17th Poultry India Expo sets new record, showcases India's rise as global poultry power

30-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

India's position as a global poultry powerhouse took centre stage at the 17th Poultry India Expo 2025, which concluded in Hyderabad after witnessing its largest-ever participation.

Brazil state to roll out blockchain-based microloans for small farmers next month

29-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

Brazil will launch a blockchain-powered microloan scheme offering up to R$15,000 to small farmers, aiming to improve credit access with secure, predictable transactions.

Saffron, the 'Breadwinner' of Kashmiri farmers, reaches the global market via Spain

24-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

Saffron, which enchants mankind in terms of taste, aroma and health and is considered the 'Breadwinner' of the farmers of the Kashmir Valley, is famous as the golden spice due to its medicinal properties and its high price.

BASF expands APG production capacity at Bangpakong site in Thailand

21-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

BASF has expanded its Alkyl Polyglucosides (APG) production in Bangpakong, Thailand, enhancing sustainable surfactant supply in Asia and strengthening its global APG network.

TERI to host global conference on sustainable agri-inputs in Gurugram

11-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

TERI’s AISAC-2025 will gather global experts from Nov 12–14 in Gurugram to explore nano and bio agri-inputs for sustainable and climate-resilient farming.

Poultry India Expo 2025 to draw 45,000 global visitors to Hyderabad

11-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

The 17th Poultry India Expo 2025 in Hyderabad will host 500 exhibitors and over 45,000 visitors from 50 nations, showcasing advances in poultry technology.

Global Marine Symposium concludes with a roadmap for a sustainable blue economy

09-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

The fourth edition of the International Symposium on Marine Ecosystems (MECoS 4) at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) concluded with a strong call for adopting ecosystem-based, multi-species management approaches to ensure the sustainable use of marine resources and to strengthen India’s blue economy framework.

Milma inks MOU to export products to Australia, New Zealand

06-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

Expanding its overseas market, Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand Milma, today signed a tripartite agreement with RG Foods and Midnightsun Global for exporting its products to Australia and New Zealand.

Global symposium on challenges of marine ecosystems to begin in Kochi from Nov 4

03-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.

A global community of marine scientists, researchers, policymakers and industry experts will assemble in Kochi for three days from Tuesday to discuss the mounting challenges facing marine ecosystems, fisheries and aquaculture.  

AfDB gets $14 mn under GAFSP to unlock private capital for smallholders

27-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has received the first funding allocation worth USD 14 million under the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program’s (GAFSP) newly launched private sector financing window.

Prasol Chemicals files INR 500 crore IPO papers with SEBI to fuel expansion

20-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.

Prasol Chemicals files ₹500 crore IPO with SEBI; aims to repay ₹60 crore debt, expand specialty chemical capacity, and strengthen R&D and global presence.

Climate-tech startup Newtral raises $600K from NOW to scale globally

08-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.

Bengaluru-based Newtral secures $600K from NOW Accelerate to expand its AI-driven sustainability platform and scale global decarbonization solutions.

Women make up nearly half of India’s small-scale fisheries, finds global study 

22-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.

Women constitute nearly half of India’s small-scale fisheries workforce that feeds millions and sustains livelihoods across coastal and inland communities, according to a global study. 

Centre eyes global eco-labelling tag for Lakshadweep tuna fisheries using traditional fishing methods 

22-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a major boost to India’s seafood sector, the Centre has announced plans to secure a global eco-labelling tag for Lakshadweep tuna fisheries using traditional fishing methods. 

India seeks climate justice, fisheries support at FAO meet

17-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.

At a regional meeting of the country representatives from Bay of Bengal region, India has demanded climate justice in global and regional fisheries governance, stressing that countries contributing least to climate crisis should not bear the heaviest costs.

Poultry India Expo 2025 set to showcase poultry powerhouse

10-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.

Poultry India Expo 2025 in Hyderabad to showcase innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration in India’s fast-growing poultry industry.

Kerala, EU partner to hold big-ticket meet on blue economy

30-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a significant collaboration to leverage Kerala’s vast potential to emerge as a global blue economy hub, Kerala Government is hosting a two-day conclave in partnership with European Union here on September 18 and 19, focusing on a wide range of themes and areas of tie-up.

IPEMA backs successful 9th IPR Annual Conclave 2025 in Kolkata

26-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

The 9th IPR Annual Conclave in Kolkata, backed by IPEMA and Poultry India, spotlighted sustainable poultry processing, industry collaboration, and global competitiveness.

CLFMA charts bold agri-export roadmap at 58th AGM in Hyderabad

26-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

CLFMA of India sets strong agri-export agenda at its 58th AGM & 66th National Symposium in Hyderabad, highlighting rural livelihoods, global trade, and policy reforms.

Farmer welfare schemes boost MSP earnings, crop insurance, and credit

13-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

India’s MSP hikes, PM-KISAN, PMFBY, KCC, and AIF drive rural prosperity and resilience.

MangoPoint secures $1m from IPV to scale chemical-free mango exports globally

12-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

MangoPoint raises $1m led by Inflection Point Ventures to expand infrastructure, boost global reach, and diversify its chemical-free mango product portfolio.

Dubai to host Food Security SummitX to address global hunger, sustainability

12-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

Food Security SummitX, inspired by “Sarvabhojna”, will convene 1,000+ delegates in Dubai on Sept 17–18, 2025, to tackle hunger, sustainability, and climate challenges.

10,000 FPOs registered, clock INR 5,035 crore turnover under central scheme

11-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

India’s FPO scheme boosts farmer incomes via equity grants, credit, and e-market access.

Global cumin market troubled by Chinese exports

04-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.

People often stay away from mud so that their clothes do not get spoiled, but mud has such arrogance that people are afraid of it. China and America often behave like mud on the global stage.

Innovation, policy reforms could steer India to a $970 million vegetable seed hub by 2030

28-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Valued at $8.45 billion in 2024, the global vegetable seed market is expanding rapidly and experts believe India is well-positioned to become its next major hub, provided the right policies are introduced and effectively implemented.

Netafim India marks 60 years with outreach to 1 lakh farmers

23-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Netafim India celebrates 60 years of global leadership in precision irrigation with a nationwide initiative benefiting over one lakh small and women farmers.

Svalbard’s arctic vault welcomes rare ICARDA seeds against uncertainty

21-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

ICARDA secures 2,707 climate-resilient seed samples in Svalbard Global Seed Vault, bolstering agriculture biodiversity and food security amid rising climate threats.

BRICS tech innovations herald new era for sustainable global agriculture

21-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

BRICS nations are revolutionising agriculture through precision farming, biotechnology, and data-driven solutions, setting new global standards in sustainability and food security.

India eyes low-carbon agriculture to meet food security, climate goals

21-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

India’s agriculture sector can cut up to 150 Mt CO₂ equivalent in emissions through water management, sustainable farming, and carbon credit trading—key for food security and climate resilience.

