Author: Hithaishi CB

Expands the technology platform to accelerate adoption of regenerative and sustainable ag practicesFarmers Business Network (FBN®) and ADM have launched a joint venture, Gradable, a new company to expand the Gradable technology platform assisting farmers and buyers in confidently pursuing and utilizing regenerative and sustainable practices for grain production. Gradable platform tracks sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices and outcomes, making it easier for farmers to earn financial rewards. For grain buyers, Gradable provides reliable farm-level data, allowing them to easily identify and purchase grain that helps them meet growing customer demand for sustainably produced products. Gradable has partnered with ADM, POET, and Attebury…

AI renaissance “Rivulis AI” leverages tailored solutions for advanced irrigation systems Rivulis, the leader in innovative micro-irrigation solutions, has launched AI technology, “Rivulis AI”, designed to provide farmers and irrigation professionals with specific tailored, and credible information to solve their problems. Joining the AI renaissance, this advanced system leverages field-trusted innovation to provide accessible, expert-written content tailored to the needs of modern agriculture and irrigation solutions. “Rivulis AI underscores our commitment to innovation and adds to our already market-leading ‘Knowledge Hub’ packed with insights and information from our 80-year history in the irrigation industry. Rivulis AI has been carefully trained and refined by…

Over 54% of Vietnam’s wood export value comes from the US market, alongside major export partners such as Korea and Japan, but recent amendments in trade policies are creating challenging situations Tran Quang Bao, director of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Department of Forestry, reported that Vietnam’s wood and forestry sector achieved a positive outcome between January and July, with export revenue reaching $9.36 billion, accounting for 61.5% of the yearly target. Notably, the value of wood chip and woodwork product exports surged nearly 38% and over 20% compared to the same period last year. However, the export…

Vietnam Pepper Association (VPA) reported an exported quantity of 8,023 tonnes of chill, representing an increase of 3.5% on-year Vietnam exported 37 tonnes of chilli to Taiwan (China) in the first seven months of this year, a year-on-year growth of 640 %. According to the Vietnam Pepper Association (VPA), the total chilli export volume of the whole country reached 8,023 tonnes in the past seven months, an increase of 3.5 % over the same period last year. China retained its top position as Vietnam’s largest chili export market in the reviewed period with 6,834 tonnes, accounting for 85.2% of the total export…

Yara would market and sell this fertilizer as part of the YaraBela product line Yara, a global crop nutrition leader, and ATOME PLC, a leading developer of international green fertilizer projects, sign Heads of Terms for offtake from ATOME’s renewable CAN project in Villeta, Paraguay. The Heads of Terms covers the long-term supply of all of the Calcium Ammonium Nitrate from ATOME’s renewable production facility in Villeta, Paraguay. Yara would market and sell this fertilizer as part of the YaraBela product line. The 145 MW fertilizer project will produce and export fertilizers derived from baseload renewable power from 2027. The…

The collaboration builds upon Superbrewed’s commercial launch of their patented biomass protein, called Postbiotic Cultured Protein Global dairy co-operative Fonterra and natural ingredient manufacturer Superbrewed Food have teamed up to boost sustainable food production. The partnership combines Superbrewed’s biomass protein platform with Fonterra’s dairy processing, ingredients, and applications expertise to develop additional nutrient-rich, functional biomass protein. The collaboration addresses the rising global demand for protein, reflecting on commitment to delivering sustainably sourced, functional proteins that meet customer and consumer needs worldwide. The collaboration builds upon Superbrewed’s commercial launch of their patented biomass protein, called Postbiotic Cultured Protein. Postbiotic Cultured Protein is a non-GMO, allergen-free, nutrient-dense bacteria biomass protein…

Australia remains the only continent free of H5 HPAI, specifically clade 2.3.4.4b, which continues to spread across the globe Australia has begun a national exercise to test its preparedness for an incursion of H5 high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI). In an effort to strengthen national preparedness for H5 HPAI, a series of three scenario-based discussion-based simulation exercises centered around high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), titled ‘Exercise Volare’, will be held from 15 August to 30 September 2024.  Australia has already invested an extra $7 Million to focus on the threat posed by a potential incursion of H5 HPAI. The new…

The bilateral meeting inspected Plan of Action on Food Security (2026-2030) Satvinder Singh, leader of SOM ASEAN, and YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Security Food (KPKM), met to discuss two main economic outcomes or Priority Economic Deliverables (PEDs) for food, agriculture, and forestry in Malaysia. The meeting was held under the sectoral body of Ministers of Agriculture and ASEAN Forestry (AMAF) for Malaysia’s Chairmanship of the 45th AMAF and in conjunction with Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Johor Bahru on Aug 8th. KPKM Deputy Secretary General (Policy) Azah Hanim…

Verpixo Adavelt active presents a new mode of action for effective disease control. The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has this week approved Corteva Agriscience’s new fungicide, Verpixo® Adavelt® active, for the control of botrytis and powdery mildew in grapevines. Powdery mildew poses the greatest threat to the Australian wine grape industry, estimated to have an impact of more than $75m each year, with botrytis and other bunch rots estimated to cost $52m per annum.  With existing chemistries vulnerable to resistance, Verpixo Adavelt active presents a new mode of action for effective disease control. The FRAC Group 21 fungicide…

Novel technology exposes seedlings or seeds to a short-duration “light recipe” that can trigger genetic expression of certain crop traits. A breakthrough has been achieved by BioLumic in enhancing these inbred corn lines, and its UV light signaling technology will be incorporated into partnerships with major seed companies including Beck’s Hybrids, Peterson Farms, Breeder Direct, and many others. BioLumic’s technology exposes seedlings or seeds to a short-duration “light recipe” that can trigger genetic expression of certain crop traits. In the case of the inbred corn, the company specifically targeted target improved germination, seedling vigor, and yield. The 2023 trials demonstrated…