Author: Hithaishi CB

New class of novel “amplifier” molecules which are non-herbicidal on their own but will potentially allow farmers to reduce the amount or concentration of the agricultural herbicides Moa Technology announces its discovery of chemistries which could become an entirely new category of products to help farmers protect their harvests more safely, sustainably and effectively. Moa has already discovered 80 new herbicidal modes of action with its breakthrough technology platforms in the last three years, several of which are already effectively controlling tough and pervasive weeds in field trials in the US, Canada, France, Spain, the UK, Australia, and South America. In the course of this…

Allocates $26.8 million to fund the development, construction, and operation of a 25.6-megawatt colocation green data center in Samut Prakan province The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and GSA Data Center 01 Company Limited (GSA) have signed a local currency green loan of THB900 million (approximately $26.8 million) to fund the development, construction, and operation of a 25.6-megawatt colocation green data center in Samut Prakan province, Thailand. The data center will be highly energy-efficient, with a designed power usage effectiveness rating of 1.4. The data center will have a Tier III certification, ensuring high reliability with an uptime of 99.982%. GSA…

Razor Tracking + CLAAS: A Top-Tier Integration Powering Telematics and Fleet Operations Across All Industries CLAAS and Razor Tracking have partnered to integrate their platforms, providing customers with enhanced visibility and management of their farm equipment and support vehicles. This collaboration allows users to track and monitor their assets across both the Razor Tracking and CLAAS connect platforms. The integration enables customers to view their equipment, service vehicles, and non-powered assets in real time. Beyond GPS location, Razor Tracking devices offer detailed data, including vehicle VIN, fuel levels, operating hours, engine status, location history, heading, weather overlays, and speed. This…

Leveraging advanced automation to support the National Agricultural Supply Chain Origin Agritech Ltd., a leading Chinese agricultural technology company, announced that its Xinjiang production and processing facility has commenced full-scale seed processing operations for the 2025 season on August 21, 2025. The Facility’s activation marks a critical milestone in Origin’s integrated seed production and distribution strategy, positioning the Company to meet growing demand for high-quality corn seeds across China’s agricultural markets. Origin’s Xinjiang facility is strategically located in one of China’s most important corn seed production regions, benefiting from Xinjiang’s unique solar thermal resources and climatic conditions for seed development. The region’s natural advantages provide…

Coral records extend the Indian Ocean sea-level timeline by 60 years, offering the first century-long view of accelerating change linked to human-driven climate impacts Sea-Level Rise in the Indian Ocean Began Earlier Than Thought A groundbreaking international study led by marine scientists in Singapore has revealed that sea-level rise in the Indian Ocean began accelerating much earlier than previously thought. By analyzing coral samples from the Maldives, researchers reconstructed a century-long record of sea-level changes and climate shifts, extending the historical record back to the early 1900s. Published in Nature Communications, the study was conducted by Professor Paul Kench from…

Arabian Silk Road,” the date palm industry Famous for its oasis plains and world-renowned date palms, Qassim Province has emerged as a model for Saudi Arabia’s integration of its agricultural heritage with modern sustainable practices. Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the “Qassim Land” initiative was launched to promote green cities and a circular economy, supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12 – responsible consumption and production. The initiative aims to improve production methods, resource recovery, and the efficient use of agricultural waste, while also expanding exports to global…

Empower 470 Smallholder Farmers In a groundbreaking initiative to combat climate change’s severe effects on smallholder farmers, ChildFund International, Barnfonden, and Swedish greentech company Spowdi have joined forces to equip 470 farms in Kenya with solar-powered irrigation systems and training in regenerative agriculture. This scalable rollout marks a significant step toward achieving food security, effective water management, and sustainable entrepreneurship. Chege Ngugi, Africa Regional Director for ChildFund International, highlights the urgency of the initiative: “We’re reaching farmers at a tipping point, struggling to feed their families and protect their land. With the right tools, they can shift from surviving to…

Australia has allocated $100 M to strengthen surveillance, preparedness and response capability to H5 bird flu Australia continues to deliver targeted investments to strengthen Australia’s biosecurity, with $12 million to bolster response capability for a potential outbreak of H5 bird flu. The funding is being provided to states and territories to purchase critical equipment including mobile laboratories, drones and response trailers to enable rapid mobilisation in the event of an outbreak, including in remote settings. Funds are also being invested in humane depopulation, decontamination and disposal equipment, with an emphasis on preventing the spread of disease, and ensuring the humane…

Deputy Minister Nguyen Quoc Tri and Agriculture and Environment Minister Tran Duc Thang led a meeting with the ministry’s specialized units. Vietnam Minister Thang stressed that forest resources are not only an “ecological shield” but also the livelihood of millions of people, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive reforms in forest management, protection, and development. Speaking at the meeting, the Natural and Biodiversity Conservation Agency (NBCA) proposed strengthening inter-agency coordination and reviewing the Biodiversity Law to bring it in line with international commitments. It also recommended maintaining the National Biodiversity Conservation Plan, consolidating personnel, and mobilizing additional resources. Meanwhile, the…

A digital nerve center will consolidate critical data, such as production, imports, stock levels, and movements, wholesale and retail prices, consumption rates, infrastructures, irrigation coverage, spoilage, and global market trends. Philippines Department of Agriculture plans to soft-launch its Command Center—the digital nerve center that the DA envisages will drive smarter, data-driven management of the food supply chain—in November, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said. The Command Center, whose trade data will come primarily from the Osiris system of the Bureau of Plant Industry, will initially zero in on the rice value chain—an essential but challenging staple in the…