Global agri output to rise 14% by 2034, says OECD-FAO Outlook

19-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Global agricultural output to grow 14% by 2034, driven by rising demand in middle-income nations. Report warns of nutrition gaps and climate-linked emissions.

Advanta Seeds appoints Rajan Gajaria as vice chairman

17-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Advanta Seeds (‘Advanta’), a global seed company and part of the UPL Group, announces the appointment of Rajan Gajaria as Vice Chairman of Advanta.

TAFE, ICRISAT to set up agri-research centre at Hyderabad campus

15-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

TAFE partners with ICRISAT to launch JFarm Adaptive Agriculture Centre in Hyderabad, advancing sustainable mechanised farming across India and the Global South.

Regenerative farming emerges as sustainable solution to climate crisis

15-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

As climate shocks intensify, regenerative agriculture gains global traction, offering a viable alternative to carbon-intensive farming.

Bayer expands global pact with M2i Group for pheromone solutions

14-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Bayer strengthens global biological crop protection strategy by extending partnership with M2i Group to distribute pheromone-based solutions across Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the US.

Odisha’s ECRICC project boosts profits through mud crab farming

11-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Odisha’s scientific mud crab farming under ECRICC improves fisher incomes, promotes sustainability, and prepares for global exports.

Government committed to farmers’ welfare, says Piyush Goyal

10-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Piyush Goyal highlights key initiatives for farmer welfare, credit, exports, e-NAM, and modernisation at the Agriculture Leadership Conclave 2025.

PNB to hold mega agri outreach on July 11 to empower farmers

10-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Punjab National Bank to host a Mega Agriculture Outreach Programme on July 11, 2025, to boost rural credit and financial inclusion for farmers and SHGs.

Dvara E-Registry launches Micro LAP for small farmers, crosses INR 150 cr

09-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Dvara E-Registry unveils Micro LAP loans for agri entrepreneurs, surpasses ₹150 crore in disbursements across 5 states using satellite-powered credit tech.

SML unveils bio-based agri-inputs StellarOn, Rootiva for climate shift

09-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

SML Biologicals launches StellarOn and Rootiva to lead climate-smart, regenerative farming in India with biotechnology and global collaborations.

Agriculture can boost youth jobs, global GDP: FAO

05-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

FAO says boosting youth employment in agrifood systems could add 1.4% to global GDP, transform food security, and tackle climate risks.

NCEL to boost farmer exports, ensure fair prices: MP

02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

NCEL will help Madhya Pradesh farmers get better prices by linking their products to global markets, says minister Vishwas Sarang at Bhopal workshop.

Banks slash factory farming funds, lag in green shifts

01-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Global banks cut factory farming funding by 46% in 2024, but sustainable farming investments still trail far behind, report shows.

FPO Conclave spurs organic farming in Tamil Nadu

30-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

A Madurai conclave brings 600+ farmers together to boost organic farming, supported by Infinite Seva, IOB, Amul, and Richplus with new credit tools.

Amit Shah inaugurates National Turmeric Board headquarters in Telangana

29-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the National Turmeric Board headquarters in Nizamabad, Telangana, fulfilling a 40-year-old demand to boost turmeric exports, ensure fair prices for farmers, and promote branding, marketing, and global outreach of Indian turmeric.

4WD tractor market to grow 5.7% by 2029: report

29-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Global 4WD tractor market to reach $24.19B by 2029, driven by eco-friendly farming, AI, precision agriculture, and smart machines, says industry report.

India, Brazil to lead global sugar output surge: USDA

27-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

USDA forecasts global sugar production to rise by 8.6M tonnes in 2025–26, led by India and Brazil, offsetting EU declines. Stocks, exports, and trade shift.

Asia faces record heat, disasters in 2024: WMO report

26-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

WMO's 2024 Asia Climate Report warns of extreme heat, floods, and glacier loss. Asia warming twice as fast as global rate, urgent action needed.

Global food prices fall in May 2025: FAO

26-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

FAO reports 0.8?ll in global food prices in May 2025 as maize, palm oil, and sugar decline. Record cereal output forecast for 2025 at 2,911 MT.

India to invest INR 115 Cr on International Potato Centre in Agra

25-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Cabinet clears INR 111.5 Cr Potato Centre in Agra to boost yields, incomes, and rural jobs with global R&D, training, and climate-smart farming practices.

Somaiya hosts global conference on energy, agri & health

24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

ICTEAH 2025 at Somaiya Vidyavihar unites experts on clean energy, digital health, and precision agriculture to advance SDGs and NEP 2020 goals.

FAO report shows mixed progress on global fish stocks

24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

FAO says global fish stocks show signs of recovery in some regions, but overfishing persists. 35.5% remain overexploited despite better governance models.

Connected agriculture market to hit $17.6B by 2032

23-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

The global connected agriculture market is projected to grow at 16?GR, reaching $17.6 billion by 2032, driven by IoT, AI, and smart farming.

Brazil declared free of FMD disease without vaccination

23-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Brazil is now officially free of foot-and-mouth disease without vaccination, a milestone that boosts its livestock exports and global trade credibility.

Innoterra names Avinash Kasinathan as Group Co-CEO

19-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Innoterra appoints Avinash Kasinathan as Group Co-CEO to scale India’s role in global agri-tech growth, digital supply chains, and sustainable farming.

Carbon credits in India: A green opportunity for growth

16-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Discover the rising importance of carbon credits in India and the emerging opportunities for businesses, farmers, and the economy in the global climate market.

McCain Foods India launches regenerative farm in Gujarat

09-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

McCain Foods India launches its first regenerative agriculture demonstration farm in Gujarat, promoting sustainable farming practices and climate resilience aligned with global goals for 2030.

Institutional credit to agriculture quadruples to INR 27.5 lakh Cr in 11 years

08-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Institutional credit to agriculture in India surged nearly four times from INR 7.3 lakh crore to INR 27.5 lakh crore in 11 years under PM Modi’s leadership, supported by schemes like Kisan Credit Card.

ICRISAT launches Centre of Excellence to boost agricultural innovation through South-South cooperation

07-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

ICRISAT launches ISSCA to boost South-South agricultural cooperation, innovation sharing, and sustainable farming solutions across the Global South.

Organic farming key to profitability: Koppal DC

07-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Koppal DC Nalini Atul urges farmers to adopt organic farming for better profitability, soil health, and global demand at a district-level workshop.

Big Idea Ventures, Mars launch Pet Food Innovation 2025

05-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

Big Idea Ventures and Mars Petcare kick off the 2025 Global Pet Food Innovation Program with AAK, Bühler, and Givaudan to drive sustainable pet nutrition.

India agri-trade strategy: Aligning with global partners

04-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.

India’s agricultural trade policy has undergone significant evolution in the last two decades. As one of the world’s largest producers of food grains, spices, dairy, and horticultural products, India plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain.

VST to launch electric power tiller, weeder by FY26

31-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

VST Tillers & Tractors will debut fully electric farming equipment in FY26, targeting domestic and global markets with sustainable agri-tech solutions.

