Author: Hithaishi CB

Launches Landmark Young Researchers Awards with $70,000 Prize fund to reward innovation and research  As part of Saudi Arabia’s incoming UNCCD COP16 Presidency, the Kingdom has launched the Young Researchers Award at the COP16 Science Pavillion. The prestigious competition, with a total prize pool of $70,000, aims to accelerate groundbreaking research and innovative solutions addressing land degradation, drought and desertification and is open to students and young researchers from across the world. A total of seven awards of $10,000 each will be given to early-career researchers (up to age 35) who can demonstrate impactful contributions to key areas including sustainable land management, drought resilience, and land restoration. The seven award categories…

Eleven startups are currently taking part in a groundbreaking programme that aims to enhance the development of a range of blue carbon initiatives A Blue Carbon Innovation Studio organized by Idemitsu and Hatch Blue in Singapore brought together some of the industry’s brightest entrepreneurs. “All biologically driven carbon fluxes and storage in marine systems that are amenable to management can be considered as blue carbon. Alongside other ocean and aquatic carbon dioxide removal pathways, blue carbon forms part of a suite of high potential, greenhouse gas significant solutions to combat climate change and regenerate/protect degraded ecosystems. This programme brings together…

New, state-of-the-art laboratory building and the renovation and expansion of existing facilities to strengthen R&D capacities Syngenta is investing around ₣40 million Swiss francs ($45 million ) in the expansion and modernization of its site in Münchwilen in the canton of Aargau as part of an expansion project. By 2027, the investment will include the construction of a new, state-of-the-art laboratory building and the renovation and expansion of existing facilities in order to sustainably strengthen research and development capacities and promote innovation at the home site. The Basel-based agricultural technology company Syngenta, which researches, produces and has its headquarters in…

Ammonia plant of Pupuk Iskandar Muda (PIM), a subsidiary of Pupuk Indonesia, located in Aceh PT Pupuk Indonesia (Persero), one of the major fertilizer producers in Asia is reinforcing Indonesia’s position in the global green energy transition through the GAIA Project (Green Ammonia Initiative from Aceh), to be the world’s first hybrid green ammonia facility. This groundbreaking project leverages the ammonia plant of Pupuk Iskandar Muda (PIM), a subsidiary of Pupuk Indonesia, located in Aceh. In addition to producing ammonia using natural gas, the plant will also generate green ammonia from hydrogen produced through water electrolysis. Rahmad Pribadi, President Director…

Syngenta Crop Protection, a global leader in agricultural innovation, and Maersk, a global integrator of logistics, announced today the extension of their fourth-party logistics (4PL) partnership for an additional five years. This renewed collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to responsible logistics through continuous supply chain optimization and innovation. A 4PL provider takes third-party logistics further by managing resources, technology, infrastructure, and other logistics providers to design, build, and deliver customised supply chain solutions. This concept is integral to Maersk’s Logistics & Services product offering and a key element of its strategy to provide its customers with leading supply chain management…

The initiative provides 50 high-quality, disease-free ginger seedlings to urban farmers across all six districts Building on the successful distribution of ginger seedlings to farmer-beneficiaries in Porac, Pampanga, and Taguig City, the Department of Agriculture-High Value Crops Development Program (DA-HVCDP) has now extended its efforts to Quezon City, providing 50 high-quality, disease-free ginger seedlings to urban farmers across all six districts. These seedlings were cultivated at the Nueva Vizcaya Experiment Research Station of DA-Regional Field Office II. DA Undersecretary for High Value Crops, Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero, emphasized the vital role of urban agriculture in addressing food security and the rising…

Innovative Technology Brings Real-Time Tracking, Customization, and Compliance Support to the Farming Industry I2I Automation, a leader in agricultural technology, has unveiled a transformative software solution tailored specifically for Canadian farmers and agricultural businesses. Designed by farmers, for farmers, I2I’s new Traceability and Inventory Management software provides real-time visibility, compliance support, and complete customization to streamline farm management. With features that integrate seamlessly with existing systems and adapt to unique farming operations, this new release aims to relieve farmers of repetitive tasks and empower them with data-driven insights that foster productivity and growth. I2I Automation’s is aiming to reduce the time farmers spend…

More than 40 percent of returning farmers increasing their acres for 2025 Cargill RegenConnect® has surpassed one million enrolled acres for the 2025 U.S. planting season, a milestone that underscores Cargill’s ongoing efforts to support farmers in adopting regenerative agriculture practices. Through partnerships with farmers across the United States and beyond, Cargill is helping to transform agricultural systems for a more sustainable, food secure world. Since its launch in 2021, Cargill RegenConnect has provided farmers with the tools, resources, and incentives they need to implement regenerative practices like low till, no-till, and cover cropping. These practices can help improve soil…

The Agrology Nitrous Flux Sensor delivers a groundbreaking solution, enabling farmers to measure and report climate-smart practices for verified greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions at scale Agrology launched the first real-time, in-field nitrous oxide (N₂O) flux sensor, breaking new ground for climate-smart agriculture. This technology advances efforts by farmers, academics and supply chain partners who are seeking scalable solutions to accurately measure nitrous oxide and other GHG emissions at scale in commercial agriculture. Currently undergoing rigorous in-field validation with experts and partners, the Agrology Nitrous Flux Sensor is available in limited quantities, with a commercial release slated for early 2025. “Agrology’s Nitrous…

Collaboration set to revolutionise the production and distribution of innovative food ingredients in China and globally In a landmark cross-continental collaboration, Nourish Ingredients, a leader in speciality fats and precision fermentation, announced a Joint Commercial Agreement with CABIO Biotech, a leading Chinese biotechnology company specialising in microbial fermentation and synthetic biology-based products. Uniting Australian innovation with China’s manufacturing might, the companies will partner to produce and distribute Nourish Ingredients’ flagship product, Tastilux®, unlocking the vast potential of the APAC market. Tastilux® is a premium specialty ingredient derived from natural sources and produced through fermentation. It provides a meaty flavour, aroma and cooking…