Author: Hithaishi CB

The Coalition aims to promote e-NG (e-natural gas or e-methane) across all global markets and to strengthen the e-NG value chain Mitsubishi Corporation has entered into an MOU with other large international companies to sponsor the creation of a global coalition, the e-NG Coalition, which is exclusively dedicated to electric natural gas (e-NG or e-natural gas), also referred to as e-methane. The e-NG Coalition is a collaborative alliance of pioneering companies that believe e-NG has a role to play to accelerate the energy transition towards a net-zero carbon future. The Coalition seeks to promote e-NG, build a global market with…

In 2023 Vietnamese fibre exports hit 1.7 million tonnes, valued at more than $4.3 billion Vietnam has continued to retain its position as the sixth largest fibre exporter in the world, just behind China and Bangladesh, and above the Republic of Korea, since 2022. The General Department of Customs reported that in February alone Vietnam exported 282,059 tonnes of fibre and earned $666.75 million, up 26.7% in volume and up 18.1% in value compared to the same period last year. China made up Vietnam’s largest market as fiber exports reached 129,112 tonnes worth more than US$329 million, rising by 60%…

Korea-ASEAN FTA to boost digital and supply chain capabilities The Republic of Korea (RoK) is promoting negotiations to improve the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to further benefit businesses. The RoK’s Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy announced that the 20th Korea-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement Implementing Committee meeting was held in Jakarta, Indonesia from March 12 to 13. As part of the meeting, the RoK and ASEAN member countries reviewed the outcomes of past joint research projects and discuss measures for an upgrade of the bilateral FTA through a workshop. Both sides have…

To secure sustainable future for forestry The future of sustainable forestry received a significant boost with the official launch of Australia’s $100 million Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) program. AFWI is a collaboration between Australia and the University of Tasmania, committed to advancing research and innovation in Australian forest and wood products. AFWI would also shortly be announcing the opening of the first of four, $5 million annual national open calls for forestry research projects. The annual national open calls will be open to applications from all Australian-based researchers supporting the forest industry, and not be limited to the…

Moa’s next-generation bioherbicides, designed to tackle the global threat to food production from increasing weed resistance Moa Technology, the leading agricultural biotech company, and Croda International plc, the global life sciences and consumer care company, have formed a strategic partnership to tackle the global problem of declining food crop yields by using marine science. The partnership aims to develop next-generation bioherbicides for land-based farms by combining Croda’s extensive research into the marine microbiome – developed by its Nautilus Biosciences subsidiary in Canada – with Moa’s own unique herbicide discovery engine. Croda’s advanced manufacturing capabilities will help bring to the field new…

Reviews possibilities for amending provision requiring commercial milk processors and domestic dairy cooperatives Philippines Department of Agriculture is drawing up plans to significantly increase local dairy milk production, including seeking support from local milk processors to bolster investment in the industry and increase dairy cattle population. Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food, Inc. (PCAFI), Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. discussed that the DA will review Republic Act 7884, or The National Dairy Development Act of 1995, particularly its provision requiring commercial milk processors and domestic dairy cooperatives to agree on the volume of locally produced milk that will…

First-ever briefing towards sustainable solutions in APAC wildlife–health and livelihoods nexus to foster collaboration, and shape policy frameworks The interplay between the wildlife–health and livelihoods nexus in the Asia-Pacific region is currently at a critical juncture, requiring immediate attention and action, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced in recognition of World Wildlife Day (3 March). The Information Brief, drafted with inputs from more than 120 experts, emphasizes balancing wildlife use for rural communities and Indigenous Peoples while reducing zoonotic disease risks. The recommendations in the Information Brief will further contribute to shaping future FAO interventions in…

CLARITY™ Prime extends real-time plant performance data and visualization solutions for fertilizer industry Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, announced the release of CLARITY Prime, an advanced digital service for syngas plants, an upgrade of its cloud-based service portal CLARITY. The upgraded solution leverage automated catalyst health alerts and machine-learning-based performance projecting tools, combined with advanced technical support to improve the operation of Clariant catalysts. Lorena Oviol, Head of Applied Catalyst Technology at Clariant, commented, ″CLARITY Prime is available for ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen producers and enables forecasting of catalyst performance by combining actual data with predictive scenarios. This allows…

Veramaris has received authorisation for the use of algal oil in salmonid aquafeeds in Canada Veramaris, a producer of an algae-based alternative feed ingredient, has completed the necessary three-year registration process for its incorporation into aquafeeds for Canadian salmon farming. As the first authorisation of its kind, this marks a significant step towards increased sustainability within the Canadian salmonid aquaculture industry. The authorisation will allow Veramaris to provide the Canadian salmon industry with an environmentally responsible source of essential nutrients for fish health and welfare. The algal oil, produced in Nebraska, USA, is a regional solution that contributes to the…

The single-site certification for Mahachai Plant, located in Thailand’s Samut Sakhon province west of Bangkok Thai Union Feedmill, a leading manufacturer and distributor of aquaculture and commercial animal feeds, has become the first feedmill in Asia to receive the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Feed Standard certificate, setting a new benchmark for sustainable feed production in the region. The ASC Feed Standard, a globally recognized certification that underscores a commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility in aquafeed production, was awarded to Thai Union Feedmill’s Mahachai Plant. The certificate is valid for three years. “Securing the first ASC Feed certificate in…