Author: Hithaishi CB

Inks MoU to foster sustainable development of the rubber industry bilaterally Chairman of Vietnam Rubber Association Trần Ngọc Thuận and his Lao counterpart Bounthong Buahom signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on boosting the sustainable development of the rubber industry in the two countries. The two sides also agreed that the Lao Rubber Association should strengthen support and attract more rubber processors to meet export requirements for Vietnam and other countries. Accordingly, the two associations will share experiences and support Vietnamese rubber companies that are operating in Laos to become qualified for sustainable development certifications. They will also boost cooperation in…

On 17-19 September 2023, the conference will be held at the Ritz-Carlton, Doha, Qatar, under the theme “Sustainable Transformation in Practice – The Future of Agri-Nutrients.” The 13th annual edition of the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Agri-Nutrients Conference will take place from 17-19 September 2023 at the Ritz-Carlton, Doha, Qatar, under the theme “Sustainable Transformation in Practice – The Future of Agri-Nutrients”. The global population is estimated to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, while 68% of the population is projected to live in cities by 2050. Increasing population and urbanization, macroeconomic instability, poverty and inequalities, geopolitical tensions, conflicts,…

Producing 910,000 tonnes of edible fungi in 2022, Gutian County generated an output value of 6.2 billion yuan (about $864.5 million).  Xinhua Sil Road reports that, with over 50 years of efforts in the cultivation of edible fungi, Gutian County in Ningde City, southeast China’s Fujian Province, has reaped success in industrial development, brand building and improvement of people’s livelihood. Producing 910,000 tonnes of edible fungi in 2022, Gutian County generated an output value of 6.2 billion yuan (about 864.5 million U.S. dollars). Among them, the tremella output exceeded 385,000 tonnes, accounting for over 90 percent of the world’s total, said a blue paper published on July 17. Greg Seymour, President…

MIRAVIS® Pro is an innovative solution with a broad spectrum of action for target spot control in soybeans. Syngenta Agricultural Protection presents MIRAVIS® Pro, a product developed from the ADEPIDYN® technology molecule, which enables a new generation of fungicides that provide greater control power, in addition to a broad spectrum of action. During field tests, the novelty demonstrated great effectiveness for the first applications in target spot scenarios, an increasingly common disease in soybean crops , caused by the fungus Corynespora cassiicola . Combining the excellent preventive effect of ADEPIDYN® with the curative effect of Protioconazole amplifies target spot control…

Mutations in Pro1, causes Protein Malfunction allowing Rice Blast Fungus to thrive, a fungi that infects a variety of cultivates grains, such as rice, wheat, barley, and finger millet. A recent discovery by researchers at Tokyo University of Science revels groundbreaking findings about the Rice Blast Fungus. Researchers have found that mutations in Pro1 cause female sterility of the rice blast fungus, Pyricularia (Magnaporthe) oryzae, coupled with an increase the release of asexual spores. These findings indicate that the switch to asexual mode of reproduction provides the fungus a ‘fitness advantage’. This discovery reveals the mystery behind the fungus’ adaptation and has significant…

USDA is accepting applications for Agribusiness Trade Mission to Southeast Asia The U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Malaysia and Singapore Oct. 30-Nov. 3. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is now accepting applications from U.S. exporters who wish to participate in the trade mission. “Malaysia and Singapore are important markets in our efforts to diversify prospects for U.S. food and agricultural exports in Southeast Asia. These markets provide both a source of stability for American exports and a tremendous opportunity to further expand U.S. trade in…

National Digital Transformation Program to leverage Farmer Network to provides cooperatives, agribusinesses and improve productivity and quality of agricultural products, Vietnam’s MARD (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) is planning to develop a digital transformation solution called “Farm Network” in order to support farmers in their production and consumption of agricultural products. As a tool to assist in developing the agricultural industry in the 4.0 era, the Network of Farmers provides information to farmers anytime and anywhere, said Minister Le Minh Hoan. Farmers, however, need solutions that provide what is most convenient to them through platforms, such as Farmer’s Network.…

Signs MoU to establish Cold Examination Facility in Agriculture (CEFA) with state-of-the-art testing laboratories to quality check import commodities The Philippines Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to construct the country’s first border inspection facility on its property at General Alejo Santos Highway, Angat, Bulacan. The Department allotted P2.3-billion in its 2023 budget for the construction which would include hubs in Cebu and Davao. On July 20, the DA and Pacific Roadlink Logistics Inc. (PRLI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the establishment of the Cold Examination Facility in Agriculture (CEFA), which will house state-of-the-art testing laboratories for the…

Partnership aims to bridge the gap between startups and established agricultural businesses that drive the commercialisation of AgTech innovations, to create valuable collaboration opportunities across Victoria. Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has partnered with AgTech Angel Investor Network to drive innovation, foster AgTech startups, and support the commercialisation of cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The partnership aims to bridge the gap between startups and established agricultural businesses that drive the commercialisation of AgTech innovations, creating valuable collaboration opportunities, and contributing to the growth and competitiveness of regional AgriBusiness across Victoria. Furthermore, the collaboration is aiming to ensure that AgriBusiness remains at the forefront…

Ministry proposes modern facilities and guidelines for planting, husbandry, fishery, and logistics China is planning to take further action to develop modern facility agriculture, as part of efforts to diversify the food supply, an official told a press conference on Friday. Zeng Yande, an official with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, said modern facilities and guidelines have been issued for industries such as planting, husbandry, fishery, and logistics. “Scientific and technological innovation should be utilized to tackle crucial and prominent problems which restrict the development of modern facility agriculture. Efforts will be made to renovate old facilities to…