Author: Hithaishi CB

BRAC secures $300,000 grant to develop a program forging to empower 3 million women smallholder farmers across Bangladesh, Liberia, Tanzania, and Uganda by 2030. In a significant move to deliver results for communities susceptible to increasingly erratic weather, The Rockefeller Foundation has announced a $300,000 grant to BRAC to support the development and launch of an initiative to empower three million smallholder farmers across Bangladesh, Liberia, Tanzania, and Uganda to lift themselves and their families out of vulnerability by 2030. “Smallholder farmers are on the frontlines of so many challenges, including the impact of climate change,” said Deepali Khanna, Head of Asia, The Rockefeller Foundation. “Through…

Enhances nutrient availability, improves plant vigor, and supports crop development throughout the season for stronger yield potential Loveland Products, Inc., the proprietary products company for Nutrien Ag Solutions and a leading providerof crop input solutions, is deepening its support for Canadian agriculture with the launch of three new performance-driven solutions. Each product is designed to address specific agronomic challenges – enhancing nutrient availability, improving plant vigor, and supporting season-long crop development for stronger yield potential. The new lineup includes: BLACKMAX® WSG, a dry granular carbon-based solution to improve nutrient uptake and soil health. Radiate® Plus, a foliar-applied growth stimulant and…

Algae converted into a drop-in replacement for diesel, reducing lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 80% BRK Technology has announced a major breakthrough in the development of its algae-based biofuel, a sustainable alternative tailored for heavy vehicles. This innovation marks a significant shift in clean energy, aiming to reduce emissions across high-impact industries including construction, mining, freight, and logistics. Unlike traditional biofuels, BRK Technology’s algae-based solution offers a truly scalable and low-impact energy option. With its high energy density and compatibility with existing engines, the fuel presents a practical and immediate route to cutting emissions in hard-to-abate sectors. The company’s proprietary…

Develops ReSURF as a sustainable solution for real-time, on-site, and sustainable water quality monitoring As a vital component of human health and well-being, clean, safe water contributes to food security, supports high-tech industries, and fosters sustainable urbanization. The ability to detect contamination quickly and accurately remains a major challenge in many parts of the world. Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a groundbreaking new device that could revolutionize how water quality is monitored and managed. This concept was derived from the biological function of the oily protective layer on human skin and was translated into a…

Brings stakeholders close to the farmers to deliver food, feed and fuel globally Bunge Global SA closes merger agreement with Viterra Limited, creating a premier global agribusiness solutions company for food, feed, and fuel as part of transformative business combination. Strategic and Financial Benefits of the Combination Global, Fully Integrated Agribusiness Solutions Company: With Bunge’s and Viterra’s highly complementary asset footprints, the combined company will be positioned to connect farmers in the world’s largest production regions to areas with the fastest-growing consumption. Enhanced Ability to Meet the Demands of Increasingly Complex Markets: Better balance of value chains across geographies, access to…

NACF France play a pivotal role in advancing Korean agro-food output into the European market Korea’s National Agricultural Cooperative Federation (NACF) Chairman Kang Ho-dong shared his global expansion strategy with employees in Europe, the cooperative organization for farmers. He urged that NACF France needs to play a pivotal role in Korean agro-food’s successful advance into the European market. National Agricultural Cooperative Federation (NACF) is also known as NongHyup, exists with its three financial subsidiaries — NACF in France, NH NongHyup Bank London branch and NH Investment & Securities in London — reported their latest operations to the chairman during his…

Innovative use of satellite data and their deep commitment to helping farmers worldwide manage water resources more effectively Source Agriculture Corp, a land acquisition and agricultural technology investor, has announced its strategic investment in Hydrosat, a company dedicated to leveraging space technology to tackle global challenges in water scarcity and food security. Hydrosat, with its vision of increasing food production while significantly decreasing water use, is uniquely positioned to address some of the world’s most pressing agricultural challenges. The company has already made impressive strides, successfully launching two satellites into orbit through SpaceX, and is now serving customers on over…

Advancing renewable energy adoption in Southeast Asia and supporting Indonesia’s ambitious energy transition goals LONGi, a global leader in solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions, has officially launched a strategic project to establish a state-of-the-art solar panel manufacturing facility in Indonesia, in collaboration with Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE), a subsidiary of Indonesia’s state-owned energy company Pertamina. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing renewable energy adoption in Southeast Asia and supporting Indonesia’s ambitious energy transition goals. The new facility, located in Deltamas, West Java, will feature an annual production capacity of 1.6 GW, utilizing LONGi’s cutting-edge Hybrid Passivated…

In 2024, Singapore was Cambodia’s third-largest foreign investor, with bilateral trade between the countries increasing 7.1 % year on year to $4.83 billion. Singapore and Cambodia will deepen their collaboration in several areas, including renewable energy, high-quality carbon credits and trade in food products, as the two countries mark 60 years of diplomatic relations. Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is currently on diplomatic visit to Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh, the latest in his series of introductory visits to Asean capitals. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said the two countries’ relationship had continued to grow from strength to strength over the…

FDI-backed food lab to deliver faster, precision testing for Brunei’s food industry, supporting export growth Australia’s AgriGen has signed an agreement with Brunei-based FarmFresh Industries to establish Brunei’s first private food testing laboratory. The Brunei Integrated Analytical Laboratory (BIAL) is planned to be set up in the coming months. By expanding testing options for the industry, the lab is positioned to become a key support service for Brunei’s food sector — one of the country’s five priority sectors for economic diversification. The pioneering project is targeting to commence operations between the fourth quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, initially…