XAG unveils its agri drone P150 at Agrishow Brazil 2025

31-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

XAG, a global leader in smart agriculture solutions, has partnered with CNH to introduce two new agricultural drones — the P150 and P60 — tailored for the Brazilian market.

Copeland, Ecozen launch solar cold storage for Indian farms

22-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a significant move to enhance India's agricultural infrastructure, Copeland, a global leader in sustainable heating and cooling technologies, has partnered with agritech startup Ecozen to deploy solar-powered cold storage systems across rural India.

Global agricultural tractors market to reach $97.8 bn by 2031

19-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

The global agricultural tractors market is poised for significant growth, driven primarily by the increasing adoption of precision farming techniques and strong governmental support for the agriculture sector worldwide.

RBI’s CBDC pilots help landless farmers access agri loans

17-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a landmark move aimed at bridging the credit access gap for landless cultivators, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), in collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of India (SBI), has initiated pilot projects leveraging Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) to extend the benefits of Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) to tenant farmers.

ICL’s innovations revolutionizing agriculture to end world hunger

17-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

Hunger remains a devastating global challenge, affecting around 800 million people worldwide. The root causes are multifaceted, including climate change, economic instability, and inefficiencies in food distribution.

India must reinvent agri-export playbook for FTA gains

17-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

With the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) now finalized and talks with the European Union and other global blocs progressing steadily, India faces a rare and timely opportunity to recalibrate its agriculture export strategy.

Agri-credit likely to rise 9% in FY26, setting new record

14-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

Agricultural credit is poised to reach new heights in FY26, with commercial banks and regional rural banks expected to extend over Rs 31.5 lakh crore in loans to the sector.

UPL launches SUPERFORM to lead specialty chemistries

12-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

SUPERFORM Chemistries, a UPL subsidiary, emerges as a global leader in sustainable specialty chemistry solutions for diverse industries.

Rice prices stabilize amid global supply surplus

11-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

Global rice markets are witnessing a phase of price stabilization, as a surge in supply from major producing countries, including India, Thailand, and Vietnam, helps ease concerns of food inflation.

BASF eyes Asia, seeds market ahead of 2027 IPO plan

11-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

BASF’s agricultural division is targeting growth in Asia and the global seeds market as it prepares for a potential stock market listing by 2027, a senior executive said.

Corbion joins SSP to drive sustainability in global shrimp aquaculture

08-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a significant step towards strengthening sustainability in the aquaculture sector, Corbion, the global leader in algae-based omega-3 solutions, has joined the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP) as an associate member.

APEDA mulls strategy to boost agri, processed food exports

04-May-2025 - 0 Comments.

India’s apex body for agricultural and processed food exports—APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)—is working on a comprehensive export promotion strategy to expand India's footprint in global food markets. This follows an inter-ministerial dialogue held last week in New Delhi.

Odisha urged to expand agri-export footprint globally

28-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a strong push to boost Odisha’s presence in the global agricultural market, Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo urged exporters to explore the state's rich array of agricultural and geographical indication (GI) products for international promotion.

Agriculture IoT market poised to reach USD 60.12 bn by 2032

27-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

The global Agriculture IoT market is expected to grow significantly, with projections estimating it will reach USD 60.12 billion by 2032, up from USD 23.41 billion in 2023, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.12% from 2024 to 2032.

New study maps the complex web of insect decline—and it’s not just about farming

25-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

sweeping new study by Binghamton University reveals that agricultural intensification may be the top driver of global insect decline—but it's far from the only one. In fact, the root causes form a complex, interconnected web of over 3,000 pathways, according to the research published in BioScience.

AgriDex bets on stablecoins to transform $2.7 tn agricultural market

24-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

Despite being a $2.7 trillion global industry, agricultural trade’s supply chains are burdened with outdated systems, high fees, and slow settlement times. AgriDex, a blockchain-based platform, is looking to disrupt this space with a new payment solution that could streamline cross-border agricultural transactions, reduce costs, and bring more transparency to the industry.

AgriDex launches all-in-one solution for agricultural payments

22-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

AgriDex, a global marketplace for agriculture, launches Loam, a next-generation payments platform to transform cross-border transactions in the agricultural sector.

Farmers embrace stablecoins to beat banking hurdles and go global

21-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

Farmers across Africa and other emerging regions are increasingly adopting stablecoins to bypass outdated banking systems, lower transaction costs, and tap into global agricultural markets.

India champions small farmers and climate resilience at 15th BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meet

21-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

At the 15th BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting, India reaffirmed its global leadership in sustainable agriculture, emphasizing inclusive growth, farmer welfare, and technological innovation.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan leads Indian delegation at BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting

20-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a significant diplomatic and strategic move, Union Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan concluded a high-impact visit to Brazil, marking a new chapter in India’s global agricultural outreach.

India, Israel inks landmark agritech alliance for climate-smart farming

13-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a significant stride towards revolutionizing agricultural practices and bolstering global food security, India and Israel formalized a comprehensive agriculture cooperation agreement recently.

India Leads Record Rice, Wheat Output in 2024-25 — USDA April Report

13-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In its latest USDA April report on global agriculture trends, the United States Department of Agriculture projects record-setting production in key commodities, notably rice and wheat, despite widespread climate volatility.

Second National Gene Bank to make India global leader in crop conservation

02-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In a major step towards strengthening India’s agricultural biodiversity and ensuring future food and nutritional security, the Government has announced the establishment of the country’s Second National Gene Bank.

Make in India seeds can dominate global trade if protected by robust IPR framework

22-Mar-2025 - 0 Comments.

mid a raging debate over intersectionality of AI and and IP Rights, and need to modify the Indian Patent and Copyright Acts, the seed industry has asked for an incisive, non-invasive, and foolproof framework to “protect India's premium intellectual property rights framework, and prevent its infringement.” India possesses huge potential in global seed trade and stronger enforcement can help realise it, they said adding that a strong IPR framework will also ensure our farmers are saved from the damages caused by spurious and counterfeit products, and will make their produce globally competitive.

Transforming Agricultural Finance: KCC Loan Limit Increased to ₹5 Lakh

05-Feb-2025 - 0 Comments.

The Indian government has taken a significant step to bolster its agricultural sector by increasing the loan limit under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) holders from ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh.

Novastar Ventures backs the growth of Sistema.bio in Africa

20-Jan-2025 - 0 Comments.

Sistema.bio, a global leader in the delivery of biogas technology, financing, and services for family farmers worldwide, announces Novastar Ventures as its newest investor.

Provivi and Godrej Agrovet Join Forces to Combat Crop Pests in India

18-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

Provivi, a global leader in pheromone-based crop protection, and Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL), a leading Indian agri-business conglomerate, have announced a strategic partnership to introduce sustainable pest control solutions for Indian rice and corn farmers.

Hatchery Heroes: The Importance of Sustainable Fish Seed Production

16-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

As global populations grow and the demand for seafood increases, the importance of sustainable fish seed production has never been more critical.

