for urban and vertical farms and for…

Innovative scientifically formulated alternative rice cultivation system precisely addresses the weed control challenges as farmers practice direct-seeded rice cultivation BASF and Anhui Winall High-Tech Seed Co., Ltd. jointly launched the Provisia® Herbicide-Tolerant Rice System in China. This system consists of two core components: herbicide Provisia (300g/L quizalofop-p-ethyl) developed by BASF, and two quizalofop-p-ethyl-tolerant rice varieties, Quanyou 822 and Huiliangyou 898, bred by Winall. BASF’s Provisia is the first quizalofop-p-ethyl chemistry to obtain registration on herbicide-tolerant rice varieties in China. This scientific combination precisely addresses the weed control challenges of farmers as they practice direct-seeded rice cultivation. The implementation of Provisia rice…

Collaborates with the global community under the theme, “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities Philippines Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Soils and Water Management (DA-BSWM), together with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), led the Philippine celebration of World Soil Day, joining the global community under the theme, “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities.” President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the need to place soil at the center of development, highlighting that stewardship of this vital resource is essential to the promise of a Bagong Pilipinas. “Let us nurture on agriculture that restores fertility instead of exhausting it, a form of growth that measures…

Malaysia’s Leadership in Climate Action: Advancing Inclusive and Credible Net-Zero Pathways As the world convened in Belém, Brazil, for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), Malaysia stepped forward to showcase its leadership, progress, and partnerships on the global stage. Anchored by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES), the Malaysia Pavilion at COP30 highlighted the nation’s commitment to advancing credible and inclusive net-zero pathways. Over six days, the Pavilion hosted 17 sessions featuring 78 speakers from government, industry, academia, and civil society, drawing over 580 participants both in person and online, including 319 international delegates. Building…

Key production chains including grain origination, animal protein, agricultural inputs, seeds, retail, and biofuels NTT DATA Business Solutions, a leading global IT service provider focused on SAP, has signed an agreement to acquire SPRO IT Solutions, a leading SAP provider in the agribusiness industry in Brazil. The terms of the acquisition have been finalized and will be completed following approval from the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE). SPRO is a national agribusiness leader, with expertise across key production chains including grain origination, animal protein, agricultural inputs, seeds, retail, and biofuels. Serving cooperatives, agro-industries, seed companies and trading firms across Brazil, the company…

EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) and the European Chamber of Commerce in Viet Nam (EuroCham) reviews legal framework, the circular economy, recycling, and agricultural and environmental cooperation Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Le Cong Thanh, held the meeting with a delegation from the EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) and the European Chamber of Commerce in Viet Nam (EuroCham). The discussion focused on the legal framework, the circular economy, recycling, and agricultural and environmental cooperation. At the meeting, Ms. Li Chen, a Member of the EU-ABC Executive Board and Head of Public Affairs for ASEAN at HSBC, introduced the EU-ABC as an…