Author: Hithaishi CB

Hong Kong’s Rouge Agtech Accelerator, a pioneering force in agricultural technology, has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative that allows Agtech startups the unique opportunity to test and showcase their solutions in a real-world rice farmland. This groundbreaking platform not only provides startups with access to invaluable data on Asian crops and climate but also opens doors to global investors and business growth opportunities. As the Agtech industry continues to expand rapidly, many startups face the challenge of testing their innovations in real-world conditions, a critical step for refining and validating their products. The Rouge Agtech Accelerator addresses this need by offering a…

Loginno, a leading innovator in smart container technology, announced today the launch of a pioneering smart container pilot with Iris Lines, one of the Philippines’ leading domestic shipping companies. This initiative marks the first time a smart container service will be available for domestic container shipping in the Philippines. This pilot is a direct outcome of Loginno’s industry-wide “The Contopia Factor 3” (TCF3) initiative, which aims to revolutionize the global shipping industry by creating a smart container data infrastructure in two phases. Phase one deals with container and cargo visibility for both the shipping company and its customers, whereas phase two…

As Australia recovers from its most significant avian disease incident in 50 years, attention has turned towards preparing for the next possible avian influenza outbreak – a more virulent strain that has caused deaths in poultry and wild birds and mammals across the globe. The recent H7 high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak in Victoria, New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory has shown Australia’s national response arrangements are effective in containing and eradicating the disease in poultry. With no new outbreaks of H7 HPAI since July 2024, Australia has successfully eradicated outbreaks 9 times since 1976. HPAI can also…

CoirProducts of Salike is excited to introduce CoirNutri®, a first-of-its-kind peat-free coir compost. Crafted with de-composted coir and enriched with NPK, this game-changing compost is designed to revolutionise plant growth both indoors and out. Unlike other types of coir compost or potting mixes, CoirNutri functions as a compost, having gone through natural microbial activity and decomposition. With this latest addition, UK’s largest coir portfolio, CoirProducts.co.uk, a grower’s choice, continues to bring never-before-seen coir product varieties to growers and gardeners across the UK. The launch of CoirNutri also means that, for the first time, garden centres, plant centres, DYI shops, and others,…

Australian agriculture is set to benefit this financial year, as the gross value of agricultural production is forecast to increase by 4%. The ABARES Agricultural Commodities and Crop Reports show a significant growth in the sector, from $82.5 billion in 2023-24 to $86.2 billion in 2024-25. Executive Director of ABARES, Dr Jared Greenville, said this forecast shows value of production across agriculture, fisheries and forestry reaching $92.1 billion in 2024-25. “We have seen more favourable seasonal conditions across large parts of the country, easing input prices, and higher livestock prices supporting farm incomes” Dr Greenville said. “However, unfortunately not all…

The Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is launched, marking a major milestone as the first of its kind in Asia to advance research in alternative proteins. With a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund, the Centre is poised to lead groundbreaking research and commercialisation efforts to develop “ultimate proteins” – advanced hybrid foods that match traditional meat–based products in both taste and price. By focusing on regional preferences and addressing the urgent challenge of feeding a growing global population, the Centre aims to drive global food security and accelerate innovation across…

AGRIVI has partnered with the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation (BADMC), a statutory corporation of the Ministry of Agriculture Food & National Security of Barbados to introduce the innovative AI-driven advisory platform to improve productivity and sustainability of Barbados national agriculture.   By introducing this innovative agtech solution, Barbados sets a global example by becoming the first country worldwide to roll out a national AI Agronomic Advisor. The AI Agronomic Advisor is a virtual AI agronomy expert available to all farms in Barbados via WhatsApp at any time, 24/7. It serves as a direct channel between BADMC and the farming community, offering consultation, knowledge, and active involvement in critical agricultural matters.…

Ginkgo has announced new partnership with Vitales, a subsidiary of Uby Agro, to accelerate the development and launch of two new Generation 1 biocontrol products. These innovative products aim to combat critical soybean diseases in Brazil, including Soybean Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) and target spot, caused by the pathogens Fusarium virguliforme and Corynespora cassiicola, respectively. Leveraging Ginkgo’s extensive strain collection, the strains selected for Vitales previously underwent rigorous in vitro and in planta screenings so that Vitales can introduce these biocontrol solutions to the market more swiftly. This partnership showcases Ginkgo’s capability to provide pre-validated strain assets, allowing for a faster…

Focusing on South Asia, the research underscores how these advanced tools can significantly enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability across across India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Scientists at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) recently released a study highlighting the role of geospatial maps and satellite data in shaping the future of food security. With only 6 annual harvests remaining before the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) deadline, the need to sustainably intensify agricultural production has never been more urgent. Drylands, in particular, present a significant opportunity to enhance agricultural productivity and contribute to global food security. “Dryland…

Malaysia sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development strives implementation of carbon offset projects that meet the guidelines Malaysia on launched the Malaysia Aviation Decarbonization Blueprint (MADB) to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The blueprint is targeting an 18% reduction in emissions by 2050 for aircraft technology, the Transport Ministry said in a statement. The blueprint is also aiming for a 46 % reduction of traditional fuel through the increased use of biofuels and other sustainable alternatives. It is also pursuing up to 30 % reduction by adopting carbon offset schemes and purchasing carbon credits. These targets, however, depend on…