Organic Farming on the Rise: Can it Meet the Growing Demand for Sustainable Produce?

11-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

As global awareness about health, environmental sustainability, and food safety increases, organic farming has emerged as a significant movement in agriculture.

Blockchain for Seafood: Ensuring Transparency and Traceability

08-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

The seafood industry, a vital component of global food supply chains, faces numerous challenges related to sustainability, legality, and quality control.

Adelaide-made cattle-handling VR teaching tool goes global

A virtual reality experienced that teaches students how to handle cows, designed by a University of Adelaide academic and local tech company Think Digital, has launched to the United States at the 97th Future Farmers of America convention in Indianapolis.

UPL recognized as top patent applicant in Indian Science and Technology clusters for agrochemical research

29-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has been recognized as the top Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applicant in the Indian Science and Technology (S&T) clusters for agrochemical research.

Combating Disease Outbreaks: Protecting Aquaculture from Pathogens

28-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

The aquaculture industry, crucial for meeting the growing global demand for seafood, faces significant challenges from disease outbreaks.

Bayer and Samunnati collaborate to enhance farmer productivity and profitability

26-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture, announced its partnership with Samunnati, a leading agri value chain enabler company, dedicated to empowering smallholder farmers, to usher farmers of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) with access to premium products with the goal to deliver optimal solutions to smallholder farmers.

AI for Aquaculture: Using Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Fish Farming

25-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

The global aquaculture industry, valued at over $200 billion, is pivotal in meeting the growing demand for seafood.

Coop model pivots India’s emergence as world’s largest milk producer: Milma chief at IDF World Dairy Summit

24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

Noting that the cooperative model has immensely contributed to India’s rise as the world’s largest milk producer, Milma Chairman K S Mani made a strong pitch at the World Dairy Summit in Paris for adoption of sustainable and smart practices to turn the global challenges faced by the dairy sector into opportunities.

Seeds are the Foundation of India’s Food Security and Nutrition, says FSII chairman

24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

As global food insecurity and malnutrition continue to pose significant challenges, the seed industry stands as a critical player in addressing these issues.

The Rise of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS): Building Sustainable Fish Farms on Land

24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

As the global demand for seafood increases and traditional fishing methods face environmental and sustainability challenges, innovative aquaculture solutions are gaining traction.

The Future of Fish Farming: Exploring New Technologies and Practices

24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

As the global demand for seafood continues to rise, fish farming, or aquaculture, is becoming increasingly vital for sustainable food production.

Fisheries gets INR 2616 Cr for 2024-25

23-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Amidst a global economy with a positive outlook yet political uncertainties, India’s economic growth continues to be good with a low and stable inflation rate.

Over 1800 firms, 18 nations to participate at Angola's 39th Luanda International Fair

23-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

From July 23 to 28, the 39th Luanda International Fair (FILDA) opens its doors in the Special Economic Zone of the Angolan capital with a focus on internationalization. Angola's main business showcase is attracting more and more global markets and investors as the country invests in strategic infrastructure for global trade and industry, such as the Lobito Corridor and the Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport. 

Corteva Agriscience drives adoption of direct seeded rice, saves up to 30% water

15-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, a global pure-play agriculture company, is committed to helping farmers adopt sustainable and holistic agronomic practices. Direct Seeded Rice is a method in which rice seeds are sown directly into the field as opposed to the traditional method of growing seedlings in nursery and later transplanting to farm.

India's fruits take center stage on the global market

09-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

From the "King of Fruits" to juicy citrus and refreshing melons, India's diverse landscape yields a bounty of fruits that are increasingly gracing tables across the globe.

Global CEO Conclave on wheat, wheat products in Delhi from 27-28 June

23-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Established 36 years ago in 1988, the Wheat Products Promotion Society (WPPS) is delighted to announce the Global CEO Conclave on Wheat and Wheat Products, scheduled to take place at the Hyatt Regency, New Delhi, on June 27 and June 28, 2024.

Edible oil prices climb amid global supply disruption

23-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

The edible oil market has witnessed a price increase in recent months, driven by multiple global factors. These factors have caused fluctuations in global edible oil markets, leading to price hikes of INR 50 to INR 70 per 10 kg in most edible oils.

African Development Fund approves $10 million to scale up nutrition project

22-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has approved an additional $10 million from the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) to implement activities and scale up the impact of the Smallholder Agriculture Development for Food and Nutrition Security project in Liberia.

Samunnati secures US $16 MN credit financing from Blue Earth Capital

22-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Samunnati, a leading agri value chain enabler, has raised its single largest debt tranche of Rs 133 crores ($16 million) during the first quarter of FY 24-25 from Blue Earth Capital, a Swiss headquartered global impact investment firm.

Maintaining soil health is the key to environmental balance and enhancing agricultural productivity

14-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Climate change could cut crop yields, especially in the world's most food-insecure regions. The erratic weather conditions, intense cultivation due to increasing global population and poor soil management is threatening soil, water, and air quality.  

African Development Bank, Ethiopia launch $94 MN project to boost Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain Development

13-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the government of Ethiopia, in partnership with the Netherlands, fertilizer company OCP-Africa, and the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), have launched an ambitious project to transform Ethiopia from a wheat importer to a self-sufficient producer and exporter.

The Grafted Greatness: Top 10 Mango Trees for Hyper-Production in India

01-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the cradle of mangoes, is not just about indulging in the juicy sweetness of the fruit; it's a cultural and economic powerhouse. To cater to the ever-increasing domestic and global demand, innovative techniques like grafting have come to the forefront.

India’s Top Private Dairy Producers: A Look at the Industry’s Giants and the Future of Milk Production

30-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world’s largest producer of milk, is home to some of the most prominent private dairy producers. The dairy industry plays a crucial role in the country’s economy, contributing 23% of the global milk production. Here, we delve into the top private dairy producers in India and the current state of milk production and demand in the country.

Bayer advances genome-editing initiatives for nutrition enhanced vegetables

28-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

As part of its strategic open innovation approach global life science company Bayer has advanced two initiatives with external partners to bring forward genome editing in vegetables.

How to set up Pudina (Mint) Farm in India

13-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

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Sandalwood Farming Takes Root in India

06-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Sandalwood, the aromatic heartwood of Santalum trees, has captivated civilizations for centuries. Its distinct fragrance and exquisite beauty have fueled a global demand, particularly for red sandalwood and white sandalwood varieties.

How Indian Farmers can benefit from Mahogany plantation

05-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Mahogany, a prized timber renowned for its rich color, exceptional strength, and enduring beauty, has long been a cornerstone of the global furniture industry.

Cultivating Global Plates: Top 10 Organic Produce for Indian Export Success

30-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

The global organic food market is flourishing, driven by a growing awareness of health and environmental concerns. This presents a golden opportunity for Indian farmers to tap into this lucrative market by cultivating organic produce in high demand internationally.

