Author: Suchetana Choudhuri

LALGUARD C99WP bioinsecticide stood out as a key attraction at AgroBrasília 2025 Lallemand Plant Care, in collaboration with Brazil’s agricultural research agency Embrapa, has introduced LALGUARD C99WP, a new biological insecticide developed to combat two of Brazil’s most damaging crop pests — whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) and corn leafhopper (Dalbulus maidis). Formulated as a wettable powder containing Cordyceps (Isaria) javanica isolate BRM27666, the bioinsecticide is designed for use in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems. It contains a high concentration of viable fungal spores (1×10¹⁰ conidia/g) and is compatible with other crop inputs, leaving no harmful residues. The product acts by adhering…

Al Ain Farms Group has announced the merger of five major poultry, egg, and food producers into a single national platform, consolidating key UAE food brands under one umbrella. The announcement was made at the “Make it in the Emirates” forum, underscoring the company’s commitment to strengthening food security, local production, and brand unity in the UAE’s agrifood sector Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG) has officially merged five of the UAE’s leading food brands—Al Ain Farms, Marmum Dairy, Al Ajban Chicken, Golden Eggs (Al Jazira Poultry Farm), and Saha Arabian Farms—into a single national food production platform. The announcement was…

Arjena Foods has launched a new groundnut processing facility in Nigeria aimed at enhancing the country’s agricultural value chain. The factory will produce Nutzy-branded coated peanut snacks using locally grown peanuts, supporting rural livelihoods and reducing post-harvest losses. The project is expected to create employment opportunities, increase demand for local produce, and contribute to boosting rural incomes across farming communities Ajrena Foods Limited, in partnership with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and its delivery partner Propcom+, has commissioned a state-of-the-art peanut processing and snack manufacturing facility in Kano State, marking a major milestone for Nigeria’s agribusiness sector.…

Precision Pollination leader BeeHero rolls out new management tool, celebrates pollinator and sustainability milestones In honor of World Bee Day, BeeHero, the global leader in data-driven precision pollination, announced the launch of its Beekeeping Task Manager, a digital tool designed to help beekeepers manage large-scale operations more effectively. Alongside the launch, BeeHero also released new data highlighting its growing impact on pollinator health, crop productivity, and sustainable agriculture. The Beekeeping Task Manager, available via web and mobile apps, allows beekeepers to plan, assign, and track tasks more efficiently across teams. It features real-time updates, field visit coordination, and offline logging…

Sino-Agri Leading Biosciences Co., Ltd has entered into a share acquisition agreement with individual shareholders of Zhejiang Province Taizhou City Agricultural Means of Production Co., Ltd. Under the agreement, Sino-Agri Leading intends to acquire at least 50 per cent of the shares held by these individual shareholders through cash payment or other means. Once the transaction is finalized, Taizhou Agricultural will become a controlled subsidiary of Sino-Agri Leading Taizhou Agricultural, headquartered in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, operates across nearly all provinces in China. The company specializes in four main product categories: pesticides, fertilizers, agricultural films, and seeds, offering over 300 products.…

John Deere has announced the acquisition of Sentera, a Minnesota-based leader in remote imagery solutions for agriculture. The move is aimed at enhancing John Deere’s current technology suite, enabling farmers and agricultural service providers to access more advanced tools for data collection and analysis. By integrating Sentera’s aerial imaging expertise, John Deere aims to support improved decision-making on the farm—boosting profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainability. John Deere has announced the acquisition of Sentera, a St. Paul, Minnesota-based leader in agricultural remote sensing and imagery solutions. The move is set to strengthen Deere’s digital agriculture portfolio by integrating Sentera’s high-resolution drone…

SVG Ventures, a global agri-food innovation and investment firm, has invested $500,000 in Calgary-based Brilliant Harvest—a participant in the THRIVE IV Accelerator—via its Pioneer Fund SVG Ventures, a global leader in agri-food innovation and investment, has announced a $500,000 investment in Calgary-based Brilliant Harvest through its $50 million Pioneer Fund. The fund, headquartered in Alberta and anchored by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), is focused on supporting high-potential agrifoodtech startups and driving innovation across the agricultural value chain. Brilliant Harvest, a participant in the THRIVE IV Accelerator, stands out for its AI-driven platform that enhances efficiency within agricultural equipment dealerships. The…

DJI Agriculture, a dedicated branch of DJI—the world’s leading drone technology company—was founded in 2015. It specializes in creating innovative drone solutions for the agricultural industry, with the goal of improving efficiency, sustainability, and overall productivity in farming practices DJI Agriculture, a dedicated division of DJI—the global leader in drone technology—was founded in 2015 to deliver advanced drone solutions tailored for the agricultural industry. The division is committed to improving farming efficiency, sustainability, and productivity through cutting-edge technology. Its product lineup includes the powerful Agras series, engineered to meet the growing demands of modern agriculture. These unmanned aerial systems perform…

OFI’s New Linhares Facility expands instant coffee operations with emphasis on traceability and renewable energy Olam Food Ingredients (ofi), a business unit of Singapore-headquartered Olam Group, has inaugurated a cutting-edge instant coffee manufacturing facility in Linhares, Espírito Santo, Brazil. The 570,000-square-foot plant is set to significantly boost ofi’s presence in the global soluble coffee market, which is projected to reach $52.2 billion by 2031. Strategically located near Espírito Santo’s rich supply of Conilon coffee—which accounts for approximately 70 per cent of Brazil’s production—the facility will convert beans sourced from ofi’s nine processing units across Brazil into premium instant coffee products.…

The move supports Varun Beverages’ efforts to enhance supply chain efficiency through backward integration and self-manufacturing of visi-coolers and accessories Varun Beverages Limited (VBL), a leading bottling partner of PepsiCo, has announced the acquisition of a 50 per cent equity stake in Everest Industrial Lanka (EIL) for Rs 32.08 crore ($3.75 million). The investment aligns with VBL’s strategy to enhance backward integration by sourcing visi-coolers and accessories internally. EIL, headquartered in Sri Lanka, specializes in the production, manufacturing, and distribution of commercial visi-coolers. The acquisition, approved by the Investment and Borrowing Committee of VBL’s Board of Directors, has also received…