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UPL to acquire Corteva Agriscience’s global mancozeb fungicide business outside of China, Japan, South Korea and EU member countries UPL Ltd., the global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has planned acquisition of Corteva Agriscience’s solo mancozeb global fungicide business outside of China, Japan, South Korea, and EU member countries. The acquisition will give UPL ownership of Dithane®, the original global mancozeb brand which has provided farmers with a reliable disease management solution, as well as access to Rainshield™ technology which enables crop protection in wet weather conditions. Mancozeb is a highly effective protective fungicide used to prevent plant diseases across a range of crops, including rice, soybean, wheat, onions, potatoes, and other vegetables…

Evolve™ Soft Bait is a rodent fertility control solution for crop protection SenesTech, Inc., the leader in fertility control to manage animal pest populations, has expanded EvolveTM, its innovative soft bait fertility control solution, into the broader market of open field agriculture. This expansion partners with a global leader in irrigation solutions for sustainable agriculture, and will begin at a California dairy and almond grower. “Open field agriculture presents a unique challenge to rodent pest control. Poisons can not be broadcast, and trapping is expensive and of limited efficacy. The Evolve soft bait, with its minimum risk, its reasonable cost, and its…

Comprising experts in wheat, rapeseed, vegetables, fruit, and disaster prevention and mitigation, 25 working groups were dispatched to different regions Amid sweeping cold waves, China has stepped up efforts to ensure stable production and supply of crops, vegetables, fruits and livestock and minimize losses induced by the extreme weather, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. Following the issuance of detailed precautionary measures on crops and husbandry, the ministry dispatched working groups to provide on-site guidance to local authorities and farmers on Saturday and launched the highest emergency response of the four-tier system for low-temperature rain, snow and…

Plant-based Korean BBQ and pulled pork alongside new Korean vegan creations, including frozen kimbap and mandu UNLIMEAT, a leading plant-based Korean food brand, has recently broadened its US retail sales, introducing a variety of Korean-inspired vegan foods like frozen Kimbap and Mandu. Starting this month, the brand is taking its commitment to K-vegan options a step further by introducing new products in Northern California. The company successfully launched its plant-based Korean BBQ and pulled pork offerings in the US market last year, receiving an impressive response to its products available at Albertsons grocery stores. Building on this success, UNLIMEAT has expanded…

Over the past few years, organic food has gained popularity due to health-conscious consumers, environmental awareness, and a desire to make more sustainable and high-quality choices. Agricultural practices that are innovative and sustainable are becoming increasingly important as the organic industry gains traction. Nitrogen-fixing microorganisms are expected to display the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Chemical fertilizers pose a number of health hazards, the increase in government initiatives and an increasing awareness of the importance of sustainability in modern agriculture are some of the reasons for the growth of this segment. Advanced farming with drip irrigation and sprinklers is…

Country’s largest marine species restoration project will be distributed along the Texas coast by 2025 Palacios Marine Agriculture Research (PMAR), and an unprecedented marine science-based push to restore Texas’ depleted oyster reefs and once vibrant oyster population, have been supported by major financial commitments from the Ed Rachal Foundation. A number of other large and well-known oyster restoration projects with similar goals exist, such as the Horn Point Oyster Hatchery and the Billion Oyster Project in New York Harbor. In the western margin of the Gulf of Mexico, PMAR’s conservation efforts extend along the entire Texas coast. As a large,…

Bionema Group, a leading developer of sustainable biocontrol solutions, is excited to announce a tender for the marketing of their innovative range of environmentally friendly biological products. These groundbreaking solutions are designed to address crop protection and plant health management in the Agriculture, Sport Turf Amenity, Horticulture, Agriculture, and Forestry sectors. As public awareness and concerns regarding the impact of agrochemicals (pesticides and fertilisers) on human health, biodiversity, soil health and the environment continue to rise, Bionema aims to provide a complete collection of more than 60 biological products and technology that offer effective, eco-friendly alternatives. This strategic move follows…

World leader in international shipping solutions of heavy agriculture and construction equipment solve some of the world’s most complex shipping challenges Atlantic Project Cargo, World leader in international shipping solutions of heavy agriculture and construction equipment is specialized in transporting oversized agricultural and construction equipment worldwide. Atlantic Project Cargo has solidified the global agri-logistic industry by door-to-door supply chain solutions that are both effective and economically viable. Revolutionizing Agricultural Businesses with Innovative Transportation Atlantic Project Cargo has a crucial role in enhancing the agricultural business landscape. With a keen understanding of the unique challenges faced by the sector, such as…

Released over the Riverland as Port Augusta SIT facility reaches major milestone One billion sterile fruit flies have now been released over the Australia’s Riverland to combat outbreaks in the region following a recent expansion at Port Augusta’s Sterile Insect Technology (SIT) facility. Since September 2023 the facility has doubled its production rate of sterile Queensland fruit flies (Q-fly) from 20 million a week to 40 million a week. The facility has now produced one billion SIT flies since the program started in August 2022. The program reduces the fruit fly population by mating the sterile flies with wild flies,…

The funds will be channeled into expanding its agronomy service, collaborating with fintech institutions, and expanding the startup’s presence in Central Java Semaai, provider of digital agritech solutions for Indonesian farmers and agri-retailers has raised $4.7 million (approx IDR 73 billion) in a mix of equity and debt financing. CyberAgent Capital led this investment round with participation from new investors, namely Sumitomo Corporation Equity Asia, Ruvento, MyAsiaVC and Heracles Ventures. Semaai’s existing investors, Peak XV’s Surge, Accion Venture Lab and Beenext, also participated in the round. Semaai’s total funding has now reached $7.6 million (approx IDR 118 billion) with this…