Author: Hithaishi CB

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Cocoa Market by Product Type, Process, Nature, Quality, and Application: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021–2027,” the global cocoa market size was valued at $12,874.0 million in 2019, and is projected to reach $15,501.1 million by 2027, registering a CAGR of 4.3% from 2021 to 2027. Cocoa is extracted from Theobroma tree or cacao tree. The cocoa or cocoa beans are dried and fermented to produce cocoa liquor and by processing the cocoa liquor, cocoa butter and cocoa powder is extracted. The growing demand for chocolate is the key…

BG Titan launches Titan E-Farms in Uganda, combining zero-waste farming, renewable energy, and creating 5,000+ jobs for sustainable growth; Plans for East African Expansion BG Titan Group is excited to announce the official launch of its innovative Titan E-Farms initiative in Uganda, the first step in a broader strategy to transform agriculture across East Africa. With a total project size exceeding $650 million, the Titan E-Farms project aims to establish a sustainable agricultural model that supports economic growth while tackling critical environmental challenges. Pioneering a New Era of Sustainable Farming and Energy Production The Titan E-Farms concept is centered on…

Syensqo’s innovative solution to enhance shelf life and efficacy of microbial-based formulations, promoting responsible agriculture Syensqo is launching AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus, a technology disruptor for microbial-based formulations, that offers unmatched shelf life to accelerate the adoption of more sustainable agriculture methods. In the dynamic landscape of the agriculture industry, the demand for more environmentally friendly farming solutions is higher than ever, and biological formulations—products that leverage natural-based actives present in the environment such as microorganisms or plant extracts—are considered one of the most promising tools. However, the global implementation of these natural-based actives is hindered due to issues such as limited shelf life and…

Five new directors appointed for Wine Australia board The Australian Government has appointed five new directors to the non-executive board representing the interests of the Australian wine industry. Wine Australia invests in research, development and extension, covering issues of national importance for the local wine industry. Directors work to ensure compliance with Wine Australia’s regulatory functions by investing in research and development, building markets and disseminating market information and knowledge. New directors are serving a three-year term effective from 1 October 2024. Dr Angeline Achariya, Victoria Ms Roslyn Baker, Queensland Mr Andrew Kay, South Australia Ms Elizabeth Riley, New South…

TAFE tractors with global outreach in more than 80 countries strengthening farms in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America and South America Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE), one of the largest tractor manufacturers in the world, established in 1960 and the second largest in India, is set to open a subsidiary in Mexico to provide more and better support to its wide customer base. It is expected to commence operations in January 2025. TAFE is currently in discussions with several agencies, including interested parties for partnership. TAFE tractors are sold worldwide in more than 80 countries strengthening farms in Asia,…

The AI-based seed selection program provides farmers with accurate yield predictions for crop protection through smarter seed selectionAcreShield, the developer of Yield Optimizer™, completed its Series A funding of more than $2.5 million. Yield Optimizer is the first commercially accepted proven artificial intelligence (AI) seed selection program for yield prediction that uses independent seed performance data and provides farmers with guaranteed ROI performance. The board of directors authorized Series A for an additional $2 million. Kaylee Williams, investment director of InnoVenture Iowa, a co-investment fund that supports world-changing technologies created in Iowa said “We saw the potential for this AI technology…

Global horticulture leaders convene at PHOTOx to explore unique opportunity in global cannabis industry Fluence , a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis production, hosted its sixth PHOTOx Summit on September 23-24, 2024 in Austin, Texas. PHOTOx is a gathering of the brightest minds in global horticulture. It represents a unique opportunity for industry pioneers to learn the latest in cannabis research and science. Organized by Fluence’s Crop Science team, the company brings together growers and researchers from around the world to explore new breakthroughs in cannabis research and essential growing practices. David Hawley, Fluence’s Principal…

Partners with BASF on the first delivery of BASF’s ammonia BMBcertTM grade BASF and its customer Evonik have agreed on the first delivery of BASF’s ammonia BMBcertTM grade. Thereby, both chemical companies demonstrate their commitment to offer products with a reduced product carbon footprint (PCF). With its ammonia BMBcert, BASF delivers to Evonik a product whose PCF is at least65 % lower than the standard product. Both, BASF and Evonik are extending their product portfolios and launching ammonia-based products applying a biomass balance approach. These products are readily available via existing sales channels and fully integrated into the ERP (Enterprise…

BRIN aims to help Indonesia promote sustainable cultivation of vegetables, fruits, and decorative plants on over 110 million hectares of existing horticultural land. Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is developing eco-friendly biopesticides to support the growth of sustainable horticulture in the country. “Since using synthetic pesticides pollutes the soil, spoils beneficial organisms, and disrupts the ecosystem as a whole, we are in need of environmentally friendly solutions,” Head of BRIN’s Food and Agricultural Research Organization Puji Lestari stated. Lestari said the agency had placed focus on research aimed at inventing natural pesticides using plants, microbes, and minerals. Lestari…

Funding package would be used to help give farmers the tools needed to respond to the current dry conditions and comes after sustained advocacy by local farmers Victorian Government announces drought funding assistance for South West farmers amidst record-breaking dry conditions.  VFF President Emma Germano said the $13.53 million funding package would be used to help give farmers the tools needed to respond to the current dry conditions and comes after sustained advocacy by local farmers and the VFF. “Parts of the South West are the driest on record and I would like to thank Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for…