Author: Hithaishi CB

Crop supply data intelligence software company to integrate METOS® weather station data to advance agronomic picture, further mitigating extreme weather risks and optimizing field activities Agritask, a crop supply data intelligence software company, and Pessl Instruments, a leading global developer and provider of smart agriculture technological solutions, jointly announced their partnership to integrate METOS® weather stations into the Agritask platform. In combination with other agronomic data sources, METOS® weather station data, which includes a variety of real-time environmental parameters, will provide a more advanced agronomic picture down to the plot level for food and beverage companies using the Agritask platform.…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has released a compilation of case studies showcasing the impactful use of agricultural biotechnologies to meet the needs of smallholders in developing countries, marking a significant step forward in the global efforts to achieve a sustainable agriculture and food systems. Agricultural biotechnologies, ranging from low-tech tools like artificial insemination and tissue culture to high-tech methods such as whole genome sequencing, have emerged as a crucial part of the toolbox for transforming food systems. Recognizing their potential, FAO has been actively promoting knowledge sharing and innovation in agriculture through the application of biotechnologies. The report…

Phúc Sinh JSC is valued at $320 million in global market with 15.1% market share Phúc Sinh JSC has announced that the company successfully sold shares to an investment fund from Europe with an undisclosed amount. Phan Minh Thông, General Director of Phúc Sinh JSC, said the fund would not participate in operating the business but simply provide financial support. This has been the first time the company received foreign investment in 22 years of operation. The deal was completed after 18 months of negotiation. Phuc Sinh, Vietnam’s largest pepper exporter, has been valued at $320 million and will receive…

NECTEC-NSTDA, in collaboration with the Royal Project Foundation, developed the ‘Strawberry Disease Bot NECTEC-NSTDA, in collaboration with the Royal Project Foundation, developed the ‘Strawberry Disease Bot.’ This chatbot facilitates the diagnosis of strawberry diseases through images and provides recommendations for disease control. Mr. Wasin Sinthupinyo, a researcher from Artificial Intelligence Research Group at NECTEC explained the project’s origin. Mr. Wasin’s team, in collaboration with Kasetsart University, previously developed the Rice Disease Bot, an image-based rice disease diagnostic chatbot service. Following media coverage of the Rice Disease Bot, the Royal Project Foundation approached the research team, expressing interest in developing a…

Deliver Excellent Results and Respond to Diverse Farmer Needs ADAMA Ltd. , a leading crop protection company, has announced the launch of five new cereal fungicide products across Europe to tackle the most serious diseases impacting farmer yields at each stage of the crop’s reproductive phase. Together, these products offer ADAMA’s customers a comprehensive portfolio of innovative solutions designed to deliver excellent results in the field and address different application stages (T1, T2, and T3) and various value segments.  With the launch of these new products ADAMA will have one of the most robust portfolios in the industry for cereal disease control…

LSD and foot-and-mouth disease remain significant threats to the biosecurity of Australia A million doses of lumpy skin disease (LSD) vaccine have been provided by Australia to Indonesia, as the fight to protect our cattle industry from disease ramps up again in 2024. The final shipment of the Lumpyvax vaccines arrived in Indonesia late Dec 2023. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt said aiding control of LSD in the region was a priority. “LSD and foot-and-mouth disease remain significant threats to the biosecurity of Australia and our neighbours. As a result, it is imperative that we do everything…

DJI FlyCart 30 ushers in new era of dynamic aerial delivery DJI, the world’s leader in civil drones and creative camera technology, has introduced DJI FlyCart 30 (FC30) to the global market. This delivery drone overcomes traditional transport challenges with its large payload capacity, long operation range, high reliability, and intelligent features. Now delivery, such as mountain transportation, offshore transportation, or emergency rescue transportation, can be performed with more efficiency and flexibility. “From agriculture to construction management and surveying, DJI’s industrial-grade drones have transformed industries by improving safety for workers and productivity for businesses,” said Christina Zhang, Senior Director of Corporate Strategy…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the commercial release of transgenic insect-resistant and drought-tolerant maize varieties, known as TELA maize. The approval was granted by the National Committee on Naming, Registration and Release of Crop Varieties, Livestock Breeds/Fisheries (NCNRRCVLF), headed by Prof Olusoji Olufajo at its 33rd meeting at the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB), Ibadan on January 11, 2024. The four varieties approved by the NVRC are SAMMAZ 72T, SAMMAZ 73T, SAMMAZ 74T, and SAMMAZ 75T. The new maize varieties are drought tolerant and are resistant to stem-borer and fall armyworms, resulting in a yield…

Andermatt Canada and Cohort Wholesale have reached an agreement for Cohort Wholesale to distribute new Biopolin Pollination Enhancer in Canada. For use in berries, tree fruit, canola, and other crops, Biopolin is sprayed on the crops during bloom and enhances pollinator activity in the crop leading to more flower visits. As a result, farmers benefit from increased pollination and substantial increases in yield and quality. ″Enhancing the pollination process is our final opportunity to increase our yield potential as a fruit grower. After pollination we must shift to playing defence, protecting the potential yield that develops from successful pollination,″ observed…

Klifovet, Pen & Tec Consulting, and Ondax Scientific come together under revitalized Argenta brand Following several acquisitions, including Klifovet, Pen & Tec Consulting, and Ondax Scientific, Argenta is bringing its businesses together under one, energised brand. The combined identity reflects the company’s enhanced offering to customers, providing them with unparalleled, comprehensive support right across the animal health product development cycle from ‘molecule to market’. Argenta already held a unique position as the world’s only combined CRO and CDMO dedicated to animal health, partnering with clients big and small for more than 17 years on the pathway from concept to market. The acquisition…