Top 10 Global Banks Funding the Agricultural Revolution

27-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

As the world grapples with issues like food security and climate change, agriculture is undergoing a critical transformation. This report sheds light on the top 10 global banks actively funding the agricultural space, exploring their market capitalizations, annual turnovers, and unique initiatives in this sector.

Can Zero Farming Feed the World? Exploring the Promise and Challenges of a Budget-Friendly Technique

23-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

In the face of a growing global population and a strained agricultural sector, innovative farming practices are emerging to address the challenges of sustainability and affordability. Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), a technique popularized by Indian agriculturalist Subhash Palekar, has garnered significant attention for its low-cost approach to food production.

Ninjacart empowers Philippine agritech firm Mayani with strategic investment

19-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

Walmart-backed Ninjacart, India's leading agri-startup that leverages technology and data to organize the global agriculture ecosystem, joins forces with Philippine B2B agritech innovator Mayani in a landmark deal.

UPL recognised as ‘Well-Known Trademark’ by the Indian Trademark Registry

17-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has been recognized as a 'Well-Known Trademark' by the Indian Trademark Registry. This prestigious acknowledgment reinforces UPL’s position as one of India's leading agrochemical companies in the market, thereby fostering trust and credibility among customers.

Wheat Varieties Boosting Indian Agriculture

16-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

Wheat, the "king of grains," reigns supreme on Indian dinner plates. But for farmers, selecting the right variety is crucial for maximizing yield, water efficiency, and ultimately, profit. This report explores some of the top contenders in the Indian wheat landscape, their water requirements, and how they're driving a surge in farmer income and global demand.

Alltech release Agri-Food Outlook on global feed production, influential trends in agriculture

02-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

Global animal feed production remained steady in 2023 at 1.29 billion metric tons (BMT), a slight decrease of 2.6 million metric tons (MMT) — or 0.2% — from 2022’s estimates, according to the  2024 Agri-Food Outlook, released today by Alltech.

Top Tomato Producing States in India

28-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

India is a major player in the global tomato market, with a significant portion of its agricultural sector dedicated to tomato cultivation.

Top Wheat Producing Countries in the World

26-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

An in-depth look at the top wheat-producing states in the world. Learn about the major players in global wheat production and the future of the wheat industry.

Bayer launches Better School Program in partnership with BharatCares to promote STEM learning and innovation in rural schools

13-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global life sciences company with core strengths in agriculture and healthcare, today announced its collaboration with BharatCares, a social impact organization, to launch the ‘Better School Program’ at Adpodra Group Government Primary School in Himatnagar, Gujarat. Aimed at enhancing educational facilities and enabling experiential learning opportunities for the students in Himatnagar, the ‘Better School Program’ focuses on providing a foundational leap to economically challenged students and will benefit more than 850 students from grades 1st to 8th, across four schools.

India's Agriculture in a Disrupted World

13-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, a land of vibrant agricultural traditions, finds itself at a critical juncture. The ongoing Ukraine crisis has sent shockwaves through the global food supply chain, and India, with its vast agricultural sector, is both impacted and holds the potential to offer solutions.

India's Growing Food Basket: A Key Player in Global Food Security

13-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world's second-most populous country and one of the largest producers of agricultural commodities, has a vital role to play in ensuring global food security.

All Villages to Have Access to Agricultural Credit by 2027, Announces Cooperation Minister

10-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

In a move to boost rural development and empower farmers, Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announced the government's ambitious plan to establish Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) in every village across India by 2027.

Neem Summit Highlights Importance of the Tree for Sustainable Future

28-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.

The Neem Summit and Global Neem Trade Fair, held in collaboration with the ICAR-Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi, concluded recently in New Delhi.

Corteva Agriscience launches Salibro to combat crop-damaging Nematodes in India

22-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, a global leader in agriculture solutions, today announced the launch of Salibro nematicide in India.

Solidaridad Asia handholds small tea growers of India to get an even playing ground in the global market

25-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

Solidaridad Asia continues to spearhead sustainable economic development, placing a strong focus on empowering Small Tea Growers (STGs) across India to compete equitably in the global market.

RX Japan's AGRI WEEK rebrands to JAGRI

09-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

After the resounding success of the previous edition of AGRI WEEK, RX Japan announced a strategic rebranding of its premier agricultural exhibition. The event will now be known as JAGRI, reflecting a bold step towards unifying the domestic and international identities of the exhibition for a more cohesive and impactful global presence. 

UPL ranked industry leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

05-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has achieved a score of 76 in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) powered by S&P Global Switzerland, outperforming the industry average of 24 and placing the company as the highest performing agrochemical company globally and in the top 1% of chemical companies worldwide.

Global aquaculture will provide 59% of fish for human consumption by 2030

25-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

In view of a range of critical threats posed by climate change and increasing demand for food and nutritional security, Simon Feunge-Smith, Senior Fishery Officer of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the UN (FAO) has called for enhancing blue finance for innovations and developments in the aquaculture sector. 

Arya.ag and Fairgro Africa: A global collaboration shaping the future of farming

25-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

As India continues to prioritize sustainable agricultural growth, Arya.ag, India’s largest & only profitable grain commerce platform enters into a strategic partnership with Fairgro Africa Limited, an agricultural company in Kenya.

Grundfos’ ground-breaking initiative iTruck drives towards Carbon Neutral Industries

23-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

In a world that's becoming increasingly conscious of environmental responsibility and technological advancement, Grundfos, a global leader in intelligent and energy-efficient pumping solutions, is driving change with its ground-breaking initiative - the Grundfos iTruck Drive.

Round Table Meet calls for international collaboration for sustainable growth of fisheries, aquaculture 

22-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

An International Round Table Meet led by Union Fisheries Minister Shri. Parshottam Rupala at the Global Fisheries Conference India 2023 being held here has called for cooperation and collaboration between countries for a sustainable growth of the fisheries and aquaculture sector. 

India to host first edition of Global Fisheries Conference 

19-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

India is set to host the Global Fisheries Conference India 2023, a two-day mega event bringing together a diverse array of dignitaries and stakeholders including state fisheries ministers, diplomatic delegates representing different nations, global fisheries and aquaculture scientists, policy makers, fisheries communities and investment bankers on November 21 and 22 on the occasion of celebrations of the World Fisheries.  

Introducing Long Grain Cambodia's Cutting-Edge Facility Poised to Rapidly Grow in the $271 Billion Global Rice Market

10-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

Long Grain Co. Ltd ("Long Grain" or the "Company") is a specialty rice production and distribution enterprise positioned to make a significant impact in the global rice market, having recently unveiled its world-class milling facility that reimagines rice production and distribution.

Agri-food leaders optimistic about sustainable food system, Alltech survey finds

26-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

Alltech's first global sustainability insights survey finds that agri-food leaders believe the industry can work together to create a better, more sustainable food system.

AVPL familiarises Indian States’ Agricultural Boards on advanced drone technology

24-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

AVPL, a global leader in the drone industry specializing in cutting-edge agricultural drones, collaborated with Haryana State Agriculture Marketing Board to organise a Multi state Conference on the 'Promotion of Inter-State Trade and Sharing of Infrastructure between State Agricultural Marketing Boards' event to educate agricultural boards on advanced drone technology.

