Author: Hithaishi CB

Calling on global companies and institutions to collaborate with most innovative tech companies through its AI & Digital Transformation PoC Support Program: Climate tech, food security solutions, smart farming The Global Digital Innovation Network (GDIN) is calling on overseas companies and institutions to collaborate with South Korea’s most innovative tech companies through its AI & Digital Transformation PoC (Proof of Concept) Support Program. This program offers a unique opportunity for overseas companies and institutions to test and validate cutting-edge Korean technologies in real-world settings. By supporting local pilot projects, GDIN helps global partners assess the potential for commercializing AI and…

China-Vietnam “Two Corridors and One Economic Circle” initiative With the successful full-capacity connection of the Huong Linh 3 and Huong Linh 4 wind power projects with power grid, POWERCHINA has achieved another milestone in Vietnam’s renewable energy sector. With a total installed capacity of 60 MW, the projects can supply 165 GWh of clean electricity to Vietnam’s national grid annually, meeting the power demand of approximately 48,000 local households every year, as well as reducing emissions of carbon dioxide and other air pollutants by around 132,000 tons. As a global leader in clean and low-carbon energy, water resources, and environmental construction, POWERCHINA has become…

To address the growing health threats posed by climate change, NTU Singapore is launching a new interdisciplinary research centre focused on climate change and environmental health in the tropics. The Centre for Climate Change and Environmental Health (CCEH) will focus on the health impact of climate change under three key pillars: air quality, extreme heat, and water supply and quality — issues that are becoming increasingly urgent in Southeast Asia due to rising global temperatures and environmental changes. CCEH, a university-level research centre, brings together expertise from across NTU’s research ecosystem, including the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), the Asian School of the…

Industry Representatives and Experts Converge in Manila to Share and Exchange Perspectives on the Evolving Food, Feed, and Ag Trade Landscape The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted the AG Supply Chain Asia Conference and the Asia Soy Excellence & Food Summit 2025 to offer timely perspectives and forward-looking strategies that continue to inform and inspire progress across Southeast Asia’s agricultural value chain. Southeast Asia’s food, feed, and ag trade community gathered in Manila for two pivotal events which drew a unique audience of industry leaders, traders, and technical experts, offering distinct platforms to exchange insights, explore market dynamics, and…

The site is built with the €50 million investment to processes local pulses into high-quality food and feed ingredients occupying a 4,000 square meters area BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma and member of the Südzucker Group, has officially inaugurated its first pulse-processing plant after a construction period of just one and a half years. Südzucker Group invested around €50 million in its site in Obrigheim, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany for the opening. A local pulse called faba bean is processed into food and feed ingredients in this plant. The faba bean itself also plays a…

New partnership with RDO Equipment Australia brings AI-Powered ARA Sprayer to Australia’s vegetable growing regions Ecorobotix, a Swiss company specialising in AI-driven agricultural technology, is expanding into Australia through a strategic dealer partnership with RDO Equipment Australia. The ARA sprayer is an advanced AI-powered solution that optimises the application of plant protection products with an ultra-precise 6×6 cm (2.4×2.4 inch) spray footprint. This breakthrough in precision reduces inputs use by up to 95%, minimising crop phytotoxicity and preserving soil health. Additionally, ARA helps reduce reliance on manual weeding crews, offering significant economic benefits. Its AI-driven software already supports over 20…

The new capital will help Sylvan strengthen its position in the global mushroom spawn market and develop new high-impact bio-products, such as fungi-based materials, biopesticides, and nutritional supplements. Novo Holdings, a leading global life science investor, and KKR, a leading global investment firm, signed definitive agreements for a direct investment in Sylvan, a world-leading producer of fungal biotechnology solutions. KKR will remain the Company’s majority shareholder. Novo Holdings’ investment in Sylvan marks its largest planetary health investment in Asia and its first in the fungal biotechnology sector, both of which are strategic priorities due to their growth prospects and potential…

Fully integrated solution for broader coverage against stored grain insects Envu, a global environmental sciences company delivering forward-thinking innovations to protect and improve the health of our environment around the world, announced it has signed an agreement with Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural innovation, to acquire several Actellic® products for global use in the stored grain segment. The products complement Envu’s existing portfolio, providing growers with a fully integrated solution for broader coverage against stored grain insects. Actellic insecticides are used to protecting food stores, offering broad-spectrum control both in and around grain storage silos. The acquisition includes several products, which…

Reinforcing the cotton supply chain between two powerhouse cotton nations to drive long-term sustainability, trade, and mutual growth THE AUSTRALIAN Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Cotton Association of India (CAI) which will lay the foundation for stronger bilateral cooperation between the nations. The MOU focuses on: sharing market intelligence and production trends; collaborating on global pricing and forecasts; improving market access and advocating for enhanced tariff-free quotas for Australian cotton; and promoting reciprocal support for both markets. This is a significant step forward in reinforcing the cotton supply chain between two powerhouse cotton…

Aims to promote sustainable agriculture practices, enhance crop yields, and improve soil health, harnessing the organic bio chain Agrifields DMCC, a leading fertilizer and phosphate manufacturing company headquartered in Dubai, today announced its plans to expand into newer markets by the end of FY’26. Agrifields DMCC plans to expand its footprint into Korea which is driven by the growing demand for agricultural products and the need for sustainable and efficient farming practices. The company aims to leverage its expertise and experience in the agricultural industry to tap into the new market and increase its global footprint. Speaking in detail about the…