Author: Hithaishi CB

Moonshot factory aimed at improving crops, ensuring food security, and improving agriculture and forestry worldwide Google’s Alphabet’s Moonshot Factory incubated Heritable Agriculture, has now emerged from stealth as an independent company focused on improving food and agricultural systems through plant breeding and biotechnology. As part of its mission to improve food and agricultural systems around the world, Heritable has developed an artificial intelligence platform to make plants programmable. The iniitative will deliver higher yields, better nutrition, greater resilience to pathogens and climate stress, and faster seed breeding cycles at lower costs by making plants programmable with AI. Heritable’s AI platform…

Triploid seeds represent a frontier in cannabis breeding Puro, New Zealand’s leading producer and exporter of organic medicinal cannabis, has collaborated with Trilogene, a global leader in specialised cannabis genetics. With this partnership, Puro becomes the first company to cultivate triploids in the Southern Hemisphere, pioneering ethical, sustainable cannabis production. Triploid seeds represent a frontier in cannabis breeding. Unlike GMOs, triploids are developed through biotechnology techniques that combine three sets of chromosomes, enhancing their performance. This process ensures plants are non-GMO, preserving integrity while unlocking benefits, including pollen tolerance, improved ability to handle abiotic stress, and superior profiles. These traits make triploids ideal…

Demonstrates the feasibility of creating a new blue carbon market that can support both climate mitigation and sustainable Blue Economy. A study published by Oceans 2050 has demonstrated that seaweed farming can significantly mitigate climate change. The findings also underscore the need for robust frameworks to develop carbon credits for seaweed farming, ensuring that this promising Blue Carbon strategy can be integrated into carbon markets. By prioritizing marine spatial planning and sustainability, seaweed farming has the potential to become a cornerstone of the regenerative Blue Economy. By quantifying the carbon sequestration potential of seaweed farms, the Global Seaweed Project demonstrates…

Digitalization to optimize global cold chain logistics of agriculture commodities A new container monitoring system called iReefer for reefer cargo has been launched by MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company. The solution allows tracking and monitoring temperature-controlled shipments in real time, from anywhere in the world. The launch of iReefer streamline the shipping process and delivers real-time insights to support supply chain management. With global sourcing, MSC connects growers, farmers and producers of agricultural products around the world with their key markets. MSC plays a role in maximising the shelf-life and quality of the goods we transport, reducing food waste and bringing…

Bonsai to continue enhancing its software capabilities, expanding its physical AI platform and data set Bonsai Robotics Inc., a leading developer of physical AI solutions for agriculture applications, has raised $15 million in Series A funding. The new funding will enable Bonsai to continue enhancing its software capabilities, expanding its physical AI platform and data set, driving additional OEM partnerships, and accelerating commercialization efforts. Bison Ventures led the oversubscribed round with participation from new investor, Cibus Capital, and existing investors Acre Venture Partners, Congruent Ventures, Fall Line Capital, E14 Fund, SNR and Serra Ventures. “We have made significant progress building…

Innovation highland connecting digital agriculture and irrigation technology will be held from March 31 to April 2, 2025 The Beijing National Convention Center will host the “World Irrigation Technology Conference” and “11th Beijing International Digital Agriculture and Irrigation Technology Expo” from March 31 to April 2, 2025, in order to integrate global wisdom and create a blueprint for digital agriculture in the world. The event is being hosted by the China Agricultural Water Saving and Rural Water Supply Technology Association, the China Agricultural Reclamation Water Saving Agriculture Industry Technology Alliance, Beijing Internet of Things Intelligent Technology Application Association, and Zhenwei…

Merger aims to deliver cutting-edge automation solutions, including AI and robotics In a groundbreaking step for the horticultural industry, ISO Horti—a specialist in horticultural robotics and automation—and TTA—experts in transplanting and sorting solutions are merging. Operating under the name TTA-ISO, this partnership directly addresses the booming demand for automation in global horticulture and food production. Meeting the growing worldwide demand The international horticulture market is expanding rapidly. While this growth presents ample opportunities, the sector also faces urgent challenges such as labor shortages, stringent sustainability regulations, and rising quality standards. By combining their complementary expertise, TTA-ISO is better equipped to deliver cutting-edge automation…

Aims to support plantations and farmers across Malaysia Aonic, a leading drone manufacturer, has received certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) for its Unmanned Aerial Work Certificate (UAWC). In the agricultural unmanned aircraft system (UAS) sector, Aonic’s commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence is evident in this significant milestone. In the agricultural UAS sector, Aonic adheres to the highest standards of quality and safety across many industries, including public safety, AEC & Surveying, Electricity, Oil & Gas and Agriculture. Obtaining the UAWC has also facilitated Aonic’s ability to scale operations safely and effectively, paving the way…

Redefining farming practices in Thailand by accelerating the adoption of drones, robotics, and artificial intelligence A comprehensive suite of smart agriculture solutions, including autonomous drones, autopilot consoles, and a smart fertigation system, were showcased by XAG at the 10th Chia Tai Fair. Chia Tai was also announced as the sole distributor and national platform for XAG in Thailand, strengthening its position as the exclusive provider of XAG products and services. A strategic collaboration between XAG and Chia Tai, Thailand’s leading innovative agricultural company, will redefine farming practices in Thailand by accelerating the adoption of drones, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Through…

A garlic-derived Biological Crop Protection Product provides an alternative to synthetic chemical nematicides used in vegetable and potato crops Bayer announced that the company has signed a new exclusive distribution agreement with UK-based Ecospray to market a biological liquid nematicide sourced from garlic. The product presents a biological alternative to traditional synthetic chemical nematicides in vegetable and potato crops, and will be marketed in the European Union under the new name Velsinum™. “Farmers in the EU are in desperate need of new, effective solutions against pests for their high-value vegetable crops,” said Jens Hartmann, Regional Head for Europe, Middle East,…