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Aims to support agriculture careers through the Agriculture Workforce Working Group (AWWG), fee-free TAFE places, improving the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme Agriculture sector is a vital source of employment in rural, regional and remote areas of Australia employing around 262,000 people. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt said since the Jobs and Skills Summit in 2022, the Government has been working closely with the agriculture industry to find solutions that address workforce issues that had been ongoing for years. “The Government has successfully worked with industry to identify opportunities to support ag careers through the Agriculture…

FAO and LDD are collaborating in the joint implementation of a number of projects including establishment and operation of the Center of Excellence for Soil Research in Asia (CESRA) FAO Director-General QU Dongyu visited Thailand’s Land Development Department (LDD) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, underlining the country’s key role as a proponent of sustainable soil management in the Asia and Pacific region as he began a three-day visit to Bangkok. At the Land Development Department, steward of Thailand’s Soil Museum, the Director-General examined the various types of soil collected at the facility. Pramote Yajai, Director-General of LDD, Arthit…

Organic Valley – America’s largest organic farmer-owned dairy cooperative – announced the expansion of its fluid milk portfolio with Organic Valley® Family First™. New Organic Valley Family First milk has all the goodness of the standard 12 essential nutrients in Organic Valley milks, with added DHA Omega 3 to support brain health. This new milk is meant to be enjoyed by milk lovers of all ages and comes from pasture-raised cows on Organic Valley’s small family farms. According to a 2019 study published by the National Institute of Health, Americans in all age groups did not meet the recommended daily intake of Omega…

Nutricell is allset to launch of our export operations to Japan on January 25, 2024. This event, taking place at PT. Nutricell Pacific in Tangerang Selatan, marks a milestone in our commitment to delivering superior quality and innovation beyond borders. Japan, known for its stringent quality standards and innovative market, is a crucial step in our global expansion strategy. Nutricell’s entry into this market is not just a business expansion; it’s a testament to our unwavering dedication to quality, sustainability, and excellence in animal nutrition and health solutions. The export launch will be honored by the presence of the esteemed…

Morse Micro and Zetifi partners to extend Zetifi’s Wi-Fi HaLow technology connectivity solutions for farmers and rural residents, to transfer the future of agriculture Morse Micro, a leading Wi-Fi HaLow silicon vendor, and Zetifi, an innovator in last-mile connectivity for vehicles, machinery and farms, have partnered to enhance Zetifi’s remote-area connectivity solutions with Wi-Fi HaLow technology. Zetifi’s innovative technology enables farmers and other rural residents to access, extend and optimize coverage from existing radio, cellular or satellite networks, leading to reliable remote area connectivity in areas where phone coverage is otherwise unreliable or unavailable. Zetifi’s long-range Wi-Fi coverage extension products address…

As part of its strategy for the next golden decade, Pagoda Group held a press conference on January 5th to unveil its plans. The “Delivering Delicious Fruit” strategy that has fueled Pagoda’s growth for nearly 20 years has been changed to “Becoming a High-quality Fruit Expert and Leader “. In order to create unique value for consumers more efficiently and sustainably, the new strategy will guide and inspire medium- and long-term business development. Fruit chain retail and category branding are Pagoda’s core strengths. Over the years, Pagoda has gradually established a leading position in the industry, driven by two factors:…

Minister of Agriculture attended the 16th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture and showcased Thailand’s agricultural potential on the global stage After attending the 16th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture in Berlin, Federal Republic of Germany, between 17 and 22 January 2024, Captain Thammanat Phromphao revealed that he and Mr. The question was received by the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, according to Setthakiat Krachanwong, Deputy Permanent Secretary. In order to accelerate the completion of several issues, including a comprehensive reform of Thailand’s agricultural and food systems. Establishment of the Asia Pacific Regional Office of the International Fund for…

Views from Pek Yun Ning Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and Founder, SGP Foods In January 2023, researchers from the Centre for Climate Research Singapore warned that warming temperatures could rise by up to 5°C over the next century, resulting in scorching heat, severe storms, harsh dry spells, and suffocating pollution. As polar ice caps melt, deforestation increases, and sea levels rise, the whole world will also face health problems due to contaminated water, according to the National Collaborating Centre for Environmental Health (British Columbia). Pek Yun Ning, Chairman, CEO, and Founder of SGP Foods, Singapore’s best-performing technology company, understands that change is imperative. “Our…

Lagonglong Port to increase trade capacity in Mindanao, enhance logistical capability in the region, and create new jobs The Philippines Lagonglong Port in Misamis is involved in an infrastructure project aligned with the government’s goal of increasing food production. Due for completion in March 2025, Lagonglong Port promises to increase trade capacity in Mindanao, enhance logistical capability in the region, and create new jobs. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. said, “Lagonglong Port dovetails with the Department of Agriculture’s push to boost agricultural production, ensure accessibility to affordable food, and achieve food security for our countrymen,”  Secretary Tiu Laurel…

Australian company Loam Bio announced its entry into the U.S. agricultural biologicals space with the launch of CarbonBuilder, a new class of microbial seed treatment intended to increase soil organic carbon and overall soil health. In addition, farmers who use the product can earn revenue by participating in SecondCrop, the company’s carbon credit program. In 2024, CarbonBuilder will be available to soybean farmers in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. In an interview with DTN, Loam Bio CEO Guy Hudson said not all soil carbon is created equal. The microbial technology in CarbonBuilder increases the amount of…