Scientists warn of climate crisis threatening marine life as Asian countries face high risk

18-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

A global consortium of marine biologists has warned that climate change is devastating marine life, threatening Asian countries the most.

Agri fintech KIVI closes seed round, positions to serve the farmgate ecosystem with credit, commerce and distribution

13-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

Agri-fintech startup KiVi, operated by Agrosperity Tech Solutions Private Limited, announces the conclusion of its seed round of Rs 15 crore led by Caspian Leap for Agriculture Fund, Piper Serica Angel Fund, YAN Angel Fund, Impact Innovators and Entrepreneurs Foundation, among others. KiVi is incubated at IIT Madras Research Park and stands for kisan vikas - farmer development.

Revolutionizing agriculture: The rise of vertical farming"

09-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

In recent years, a groundbreaking innovation in agriculture has been quietly taking root, offering a sustainable and efficient solution to address the growing global demand for fresh produce.

Global agriculture faces challenges and innovations amidst changing climate

07-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

As the world grapples with the impacts of climate change, the agriculture sector is facing unprecedented challenges and innovations to ensure food security for a growing global population.

Pioneering progress in pearl millet: Corteva Agriscience - ICRISAT - ICAR collaboration redefines global food security

05-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

In an era marked by growing global population and climate change concerns, a collaborative research project between Corteva Agriscience, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was undertaken.

International Zinc Association organizes the 2nd Edition of the Global Micronutrient Summit in New Delhi

29-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The International Zinc Association (IZA), in association with the Fertiliser Association of India (FAI), is organizing the highly anticipated Global Micronutrient Summit 2.0 on the 5 to 6  October 2023 at Leela Palace in New Delhi, India.

Zenith Global announces finalists for 2023 Vertical Farming World Awards

29-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The finalists for the 2023 Vertical Farming World Awards are now published. The winners will be announced during a dedicated awards ceremony on Tuesday 10 October, at the 2023 Vertical Farming World Congress hosted in London and online.

Global turmeric conference unites stakeholders for developing ecosystem

28-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The maiden one-day Global Turmeric Conference here ended with deliberation around challenges and opportunities that would pave the way of growth and development of Turmeric ecosystem often referred as ‘golden commodity’.

Global turmeric conference eyes farmers and industry partnership

23-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The city will witness its maiden Global Turmeric Conference on 27th September where Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), traders, processors, exporters, researchers and other stakeholders of turmeric ecosystem will come together to discuss various issues related to the crop.

Global farmers express concern over climate change impact on agriculture, finds survey

22-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

71% of farmers say that climate change already has a large impact on their farm, and even more are worried about the impact this will have in the future. 73% have experienced increasing pest and disease pressure.

NABARD emphasises on agri-fintech innovations for taking rural and agri-economy forward  

11-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) took center stage at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF), held from September 5th to September 7th, 2023 in Mumbai. NABARD highlighted its ground-breaking work to integrate digital financial services with rural and agri-economy.

Bayer invests EUR 220 MN in cutting-edge R&D facility for regenerative agriculture

02-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global leader in Crop Protection, has made a significant stride in its commitment to sustainable agriculture by announcing a EUR 220 million investment in a state-of-the-art research and development (R&D) facility at its Monheim site.

TVS Eurogrip Tyres showcases new range of agricultural radial tyres at Farm Progress Show 2023

02-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

TVS Eurogrip, one of the fastest-growing global brands in 2-wheeler & 3-wheeler tyres, and Off-Highway Tyres, participated in the Farm Progress Show 2023 from 29 to 31 August 2023. 

Agritech start-up farmers fresh zone earns UN recognition for sustainable innovation

20-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Farmers Fresh Zone (Farmers FZ), an innovative start-up focused on revolutionizing the agricultural sector, has gained global recognition by being selected as the sole Indian participant in the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and Seed's SDG Agrifood accelerator programme for innovators.

UPL bags Clarivate South Asia Innovation Award 2023 for third time

17-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070 LSE: UPLL) (‘UPL’) a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has been awarded the South Asia Innovation Award in agribusiness for the third time recognizing UPL as a top innovator.

Indian agritech Fyllo partners with Spain’s Terraview to revolutionize  precision agriculture in Europe

10-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Fyllo, India’s first precision agri-tech startup, has announced a strategic partnership with Terraview, a leading global climate SaaS (Software as a Service), to improve productivity of over 100+ wine producers across US, Spain, and Australia.

UPL SAS partners with Olam Agri to advance sustainable & productive sugarcane farming in India

08-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Sustainable Agriculture Solutions Ltd. (UPL SAS), a global leader in sustainable agricultural products and solutions, has joined hands with Olam Agri, a leading food and agribusiness supplier, to launch the transformative 'Shashwat Mithaas' initiative aimed at driving sustainable and consistent sugarcane production across India.

Netafim's drip irrigation technology helps Shivpuri farmers achieve 40% increase in crop yield

28-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Netafim, an Orbia business and a global leader in precision agriculture solutions, has revolutionized tomato farming in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, by helping farmers achieve a 40% increase in crop yield and higher profit.

​DeHaat Partners with Global Bio Agri-Input Innovations to bring sustainable solutions to Indian farmers

26-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

DeHaat, India's largest full stack AgriTech platform, has partnered with two global biological agri-input innovators, GBI (Global BioAg Innovations) and Aussan Laboratories.

Corteva celebrates 50-years of innovative Pioneer Seeds solutions in India

13-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global pure-play agriculture company recently commemorated the 50-year legacy of Pioneer Seeds in India at an event in Hyderabad.

Cargill join hands with TechnoServe to promote regenerative agriculture in India

29-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture, has partnered with TechnoServe, a non-profit organization, to launch an ambitious program called 'Srishti' aimed at transforming the agricultural landscape in India

Mitsubishi Corporation's rice-paddy methane reduction project approved under J-Credit scheme

29-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) has announced that its application for the registration of its Rice-paddy methane-reduction project under Japan's J-Credit Scheme has been approved by the certification committee.

Sistema Bio unveils world's largest biogas plant manufacturing facility in Pune

15-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Sistema Bio, a global social enterprise specializing in innovative biogas technology, today inaugurated the world's largest manufacturing facility for biogas plants in Pune, India.

Lenovo unveils digital center for Kanthalloor millets farmers

06-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Lenovo, a global technology leader has recently launched a digital center for millet farmers in Kanthalloor, Kerala.

Venture investment in Indian agrifoodtech down by 33% at $2.4 BN during 2022, says report

24-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

AgFunder and Omnivore have released the fifth India AgriFoodTech Investment Report, detailing $2.4 billion in startup investment, a 33 percent year-over-year decline from $3.6 billion in 2021. The decline matches the global downward trend but there were bright spots where investors backed innovations focused on farmers and climate change.

