Author: Hithaishi CB

District has been injecting new momentum into farmers’ prosperity In recent years, Shizhong District in Zaozhuang City, east China’s Shandong Province has been taking multiple measures to increase the efficiency and quality of agricultural development. By promoting brand building and cultivating new forms of agricultural business entities such as professional cooperatives and family farms, the district has been injecting new momentum into farmers’ prosperity. For instance, the Liangyuan Fruit Tree Farmers Professional Cooperative in Qicun Town of Shizhong Dirstrict has passed the municipal review of professional cooperatives, building a fruit-picking garden and a professional kiwifruit planting base of municipal level, with annual output of…

DBN Phoenix International Innovation Park, located in the North District of ZGC Science City in Beijing, spans 13.65 acres and offers 160,000 m2 of research and office space. DBN Group, a leading high-tech agricultural enterprise, has opened its Phoenix International Innovation Park for global applications from high-quality agricultural biotech companies. This initiative seeks to establish an open innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem by harnessing cutting-edge technologies and international collaboration, positioning the park as a key player in advancing agricultural technology globally. DBN Phoenix International Innovation Park, located in the North District of ZGC Science City in Beijing, spans 13.65 acres and offers 160,000 m2 of…

Ammonia created from the facility will be combined with a proprietary additive to produce 65,000 tons per annum of its Green UREA product, called NitroMax Shomax Energy US Inc. has announced that it has received permit for its 6000 ton per annum Green Anhydrous Ammonia facility located in Wichita Falls. The use permit will allow Shomax to finish its development of the facility and begin construction in early 2025, pending final licensing and engineering. The first plant in a string of facilities to be constructed over the next decade, Shomax expects its distributed facility approach established throughout the US to…

Forty-third successive year in which the Filipino people have joined 149 other nations around the world in the observance of World Food Day The Department of Agriculture (DA), together with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UN FAO), formally kicked off the annual celebration of the World Food Day on October 14, 2024 at the DA Grounds in Quezon City. The opening program and ribbon cutting ceremony were led by 2024 WFD Chairperson Allan Q. Umali, UN FAO Country Representative Lionel Valentin Dabbadie, Undersecretary for Operations Roger V. Navarro, and Assistant Secretary for Administration Allen Kristopher A.…

CD BioSciences has unveiled sustainable agricultural management services, leading the charge in sustainable farming practices for the future CD BioSciences announced sustainable agriculture management services that aim to revolutionize agricultural systems through eco-friendly planning and restoration solutions. Utilizing state-of-the-art environmental science and innovative green technologies, CD BioSciences provides agribusinesses with customized services to optimize agricultural sustainability and productivity. Over the past few decades, the need for sustainable agricultural practices has become increasingly significant. Intensive farming has led to soil degradation, water pollution, and high greenhouse gas emissions, challenging the farm sector to seek sustainable alternatives. Research indicates that adopting environmentally favorable farming…

State-of-the-art multi-seed and corn germ facility to meet increasing demand for non-GM food and feed ADM has reached an agreement to acquire Vandamme Hungaria Kft and its related entities, which operate a 700 metric ton/day non-GM crush and extraction facility in northern Hungary. “The enduring global trends of food security and sustainability are driving demand for non-GM products, with 60% of consumers in a European survey saying that non-GM is a claim they like to see on product packaging, and ADM is investing to ensure we can meet this growing demand,” said Sebastian Kuck, ADM’s general manager of EU soybean…

Landmark joint venture to cultivate 10,000 hectares of ocean, setting a new global benchmark for regenerative aquaculture and indigenous-led economic growth In a landmark partnership that could transform the seaweed and climate industries, Blue Evolution Inc., a leading innovator in regenerative blue biotechnology, and Te Huata of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, a Māori iwi in Aotearoa New Zealand, have finalized a joint venture, Te Huata Blue. This strategic alliance aims to cultivate seaweed across an initial 5,000 hectares of ocean space, with plans for further expansion, leveraging advanced technology and deep indigenous knowledge to create a model for global environmental restoration, economic empowerment, and…

Value Line Steering solution with new automated steering system democratizes access to advanced agricultural technologies Topcon Agriculture has launched new Value Line Steering solution , designed specifically for producers using mid-sized tractors on small and medium-sized farms. The new product line represents a significant step toward making automated steering technology, typically used on larger machinery, accessible to a broader range of producers. “At Topcon Agriculture, we are committed to democratizing technology, putting precision agriculture in the hands of more growers around the world,” said Antonio Marzia, executive vice president and general manager, Topcon Agriculture. “With Value Line, we are opening up opportunities for…

Advanced solutions for a more sustainable fish farming industry Novo Holdings announced that it has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Stingray Marine Solutions, a market-leading aquaculture technology company that provides advanced solutions for a more sustainable fish farming industry. Stingray Marine Solutions (Stingray), founded in 2012 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, specialises in intelligent aquaculture technology aimed at increasing sustainable salmon production. The company’s product, the Stingray system, utilises a combination of camera vision, advanced proprietary software, and laser technology to remove sea lice from fish in a humane and efficient manner. This system not only improves fish health…

This partnership with T.I.M..E is part of a $40 million investment made possible by President Biden’s American Rescue Plan The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing nearly $9 million in funding to local organizations to provide outreach, education and technical assistance to urban agricultural producers in ten U.S. cities. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is partnering with To Improve Mississippi Economics (T.I.M.E.) to administer an urban farm outreach program offering subawards to community groups that work with producers in cities where FSA has established Urban County Committees. “Working with T.I.M.E. to fund organizations providing on-the-ground support to urban producers is an…