Author: Hithaishi CB

MAKMUR Safari program aims to provide comprehensive agricultural assistance, encompassing technology, land mapping, balanced fertilization, and mobile soil testing services In alignment with the Indonesian government’s target to achieve food self-sufficiency within the next four to five years, PT Pupuk Indonesia (Persero) continues to demonstrate its commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural ecosystems. One of its strategic initiatives is the expansion of the MAKMUR program, with the latest effort being the MAKMUR Safari, focusing on rice cultivation in Cirebon, West Java. This program aims to provide comprehensive agricultural assistance, encompassing technology, land mapping, balanced fertilization, and mobile soil testing services. Collaborative…

BioConsortia’s FixiN 33 microbial seed treatment will be introduced during the 2024/2025 season BioConsortia, Inc., a leader in agricultural technology specializing in advanced microbial solutions to enhance crop productivity and reduce agriculture’s ecological impact, has announced a commercial agreement with New Zealand-based H&T (Hodder and Taylors Ltd). H&T, known for improving crop and forage systems on New Zealand farms, will introduce BioConsortia’s FixiN 33 microbial seed treatment during the 2024/2025 season. This innovative seed coating will be available for corn, brassicas, and cereals, helping growers optimize nitrogen fertilizer use while reducing runoff and environmental impact. Since 2023, BioConsortia and H&T…

Theme, “Accelerate the development of modern agriculture and advance all-round rural revitalization,” The 21st China International Agricultural Trade Fair (CATF) kicked off in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, on Nov. 28. Adopting the theme, “Accelerate the development of modern agriculture and advance all-round rural revitalization,” this year’s CATF focuses on four priority areas: showcasing achievements, fostering exchange, building brands, and promoting trade. With an exhibition area of over 100,000 square meters, the fair is hosting nearly 3,000 companies offering more than 20,000 products and is expected to attract more than 50,000 professional buyers. This year’s CATF is hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture…

Phytalix®, acts like a vaccine for plants by priming their natural defense systems against pathogens Source Agriculture Corp., an innovative agri-tech investments, has entered a strategic investment in Ascribe Bioscience, a cutting-edge company dedicated to developing sustainable crop protection solutions. Ascribe, founded in 2017, is focused on discovering natural products derived from the soil microbiome to help farmers achieve more reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible farming practices. Ascribe Bioscience’s lead product, Phytalix®, acts like a vaccine for plants by priming their natural defense systems against pathogens. Based on naturally occurring molecules produced by soil organisms, Phytalix® has shown proven efficacy in…

By combining IoT and AI technologies, TMA Solutions has developed various innovative agritech solutions TMA Solutions has partnered with True IDC, a leading cloud service provider to deliver AI as a service (AIaaS). Mr. Hong Tran, Senior Vice President of TMA Solutions, said “By combining TMA Solutions’ expertise in AI technology with True IDC’s cloud infrastructure and services, we will create a powerful AI solutions ecosystem, enabling businesses quickly and easily adopt AI solutions without investing on expensive AI servers, thereby enhancing their competitiveness and fostering innovation.” By leveraging TMA Solutions’ extensive experience in AI deployment and the capabilities of True IDC…

Crysp Farms and Alesca Technologies entered five year agreement to provide vertical farming Two UAE companies have signed a deal to roll out 500 vertical farms across the Middle East. Crysp Farms, which provides vertical farms to hotels and resorts, has made the five-year agreement with agtech business Alesca Technologies. The companies said the partnership would “significantly improve the efficiency of vertical farming” and provide more than 130 varieties of fresh produce year-round for Crysp’s hospitality clients. Crysp said this would expand its “farming-as-a-service” offering, which allows hotels to grow a mix of produce based on their daily needs. Emirates’…

The strategic alliance will foster collaboration between industry leaders, promoting sustainable agriculture and enhancing global food security UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Western Sydney University (WSU), a leading university in Australia, to collaborate on advancing agritech solutions. The partnership aims to leverage WSU’s research capabilities and domain expertise and UST’s cutting-edge technology solutions, to drive sustainable agriculture and enhance global food security. Through this collaboration, UST and WSU will leverage their combined strengths to conduct focused research, develop innovative agritech solutions for agri industry needs, and nurture the next generation of industry leaders through…

International Potato Center (CIP) in Beijing, is leading a three-year study into the effects of higher temperatures on the vegetable China is the world’s biggest producer of potatoes, because of their high yield relative to other staple crops. But they are particularly vulnerable to heat, and climate change, driven by fossil fuel emissions, is pushing temperatures to dangerous new heights while also worsening drought and flooding. Li, a researcher at the International Potato Center (CIP) in Beijing, is leading a three-year study into the effects of higher temperatures on the vegetable. His team is focusing on China’s two most common…

Industry-first innovation focused on higher yields, lower costs, and improved end-user satisfaction Softrim™ , the first-ever robotics-based cannabis de-leafing system –  providing hand-trim quality at machine-trim volumes and rates – will be introduced at the MJBizConference 2024 in Las Vegas.  The next-generation system is designed to provide cannabis growers higher yields, lower labor costs, and increased end-user satisfaction through an improved final product. Platform Robotics, headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan, will formally introduce its patent-pending Softrim™ 2000 and Softrim™ 1000 cannabis cultivation systems during the event. The 2000 system caters to the outdoor segment; the 1000 system is targeted for the indoor segment.   Both…

Advancing technology in agriculture through innovation, data, and agronomic expertise Farmers Edge™, a leader in digital agriculture, announces the launch of its Managed Technology Services focused on addressing agriculture’s toughest technology challenges like rising tech costs, siloed systems, and complex digital transitions. This comprehensive offering is a first for the industry, meeting the growing complexity of digital needs for global insurers, agribusinesses, and financial institutions seeking to scale their technology capabilities. Farmers Edge Managed Technology Services encompass technology consulting, outsourcing, data licensing, and custom development catered to key verticals in agriculture: Farm Productivity Agribusiness Operations and Sales Enablement Crop Insurance and Risk…