Arya join hands with Bayer for promoting sustainable agriculture

24-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

Arya.ag, India's largest and only profitable agritech platform, has joined forces with Bayer CropScience, a global leader in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, in a strategic collaboration aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture.

Agtech firm WRMS introduced SecuRisk to bridge the $160 billion global underinsurance gap   

28-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Weather Risk Management Services (WRMS), an agriculture & climate risk management company, introduced SecuRisk to bridge the $160 billion global protection gap.

Work For Humankind India: Lenovo's smarter technology supports the millet revival, aiming to benefit over 200 households in Kerala

25-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Following the global success of Lenovo's Work For Humankind initiative, Lenovo announces the launch of its India edition of Work For Humankind, which will use Lenovo's smarter technology to revive millet cultivation in the scenic village of Kanthalloor, Kerala.

GITAM's homegrown compost pelletization technique empowers Andhra farmers 

25-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Food insecurity is a global crisis today. Besides the threat to farmers' livelihood and agriculture, a bigger problem for India is loss and wastage, with India ranking 107 out of the 121 countries, in the 2022 Global Hunger Index. 

Kerala Milk Federation launches ‘Repositioning Milma 2023’ initiative

19-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan today launched an ambitious rebranding initiative of the cooperative dairy major Milma focusing on the image makeover of the brand by bringing uniformity in packaging, design and products quality to meet the challenges from domestic and global competitors while reinforcing its position as the market leader.

Aavishkaar Capital invests INR 16 Crores in INI Farms

14-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

ESG First Fund, managed by Aavishkaar Capital (Aavishkaar), an Aavishkaar Group company and a global pioneer in taking an entrepreneurship-based approach to scaling businesses for impact, and set up in partnership with KfW, a German state-owned development bank, announced their first investment of INR 16 Crores (1.95 Million USD) from the ESG First Fund into INI Farms.

Agri startup Greenikk builds supply chain to bolster India’s banana fibre-based industry

29-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

gri startup Greenikk, which created India’s first full-stack banana supply chain, has developed a waste-to-value system to strengthen the country’s banana fibre-based industry by ensuring a steady supply of banana stem fibre to entrepreneurs and artisans for producing high value goods having a huge demand in domestic and global markets.

Alltech publishes white paper comparing selenium sources by form, source and function

18-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Backed by more than 40 years of scientific research, Alltech is dedicated to providing solutions and products that contribute to the success of the global animal health industry. This commitment continues with the publication of a new white paper, entitled “Organic selenium: A comparison of form, source and function,” by Dr. Richard Murphy, director of research at Alltech.

NCAER releases report on how to make India a global powerhouse in farm machinery

27-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

The National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) is one of India’s premier economic policy research think tanks latest report on the “Making India a Global Powerhouse in Farm Machinery Industry” was released by Mrs. Shobha Karandlaje, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare at Krishi Bhawan on recently.

Bayer partners with WayCool to deliver optimal solutions to smallholder farmers

27-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with WayCool, one of India's largest Food and Agritech companies, as a strategic partner to deliver end-to-end holistic solutions to smallholder farmers in India.

Samunnati and Plasma Waters inaugurate the first new age Plasma-ized water generator in Hyderabad

27-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Samunnati and Plasma Waters, announced the installation of the first Plasma-ized Water Generator at the former’s Centre of Excellence, Hyderabad, Telangana, today in the presence of  Anil Kumar SG, Founder & CEO, Samunnati & Robert Hardt, President & Global CEO, Plasma Waters Inc. along with his India MD, Mrs. Pragya Kalia and the Global Management Team from USA.

Find ways to absorb fluctuations in global seafood export market: IISS

19-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

India must tap more of its domestic market for shrimps through improved cold-chain infrastructure so as to absorb fluctuations in the international trade of the commodity owing to stiff competition from Latin America and South-East Asia, according to experts at the 23rd India International Seafood Show (IISS).

Global chitosan market poised for 12% annual growth: expert

18-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Chitosan’s world market is poised to grow annually by 12 percent from the current size of US $10.88 billion to US $47.06 billion by 2030, an expert at the India International Seafood Show (IISS) said recently.

Samunnati becomes a member of GLOBALG.A.P, to promote sustainable farming at scale in India

13-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Samunnati Agro Solutions Private Limited, one of the prominent agri enterprises in India, joins hands with Germany-based GLOBALG.A.P., the leading body for setting global standards for agricultural produce particularly, on food safety and quality. Samunnati and GLOBALG.A.P. together aim to collaborate in developing standards for crops such as cereals, pulses, and oilseeds that are important for the nation.

IZA’s 4th Edition of the Global Zinc Summit to held in New Delhi from Feb 16-17

12-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

International Zinc Association (IZA), in association with Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL), is organizing the 4th edition of Global Zinc Summit on 16-17 February 2023 at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi, India. 

Bayer organises a national conference to raise awareness on Nematodes among farmers

10-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, recently organised the first-ever national conference on ‘Plant Parasitic Nematodes’ in Bengaluru.

Top 7 important factors luring people towards agriculture

24-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

As demand for global food production is increasing, there has been a growing interest of people looking to move in. 

Cropin raises INR 113 Cr funding from ABC Impact, Chiratae Ventures, Google, and JSR Corporation

12-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

Cropin, the global agritech pioneer that has built the world's first industry cloud for agriculture, has secured INR 113 crores in funding from new investors Google and JSR Corporation, as well as existing investors ABC Impact and Chiratae Ventures.

SLCM wins prestigious FICCI’s Sustainable Agriculture Awards 2022

01-Dec-2022 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading comprehensive service provider in the global post-harvest space for agricultural commodities has received the prestigious ‘Sustainable Agriculture Awards’ 2022 from FICCI, India’s oldest and largest industry association catering to diverse business domains.

Agritalks Brazil-Singapore showcases Brazilian Agriculture’s commitment to a global sustainable future 

29-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Agritalks Brazil-Singapore, a conference focused on promoting innovation, sustainability, and security in agriculture, was held in Singapore for the very first time.

International Year of Millets 2023 will be an opportunity to promote millets as the nutritious cereals globally, says Tomar

28-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Indian Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has said the International Year of Millets (IYOM) – 2023 will provide an opportunity to increase global production, efficient processing and better use of crop rotation and promote millets as a major component of the food basket.

Best Agrolife bags A- credit rating from Care Ratings

22-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Indian agrochemical major Best Agrolife Ltd. (BAL) on Friday informed that CARE Ratings Limited has assigned a 'CARE A-' rating to the long-term bank facilities of the company with a stable outlook.

LEMKEN India celebrates its 10th anniversary with new product launch

19-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

LEMKEN India Agro Equipment one of the leader industry leader in advanced Agri solutions has announced the tenth anniversary of the company's founding in India with Presence of LEMKEN Owner Ms. Nicola Lemken, Anthony Van der ley - Global CEO & Sanjay Kapoor - LEMKEN India CEO & Director. 

Bayer commences commercial usage of drone services for farmers as part of its digital transformation initiative

30-Oct-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture has announced that it has initiated the commercial application of drones in agriculture from Kharif 2022.

