Author: Hithaishi CB

Agrochemical market expected to reach a revenue of $343.6 Bn by 2033_ Analysis by Dimension Market Research The Global Agrochemical Market is expected to constant growth driven by technological innovations, expansion into emerging markets, and a focus on sustainable solutions. However, challenges like regulatory pressures, resistance concerns, and trade barriers may temper the pace of expansion, requiring adaptation & investment in green alternatives and precision agriculture. The Global Agrochemical Market size is expected to reach $256.0 billion by 2024 and is further anticipated to reach $343.6 billion by 2033 according to Dimension Market Research. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 3.3% from 2024 to 2033.…

Agritask launches Risk Assessment Engine for EUDR Compliance Solution Agronomic visibility is of paramount importance for food and beverage companies, transcending mere appearance and taste. A product’s quality is determined by its visible properties, including its size, color, and nutritional content, as well as its chemical, physical, and biological composition. In addition, quality includes factors like chemical usage, traceability, and adherence to certifications like Rainforest Alliance and Fair Trade. To deliver superior products while aligning with sustainability goals, companies need to be able to estimate and manage crop quality. Despite this, achieving and maintaining the desired raw material quality is…

Henan has 13 state key laboratories, 172 national innovation platforms, and 12,000 tech firms. In its pursuit of new growth impetus, China’s major grain-producing province of Henan is reaping the benefits of innovation. Technological innovation has become the primary driving force for Henan, and it is leading changes in the region’s development momentum, structure and quality, Wang Kai, the governor of the central China province, said Thursday at a press conference. Wang said the province has 13 state key laboratories, 172 national innovation platforms, and 12,000 tech firms. In 2023, investments in Henan’s high-tech manufacturing sector increased 22.6 percent year…

China has in the past year ramped up approvals of genetically modified (GM) corn and soybean seeds China has approved the safety of gene-edited wheat for the first time as Beijing cautiously moves forward with commercial growing of genetically modified food crops. China has in the past year ramped up approvals of genetically modified (GM) corn and soybean seeds that are higher-yielding and resistant to insects and herbicide to secure its food security, but the uptake remains slow and cautious due to concerns about the impact to health and ecology. Unlike genetic modification, which introduces foreign genes into a plant,…

Key collaborations will bolster fisheries governance through greater transparency, data-sharing and policy reform Global Fishing Watch, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing ocean governance through transparency of human activity at sea, has announced three pioneering collaborations with Greece, Panama and the West African Sub-Regional Fisheries Commission (SRFC) in a bid to harness technology and data-driven solutions for enhanced transparency, improved fisheries management and greater ocean sustainability. The partnerships, unveiled at the 9th Our Ocean Conference held in Athens, Greece, will leverage open data to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, promote sustainable fisheries management and enable marine protection…

New Greenhouse Fabric, Claro, introduced a innovative woven polyethylene fabric ECP (Engineered Coated Products) Division of IPG (Intertape Polymer Group), a leading manufacturer of polyolefin products, proudly unveils Claro™ Greenhouse Fabrics, an innovative woven polyethylene fabric designed to revolutionize greenhouse farming. Claro is 100% PVC-free and sets a new standard for longevity, durability, performance, and environmental responsibility in the agricultural industry. Engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern agriculture practices, Claro is woven from highly stabilized clear HDPE tapes and finished with LDPE coating. This unique construction offers a range of HDPE products with varying properties to suit different…

Fostering trade and economic cooperation as well as cultural exchanges The cordial ties between France and China have traditionally garnered the most attention among them. The two nations have made impressive progress in recent years in fostering trade and economic cooperation as well as cultural exchanges, all of which are crucial for advancing the growth of bilateral relations. The people of China and France have developed a close affinity and understanding as a result of their cultural interactions. France, one of the major nations on the continent, has an extensive cultural heritage and a lengthy history. Also, the cultural legacy…

The state-of-the-art research center will focus on the challenges and opportunities in agricultural innovation for the 21st century The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), and Nebraska Innovation Campus held a groundbreaking ceremony to launch the construction of the National Center for Resilient and Regenerative Precision Agriculture. The state-of-the-art research center will be located on Nebraska Innovation Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. It will primarily focus on the challenges and opportunities in agricultural innovation for the 21st century. The Center will focus on key research areas to address these challenges and promote sustainable,…

The worldwide observance will call attention to the vital role that women play in global food and agricultural production. U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield and U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small, the UN General Assembly declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. The resolution, and the U.S. government’s efforts to generate support for it, were spearheaded by USDA and garnered more than 100 co-sponsors, underscoring the global importance of uplifting women throughout the agriculture sector. The worldwide observance will call attention to the vital role that women play in global food and…

This investment will enhance Rize’s technology stack including its MRV technology and support further expansion into Indonesia, Vietnam, and across South and Southeast Asia Rize, a pioneering agritech platform dedicated to making sustainable rice cultivation viable through innovative and data-driven practices, today announces the closing of its $14 million Series A funding round. This investment will enhance Rize’s technology stack including its Measuring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) technology and support further expansion into Indonesia, Vietnam, and across South and Southeast Asia. The funding round is co-led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, GenZero, Temasek and Wavemaker Impact. Rize’s technology stack captures vital…