Author: Suchetana Choudhuri
Growing soybean meal commitments, a new partnership with PAFMI, and enhanced sustainability initiatives underscore the enduring strength of a 30-year relationship The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) commemorated three decades of partnership between U.S. soybean producers and the Philippines, reaffirming a long-standing relationship that has played a pivotal role in supporting the country’s feed milling, livestock, poultry and aquaculture industries. The milestone celebration underscored the enduring importance of U.S. Soy in strengthening feed security, improving nutritional standards and fostering innovation across one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing animal protein markets. The anniversary event was held alongside USSEC’s regional Feed Technology and…
In an AgroSpectrum webinar featuring experts from HyFarm, BioPrime AgriSolutions and Crystal Crop Protection, the conversation shifted beyond rainfall forecasts to the technologies and strategies that will define resilient farming in the years ahead The debate surrounding the 2026 southwest monsoon has largely been framed around a single phrase: “below normal.” Yet, as industry leaders, scientists and agribusiness executives argued during AgroSpectrum’s recent webinar, the bigger challenge facing Indian agriculture is not whether seasonal rainfall is marginally above or below the long-period average. It is the growing unpredictability of rainfall distribution, temperature fluctuations and extreme weather events that are fundamentally…
Sale of laboratory and pilot-scale bioprocessing equipment signals a sharp operational contraction for the well-funded climate-tech startup amid tightening capital markets and scaling challenges in industrial biotechnology Windfall Bio, a venture-backed climate technology company pioneering methane-to-fertilizer conversion systems, has initiated the auction of laboratory and demonstration-scale production assets across its facilities in California and Texas, signalling a significant strategic retrenchment within the emerging carbon-to-value agricultural input sector. According to industry reports, Silicon Valley Disposition has been tasked with liquidating a broad portfolio of scientific instrumentation and process equipment from the company’s San Mateo headquarters and its pilot-scale production site in…
Landmark financing framework unlocks €530 million in green capital to advance renewable energy integration, sustainable water management, and next-generation fertilizer production across Morocco The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and OCP Group have entered into a landmark €450 million partial credit guarantee agreement aimed at accelerating the Moroccan phosphate giant’s industrial decarbonisation agenda and long-term sustainability investments. The strategic financing arrangement is expected to facilitate the mobilisation of a €530 million green financing package structured by Société Générale and BNP Paribas, providing critical capital support for OCP’s ambitious 2023–2030 transformation programme. The investment roadmap is centred on advancing low-carbon fertilizer…
Exports to 25 international markets generated $40.8 million in the first four months of 2026 despite lower shipment volumes, while accelerating imports underscore mounting competitive pressures and evolving consumption dynamics Vietnam’s meat and meat products sector is navigating a period of contrasting trade dynamics, with export values remaining resilient despite declining shipment volumes, even as imports accelerate sharply to meet growing domestic demand and changing market requirements. According to data released by the General Department of Customs, Vietnam exported approximately 5,700 tonnes of meat and meat products during the first four months of 2026, generating export earnings of $40.8 million.…
International certifications and sustainability credentials drive global recognition for Vietnam’s native crop innovation Organic nipa palm nectar products sourced from the Can Gio mangrove biosphere reserve have entered the United States market for the first time, marking a significant milestone in Vietnam’s efforts to commercialise indigenous agricultural resources and expand exports of high-value processed food products. Vietnam Nipa Palm Joint Stock Company (Vietnipa) announced the successful shipment of a portfolio of organic nipa palm-derived products, including concentrated syrup, natural sweeteners, soy sauce, and caramel colouring, to the U.S. market. The development underscores growing international demand for traceable, plant-based ingredients with…
Trade expansion, industry modernization and stronger market compliance emerge as priorities during high-level sectoral discussions The Philippines is accelerating efforts to reposition its coconut industry as a globally competitive and strategically important agricultural sector, with industry leaders calling for enhanced financial access, expanded trade promotion capabilities and stronger policy support to drive long-term growth. During its second-quarter meeting, the National Sectoral Committee on Coconut (NSC on Coconut) endorsed measures aimed at unlocking greater resources for market development and international compliance initiatives. Central to the discussions was a proposal urging the Department of Budget and Management to grant the Philippine Coconut…
Aboitiz Foods and Grab signal deeper commitments to sustainable food systems, digital innovation and low-carbon development Philippine agribusiness major Aboitiz Foods and Southeast Asian technology platform Grab have signalled plans to significantly expand their engagement in Vietnam, reinforcing the country’s position as a key destination for investments linked to sustainable agriculture, energy transition, digital transformation and smart urban development. The investment intent was highlighted during separate high-level engagements between Vietnam’s top leadership and senior executives from both companies during an official state visit to the Philippines, underscoring the growing economic depth of the Vietnam–Philippines Strategic Partnership. For Aboitiz Foods, the…
Advanced grain management systems, horticultural exports and fisheries cooperation emerge as key pillars of the growing partnership The Philippines and Japan have agreed to deepen agricultural cooperation through a broad-based agenda encompassing food exports, advanced farming technologies, post-harvest infrastructure, and long-term food security initiatives, reinforcing a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing agricultural competitiveness and supply-chain resilience. The expanded collaboration emerged from high-level engagements held during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s official visit to Japan from May 26–29, where members of the Philippine delegation conducted extensive discussions with Japanese government officials and industry stakeholders. Agriculture remains a central pillar of the bilateral…
Biological agriculture company advances manufacturing expansion to support rising U.S. demand while strengthening operational efficiency MustGrow Biologics Corp., a developer of biological and regenerative agriculture solutions, reported improved operational performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, supported by initial commercial sales of its TerraSante product portfolio, stronger gross margins and continued cost discipline. The company generated $0.1 million in TerraSante sales revenue during the quarter, marking a significant step forward from the corresponding period in 2025 when no revenue was recorded from the product line. Gross margin on TerraSante products improved to 23.6 per cent, up from 19.5…