Author: Hithaishi CB

Themed ‘Scaling Innovation in Asia’s Agri-Food Systems’, SIAW 2024 to explore groundbreaking solutions, forge new partnerships, and advance agri-food technology development and adoption across the region The Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW) returns for its fourth edition from 18 to 22 November at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. Asia’s leading platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration, SIAW gathers global industry leaders, policymakers, decision-makers, and innovators to explore groundbreaking solutions, forge new partnerships, and advance agri-food technology development and adoption across the region. Themed ‘Scaling Innovation in Asia’s Agri-Food Systems’, SIAW 2024 comprises four constituent events: the Roundtable on Novel Food Regulations, the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit, the Agri-Food Tech…

Central German federal state offers Europe’s largest investment opportunity with 700 hectares of space at the High-Tech Park Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt mentioned that there is plenty of space for big plans in Germany as the Central German federal state offers Europe’s largest investment opportunity with 700 hectares of space at the High-Tech Park on the outskirts of its capital, Magdeburg. In addition, there are currently 19 more attractive commercial and industrial sites, each offering at least ten hectares of contiguous space, which will be showcased at the joint booth of the European Metropolitan Region of Central Germany at Europe’s largest B2B trade fair for real estate and investment, Expo…

Supporting Animal Caregivers with an Innovative Bottle Feeding Solution STEED’S is excited to announce the pre-launch of its Kickstarter campaign for the Baby Bottle Bed, a new product designed to facilitate the feeding of multiple baby animals simultaneously. STEED’S Baby Bottle Bed is an all-in-one feeding solution that allows caregivers to feed several baby animals at once. This product is designed with soft, cushioned materials to ensure the comfort and safety of the animals during feeding. The hands-free design makes it easy for caregivers to manage feeding times efficiently. Additionally, the Baby Bottle Bed is made from durable, easy-to-clean materials, ensuring a…

In partnership with coffee farmers around the world, Starbucks is scaling solutions and adding two new coffee innovation farms located in Guatemala and Costa Rica, with future investments in farms in Africa and Asia Starbucks announced the expansion of its collaborative coffee innovation network, connecting more farmers around the world with resources to protect the future of coffee. Building on the pioneering global agronomic innovation of Hacienda Alsacia , Starbucks’ first coffee farm, the company has added farms located in Guatemala and Costa Rica, with future investments in farms in Africa and Asia. Learnings from these farms are aimed at finding solutions…

GAFSP, a multilateral partnership platform has deployed more than $2.5B of donor resources for global food and nutrition security financing  Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) has launched a new $75 million investment window to accelerate financial innovations supporting smallholder farmers and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the agri-food sector, with the aim of boosting food security and agricultural development in low-income countries. The Business Investment Financing Track (BIFT) aims to de-risk private investments, making it easier for investment vehicles to mobilize additional finance for investments in high-potential yet traditionally underserved segments of the food system. This…

First and largest end-to-end contract manufacturer for precision fermented bioproducts in the Asia-Pacific region Cauldron Ferm, a next-generation biomanufacturer, is being supported by the Queensland Government through its Industry Partnership Program (IPP) to develop a cutting-edge precision fermentation contract manufacturing facility in Mackay. The Project aligns with the Queensland new-industry development strategy to develop industries that will be in demand as the world decarbonizes. By complementing conventional industrial production methods, biomanufacturing can play an important role in strengthening national resilience. When implemented at an industrial scale, biomanufacturing holds untapped potential to improve food security, meet national decarbonization targets, develop new domestic supply…

Expands reach in Indonesia and the Asia Pacific region with sustainable water management solutions Orbia Advance Corporation S.A.B. de C.V.’s Building & Infrastructure (B&I) business, Wavin, formally opened its new production plant in new Grand Batang City, Indonesia. The facility will supply the company’s expanding customer base in Indonesia and the Asia Pacific region with sustainable sanitation and water management solutions. Sameer S. Bharadwaj, Orbia CEO commented, “This investment brings our business’ innovative water management solutions to a high need and high opportunity market. It is a decisive step on our journey to advance life around the world.” In Indonesia,…

Strengthening its workforce the company aims to drive its mission of democratizing access to sufficient vegetable supply worldwide Source.ag, the provider of AI solutions for vegetable growers, launched of its new office on 1st October in Chicago, Illinois. The opening is part of the company’s vision to expand its local presence to more effectively address the needs of growers in North America thus further driving its mission of democratizing access to sufficient vegetable supply worldwide. The new office and dedicated regional team will focus on aiding growers in Canada, the United States, and Mexico to make data-driven decisions, increase operational…

Nu-Tek’s technology can be used to manufacture peptones and hydrolysates from nearly any protein source Nu-Tek BioSciences, LLC is an innovative manufacturer of critical raw materials used in cell culture media for the development and manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals. Nu-Tek is working with customers to provide solutions enabling secondary sourcing with capacities to support the long-term growth objectives for customer platforms worldwide. Nu-Tek’s technology can be used to manufacture peptones and hydrolysates from nearly any protein source. Through openness and collaboration with customers, Nu-Tek has successfully launched two new versions of Soy Peptone designed to support applications requiring either high nitrogen or…

Cropwise AI is a cutting-edge GenAI system designed to increase the efficiency of agronomic advisors and growers to determine the best crop management practices. Syngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural innovation, announced the launch of Cropwise AI at the World AgriTech Innovation Summit in London Cropwise AI is a cutting-edge GenAI system designed to increase the efficiency of agronomic advisors and growers to determine the best crop management practices. Leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms and data analytics, Cropwise AI empowers growers with deep insights and enhanced decision-making capabilities to optimize crop yields, improve sustainability, and drive profitability. Cropwise AI…