Author: Hithaishi CB

Genetically modified soybean has been approved for food use in Australia and New Zealand, and for food, feed and planting in the United States and Canada. Korean Biosafety Information Exchange House announced the use of genetically modified soybeans DP-305423-1×DAS-44406-6 and genetically modified microorganisms DS003 for food, and genetically modified soybeans MON94313 for feed. The genetically modified soybean DP-305423-1×DAS-44406-6 was developed by Corteva. By introducing the fad2-1, 2mepsps, aad-12 genes and pat genes, it has the characteristics of tolerance to sulfonylurea herbicides, 2,4-D, glyphosate and glufosinate, and increased soybean oleic acid content. The genetically modified soybean has been approved for food…

The project, funded by the Government of Flanders, will train rice farmers on Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) standards BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma is partnering with international non-governmental organisation, Rikolto, and climate technology company, CarbonFarm, to launch a three-year project, funded by the Government of Flanders, promoting sustainable rice production in Vietnam. As one of the world’s largest rice exporters, Vietnam relies heavily on this staple crop for both economic stability and food security. However, the industry faces significant challenges related to sustainability, climate and environmental impact. Globally, rice cultivation practices account for…

Prevention and Smart Agriculture Alliance, aiming to localize R&D, promote field demonstrations, and implement prevention agriculture practices across regions JH Biotech, Inc. (USA) announced its official alliance with two leading Taiwanese agricultural input companies—Agro Greening Modern Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. and Group Gain Bio-Agri Co., Ltd.—to join the global initiative led by the International Prevention Agriculture Institute (IPAI). Together, the three parties have established a new nonprofit organization in Taiwan, the International Prevention and Smart Agriculture Alliance, aiming to localize R&D, promote field demonstrations, and implement prevention agriculture practices across regions. This marks a critical milestone in building a cross-national,…

Southeast Asia’s digital transformation with green infrastructure for hydrogen-based energy DayOne, a Singapore-headquartered global data center pioneer, broke ground on its first data center in Singapore. The 20-megawatt (MW) facility spans about 40,000 square meters of gross floor area, with Phase One scheduled to be ready-for-service (RFS) in 2026. The groundbreaking event also saw the signing of two key strategic partnerships for DayOne – a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Sembcorp Power Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) to power its data center where all operations will be fully covered with renewable energy, and a research and…

Global reference for scientific collaboration and policy design based on pioneering next-generation soil mapping with cutting-edge technology A global initiative to measure, monitor and protect soil biodiversity will intensify with the establishment of the Global Soil Biodiversity Observatory, headed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and serving as a global reference for policy and scientific collaboration. The Global Soil Biodiversity Observatory (GLOSOB)  was launched by FAO at the COP15, where signatories adopted the Convention of Biological Diversity’s 2020-2030 plan of action. This plan calls for systematic assessment and monitoring of soil biodiversity to aid implementation of…

KAUST is partnering with digiLab on a new model for AI technology in the protection of coral reefs Saudi Arabia, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is partnering with digiLab to develop a first-of-its-kind AI for coral conservation. This groundbreaking collaboration leverages cutting-edge technology for global coral conservation through ambitious KAUST Coral Restoration Initiative (KCRI), the world’s largest coral restoration project.  The integration of digiLab’s AI platform will provide scientists with real-time simulations and predictions of the 100-hectare reefscape’s behavior, greatly advancing understanding of how coral resilience, thermal tolerance, and growth are affected by changing environmental conditions. The integration, which…

Breakthrough platform combines industry-specific intelligence, decision-grade data and operational AI to drive smarter, faster decisions at scale DTN , the global leader in operational decision-making for the energy, agriculture and weather-dependent industries, announced the launch of the Operational Decision-Making Platform, a new class of enterprise technology that helps companies protect margins, reduce risk and grow faster through better decision-making. The current era is characterized by supply shocks, extreme weather, and volatile markets, creating a competitive divide between traditional operators and new decision-ready leaders. A recent PwC survey found that 42% of CEOs believe their companies will not survive the next decade unless…

In 2024, a Korean export delegation to the Republic of Rwanda had 73 business meetings about exports worth USD 5.7 million.  Korea Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) sent a Korean export delegation, consisting of four Korean exporters of veterinary pharmaceuticals producers, to the Republic of Chile and the United Mexican States. For a period of 12–21 July, the delegation has been showcasing Korean veterinary pharmaceuticals to prospective buyers from Chile and Mexico, which is expected to help develop a path for Korean exports to enter the market of Latin America and the Caribbean. The MAFRA has been…

Robot managers” to become the new generation of smart farmers. China’s Unitree Robotics develops accessible and user-friendly robots that enhance everyday life through advanced technology, to relive the burden of some of the manual tasks in agricultural fields. With the aging of rural labor becoming increasingly important, more and more technology companies are exploring the use of robotics and data-driven technologies to support agriculture’s intelligent transformation. Recently, Unitree partnered with a leading agricultural research institution to promote the application of robotics in agricultural scenarios, supporting the transformation of traditional farming toward digitalization and intelligent operations. Compared with traditional methods that rely…

Enhanced Boom Height Control Solution With UC7 Plus Topcon Agriculture has introduced the next generation of its boom height control technology for agricultural spraying applications with the launch of the UC7 Plus. Built on the foundation of Topcon’s Norac boom height control technologies, the UC7 Plus allows farmers and crop service providers to further reduce inputs, improve crop performance, and reduce equipment maintenance costs with improved height and spray control capabilities. Compatible with most self-propelled and pull-type sprayers, the new technology features new sensor technology that improves performance and reliability. This includes the new dynamic chassis sensor (DCS-1) that enhances the stability and…