Author: Hithaishi CB

The total bilateral trade turnover between Vietnam and Belarus expected to reach $113.9 million by 2023 end Vietnam’s Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien held a discussion cooperation activities regarding economic and trade cooperation, according to statistics of Vietnam Customs, the total bilateral trade turnover between Vietnam and Belarus in 2023 is expected to reach $113.9 million, In 2022, Vietnam’s agricultural, forestry and fishery exports reached more than $53 billion and export to more than 200 countries and territories. The main agricultural products Vietnam exports to Belarus include: seafood, rice, cassava, cashew nuts, and tea.  Seafood is another strong agricultural products of…

Principles have been formulated to achieving food security and building sustainable agriculture and food systems in the APEC region The APEC Food Security Ministers’ Meeting was held in the United States, where discussions were held on achieving food security through sustainable agriculture and food systems in the APEC region. Fujiki, Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, attended from Japan. Based on the discussions at the G7 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting Miyazaki, Fujiki said, Japan aim to achieve food security in the APEC region by effectively utilizing domestic resources while promoting sustainability. Fujiki called for the expansion of sustainable agricultural production through…

The new class of artificial water channels are self-assembling, precise and complex nanostructures can help to purify water more efficiently Scientists at National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Department of Biological Sciences in collaboration with the French Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) have successfully synthesised a special protein-mimic that can self-assemble into a pore structure. When incorporated into a lipid membrane, the pores permit selective transport of water across the membrane while rejecting salt (ions). These protein-mimics, known as ‘oligourea foldamers’, represent an entirely new class of artificial water channels (AWC) that can be used to improve the energy-efficiency of current methods of…

The funds will be channeled into nine provincial regions, including Hebei, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Fujian, and Beidahuang Group, one of China’s major agricultural and agribusiness groups.  China has allocated disaster relief funds totaling 732 million yuan (about $102.3 million) to support the recovery of agricultural production, according to the country’s finance ministry. The funds were issued by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and will be channeled into nine provincial regions, including Hebei, Jilin, Heilongjiang and Fujian, as well as the Beidahuang Group, one of China’s major agricultural and agribusiness groups. The funds are intended…

The aid is part of ATI’s “Techno Gabay Program” (TGP) to provide information and technology services in agriculture, fishery, forestry, and natural resources. The Agricultural Training Institute in the Philippines Caraga Region (ATI-13) provided a technology boost worth PHP4,600,000 to the various Farmers’ Information and Technology Services (FITS) centers in the area as of July 2023. “The FITS centers serve as info hubs in municipalities where our farmers and fisherfolk can source the needed information on agriculture and fishery technologies,” said Fil Victor Babanto, ATI-13 information office chief. As of August 2023, the region has 46 existing FITS centers which…

Bio-based Accelerator (BBA), Nanoetech (M) Sdn Bhd and KOPUJAYA collaborate to set up a pilot farm for ginger cultivation in Tuaran, utilising ginger-specific nutrient Malaysia’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) foresees significant economic benefits from the use of biotechnology, particularly in activities based on seaweed and ginger production. Most notably in the state of Sabah, which nurtures sustainable development. MOSTI Deputy Minister, YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup said the application of biotechnology is increasing among local industry players in Sabah. A bioeconomy product launch and Memorandum of Understanding exchange ceremony was held at the Sabah International Convention Center…

Namoi Cotton introduces TAFE accredited Certificate III Engineering apprenticeship designed to build the skills needed for a career in cotton ginning Namoi Cotton, Australia’s largest cotton ginner, unveiled a new industry-leading Cotton Ginning Development Pathways Program. The program aims to attract and develop a new generation of talent for the Australian ginning sector which will benefit the broader cotton industry. Recognizing the critical importance of attracting younger individuals to the ginning industry, Namoi Cotton has taken the lead by introducing a TAFE accredited Certificate III Engineering apprenticeship designed to build the skills needed for a career in cotton ginning. Tim…

Graminex® Rye Pollen Achieves Novel Food Registration in China United States based Graminex®, the exclusive grower and manufacturer of rye pollen has achieved novel food registration in China for Rye Pollen and appointed Guangzhou Narnia Biotechnology as its distribution partner in China. Graminex is a leader in the international dietary supplement industry with vertically integrated manufacturing has products sold in more than 47 countries. Guangzhou Narnia Biotech will represent Graminex® Rye Pollen active ingredients, as well as the dietary supplements, primarily focusing on the areas of prostate health, women’s health, and liver support. “Our market is increasingly looking for high-quality dietary products. …

Secures AUD$5 million grant from Government’s Investment Attraction Fund Wide Open Agriculture (WOA) has secured a non-dilutive AUD$5 million grant from the Western Australian Government’s Investment Attraction Fund to establish a production facility for Buntine Protein enhanced oat milk. The facility will be located in Western Australia and will initially produce oat milk in various formats using the Company’s proprietary lupin-based plant protein, Buntine Protein, with initial production to potentially begin this calendar year, with further expansion anticipated across 2024 and 2025. The new facility is projected to potentially increase WOA’s domestic production capabilities, enhance manufacturing efficiencies, and reduce costs,…

Negotiated cooperation in the food supply chain between the two countries and in smart agriculture Hwang keun of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of the Republic of Korea had a bilateral meeting with Minister Carlos Henrique Baqueta Fávaro of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil in Sejong discussed ways of cooperation in the food supply chain between the two countries and in smart agriculture. Minister Chung highlighted its partnership with Brazil’s stable grain export amid growing uncertainties over international grain supply due to climate change, COVID-19 and Russian aggression against Ukraine last year. Minister Chung asked for Brazil’s cooperation so that agri-food exchange between the two countries can continue without export…