Author: Hithaishi CB

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…

VASEP reports $713 million worth import by Japan in second quarter surpassing United States Japan has surpassed the United States to become the leading importer of Vietnamese aquatic products during the second quarter of the year, raking in $713 million, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP). VASEP statistics indicate that among the major export markets, seafood exports to the US during the first half of this year plummeted by 46% to $706 million. The slump is attributable to large inventories of shrimp and pangasius in the market, along with rising inflation, leading to decrease in…

In 2022, Australia recorded 107 technical market access achievements worth a potential $5.47 billion and 2023 is continuing to advance; Strengthens trade partnership with India, Thailand and China As part of its efforts to ensure Australian farmers, processors, and exporters have access to international markets as much as possible in 2023, Australia is garing up with new initiatives. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt said the first half of this year had been very successful in opening the sector to new markets, improving and maintaining existing markets, and restoring access if it has been lost. Government is making…

Mandolin offers citrus growers a solution to promote size and quality improvements in mandarins AMVAC®, a global technology solutions provider in agriculture, has added Mandolin® plant growth regulator specifically formulated for thinning citrus fruit, to its citrus product portfolio. Mandolin received EPA registration in California for use on mandarins, including tangerines, tangelos, tangors and clementines, as well as oranges.   By effectively thinning immature fruit at the appropriate time, Mandolin offers citrus growers a solution to promote size and quality improvements in mandarins. Mandolin helps growers combat problems caused by overcrowded fruit, such as limited quality and carbohydrate drain, which can weaken…

Launches technological transformation project to produce 700 tonne per annum of emamectin benzoate TC pesticide China’s Veyong Bio-chemical has planned to launch an expansion and technological transformation project to increase its capacity for emamectin benzoate TC to 500 t/a and that for pymetrozine TC to 700 t/a. The two TC products are the company’s leading products. Emamectin benzoate is a non-persistent high-efficacy novel insecticide and semi-synthetic antibiotic with low toxicity and small residue. Synthesised from abamectin TC, it is widely used in the control of pests on vegetables, fruit trees, cotton, etc.; it can, in particular, effectively control Spodoptera frugiperda.…