Author: Hithaishi CB

NexTrak Technological advancements improve receiver range by nearly 40 percent Innovasea, a global leader in technologically advanced aquatic solutions for aquaculture and fish tracking, have introduced NexTrak, a breakthrough acoustic telemetry system that improves performance in the water now while providing the technological foundation for the fish tracking of tomorrow. NexTrak uses digital technology and advanced coding schemes to improve coverage, extend range and provide researchers with deeper, more accurate data. “Put simply, NexTrak is a giant leap forward because it does everything better than previous acoustic telemetry systems,” said Mark Jollymore, president of Innovasea. “Whether it’s generating more robust…

The Department of Sericulture researches new silk varieties, NAN X J108 which is high yield in the north and in winter” explains Prakob Phaopong, Director-General of the Sericulture Department Thailand’s Department of Sericulture researches has developed a new silk variety NAN X J108 (a cross between NAN and J108) that can be raised well in the north. Especially in winter most high cocoons yield large yellow cocoons high fresh nest weight and good nest shell weight have a higher nest shell percentage. Helps to increase income for the farmers. The sericulture industry in the northern region It is a commercial…

As a dairy industry advocate, Wagner focuses on science-based food safety, labeling, and nutrition policies that facilitate innovation and growth. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) on 7 June, announced Roberta Wagner as senior vice president, of regulatory and scientific affairs. She succeeds Dr. Joseph Scimeca, who announced his IDFA retirement earlier this year. Wagner spent 33 years in public service, most recently as assistant administrator of the Office of Policy and Program Development at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). Previously, Wagner served as deputy assistant administrator for the Office of Field Operations…

Japan has imported at least $10 billion worth of U.S. food and agriculture products, reaching a record-high $14.6 billion in 2022. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor launched an agribusiness trade mission to Japan on 5 June. The U.S. delegation included representatives from 11 state departments of agriculture, numerous farm organizations, and 40 agribusinesses looking to connect with future business partners in Japan. “As one of the largest world economies, Japan is one of the top and most reliable trading partners for the United States. Every year over the past…

CRCNA invests $8 million in four-year program to bolster productivity across Northern Australia’s cropping and cattle sectors Northern Australia’s cropping and cattle sectors are set to be refined and reset by the CRCNA’s Cotton, Grain Cattle Program (CGC). The CGC program includes six projects and has 30 research and funding partners to address cross-regional, geographically consistent priorities. The four-year, $8 million program is the CRCNA’s largest investment to date. CRCNA’s Chair, Sheriden Morris said this is part of a significant body of work across Northern Australia, with the potential to develop new industries for long-term growth, shifting the landscape of…

International experts, private sector and government representatives to discuss current challenges and perspectives for combatting avian influenza The recent paradigm change in the ecology and epidemiology of avian influenza has heightened global concern as the disease has spread to new geographical regions, has caused unusual wild bird die-offs, and has led to an alarming rise in mammalian cases. The rapidly evolving nature and the changes in spread patterns have encouraged leaders and experts to review existing avian influenza prevention and control tools, including the use of vaccines. The Animal Health Forum held during WOAH’s recent 90th General Session convened key stakeholders and the full membership…

A 100 billion baht export value is estimated for Thai agricultural products to ASEAN in Q1 2023 Agricultural Economics in Thailand indicates that 100 billion baht worth of Thai agricultural products were exported to ASEAN during the first quarter. A surplus of 53,387 million baht is recorded by Thailand’s trade. Chanthanon Wannakhejorn, Secretary-General of the Office of Agricultural Economics (Sor Kor.), Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, revealed the trade situation of Thailand’s agricultural products and natural rubber with 9 ASEAN countries, namely Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. The export value for the same period…

AI-powered Optimization of Farming Methods and Projected Yields: Pioneering Innovation in Greenhouse Agriculture SK networks, a prominent player in expanding its global investment portfolio in the sustainability sector, has recognized the immense potential of ‘Source.ag’, a pioneering Dutch startup which empowers growers globally with AI. With a strategic vision in mind, SK networks has announced that it made the decision to invest $2 million in the Series A funding round of $27 million for Source.ag through its US investment corporation, Hico Capital. Based in the Netherlands, Source.ag is accelerating access to fruit and vegetables by empowering the world’s growers with AI, and it has already…

The novel technology Fruitect® consists of edible coating formulations that delay the ripening of mangoes and bananas University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB)-based inventors founded HS InnoTech, Inc. (HSII) to manufacture products that make fresh fruit last longer. The technology named Fruitect® consists of edible coating formulations that delay the ripening of mangoes and bananas. Unlike petroleum wax coatings, Fruitect® is biodegradable because it is made from agricultural waste such as peels and leaves. Carabao mangoes stored at room temperature (28°C–31°C) turn ripe and sweet five to six days after harvesting, but when mangoes are coated with Fruitect®, the…

Vietnam is Brazil’s largest trading partner in Southeast Asia; Brazil is Vietnam’s largest trading partner in South America Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has emphasized the importance of cooperation with Brazil as the two countries have significant potential to complement each other and cooperate for mutual development. In Hanoi on June 6, Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien met with Brazilian Deputy Foreign Minister Eduardo Paes Saboia’s delegation and worked with Mr. Marco Farani, Brazilian Ambassador to Vietnam. 2024 marks 35 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Brazil. Brazil is a member of the South American Common…