India is the global gateway for Bio AG Solutions, opines Dr Venkatesh Devanur, Secretary, BIPA.

20-Oct-2022 - 0 Comments.

The two-day India's biggest BioAgri conference, "BioAgri-2022, the second edition was organised in city. 

Federal Bank begins testing for RBIH-developed KCC

23-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Federal bank officially launched the pilot for Instant Kisan Credit Card (KCC) in the presence of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) and the Tamil Nadu state government.

Pesticide's use did not affect basmati rice export, analysis by CCFI reveals

21-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

India is a global leader in rice exports - both Basmati and non-Basmati. In the last 10 years from 2012-13, India’s Basmati rice export (in volume terms) has grown 46 percent at a CAGR of 4 percent. 

Ninjacart launches agri export-import platform targeting UAE, GCC nations

21-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Ninjacart, India's leading agri-startup that leverages technology and data to organise the Indian agriculture ecosystem, has expanded its footprint globally by launching Ninja Global platform for agri export-import businesses in the UAE and GCC countries.

Union Bank of India digitizes Kisan Credit Card

20-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Union Bank of India has announced an Industry-first, farmer-focused end-to-end digitalization of Kisan Credit Card product as part of flagship Digital Transformation project ‘Sambhav’. 

Agricultural research leaders’ team up to launch open data crop nutrition platform

06-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Marking a major advance in improving crop health and nutrition worldwide, the Consortium for Precision Crop Nutrition (CPCN) and Agmatix today launched a unique global platform designed to drive international research collaboration and expand open access to crop nutrient data to farmers, their advisers and policy makers.

Hybrid rice complements weather conditions of India

06-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Rice is a staple food for more than half of the global population and India is the second-biggest consumer after China. Rice cultivation in India occurs mostly under rainfed conditions, which makes the crop highly vulnerable to unpredictable weather conditions.

Bayer to scale up its Sahbhaagi program in 24 states

03-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture, announced its plan to scale up its Sahbhaagi program to empower rural women and youth with an aim to develop a comprehensive agricultural ecosystem.

Jharkhand becomes first state to distribute seed to farmers through blockchain tech

22-Aug-2022 - 0 Comments.

In a significant development which would revolutionize agriculture in the country, Directorate of Agriculture, Jharkhand and global blockchain technology company, SettleMint, India jointly announced the successful launch of seed distribution to farmers based on blockchain technology.

DLL India sells its agriculture, healthcare finance portfolio to Kotak Bank

11-Jul-2022 - 0 Comments.

Kotak Mahindra Bank, a private sector lender, announced that it has purchased the portfolio of agricultural and medical equipment financing from De Lage Landen International BV's Indian business (DLL). With this, the bank has acquired 25,000 new clients with a credit balance of roughly INR 582 crore.

Bayer, ADM partner to build and implement a sustainable crop protection model for soybean farmers

24-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in India with ADM, a global leader in sustainable human and animal nutrition.

Corteva help farmers with hybrid millet seeds to increase yield, enhance livelihoods

20-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Observing the “International Year of Millets 2022-23” and to address the demand for adequate food, nutrition, and livelihood security while combating climate change, global agriculture company, Corteva Agriscience is focused on engaging the next generation of farmers through its hybrid millet seeds and modernizing the key agricultural attributes to support them in growing what matters.

Agriculture ministry signs MoU with UNDP for strategic partnership on Agriculture, Crop Insurance and Credit

02-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) wherein UNDP will provide technical support towards Centre’s aspirational Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) scheme & Kisan Credit Card – Modified Interest Subvention Scheme.

UP, CHR. Hansen unveils bionutritional for crops

24-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

UPL, a global provider of sustainable agriculture solutions has announced the launch of Zoatin, a new biosolution that effectively facilitates plant uptake and utilisation of phosphorus to improve crop health and yield.

Cropin set up artificial intelligence lab, to bring predictive intelligence to every acre of cultivable land

16-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

Cropin, the agritech pioneer, building the first global Intelligent Agriculture Cloud, announced that it has set up a new artificial intelliegence (AI) Labs.

Bayer sets up a 500 LPM capacity oxygen plant in the sambalpur district of Odisha

30-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition today launched an oxygen plant with 500 LPM capacity, at SDH Rairakhol in Sambalpur district of Odisha, as part of its CSR initiative focussing on strengthening healthcare facilities in rural and underserved parts of India.

UPL, Gujarat titans join hands for sustainability

29-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., global provider of global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, today announced a partnership with the newly formed Ahmedabad franchise - Gujarat Titans as their sustainability partner for the ongoing IPL 2022.

Bayer honors three young agricultural leaders with an award supporting the projects they designed to help feed the world

12-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Three young leaders, each with a passion for sustainable global agriculture, have been named winners of Bayer’s Youth Ag Summit Thrive for Change Awards. Bruno Ferreira from Bolivia, Chidinma Ezeh from Nigeria and Emiliano Barbero from Argentina will each receive a €5,000 bursary award to help put their winning Thrive for Change project ideas into action.

Ninjacart partners with Avanti Finance to launch innovative credit products focused on agri value chain

11-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Ninjacart, India's leading agri-platform which leverages technology to organise the agriculture ecosystem, has expanded its capabilities within the agri-tech space championing digital financial inclusivity through a strategic partnership with Avanti Finance.

Gevo, Farmers Edge signs MoU to verify sustainable fuels from low-carbon grain through Verity Tracking

07-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Gevo, Inc and Farmers Edge Inc, a global leader in digital agriculture, announced that they signed a memorandum of understanding to work together to deliver a one-of-a-kind, carbon inset management program.

Arya joins United Nations Global Compact Network India

06-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Arya.ag, one of the leading integrated grain commerce platform has announced that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact India thereby voluntarily conforming to universal sustainability principles and taking steps to support UN SDGs.

Water Ways' update on the acquisition of Hidrotop, a Chilean Smart Irrigation Provider

06-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Water Ways Technologies Inc, a global provider of Israeli-based agriculture technology that provides water irrigation solutions to agricultural producers, is pleased to report that the due diligence process on the acquisition of Desarrollo De Sistemas Hidraulicos SA (Hidrotop) is progressing well, and Water Ways expect to close the acquisition by mid-May, 2022, or such later date as the parties may mutually agree upon.

UAE announces USD 2m global foodTech challenge

06-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

The second edition of the global FoodTech Challenge, that seeks to find the next wave of technology innovations on the cusp of transforming traditional agriculture practices, efficiently and sustainably, was launched at the EXPO2020 Dubai, and was unveils the competition's pooled prize amount of US $2 million.

Agricultural Bank of Egypt announces increase in agricultural credit categories for small farmers

28-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

The Agricultural Bank of Egypt (ABE) announced an increase in agricultural credit categories of 25 per cent to support small-scale farmers in the face of rising prices for inputs and production.

Iris Energy, enters into global strategic collaboration agreement with Finland's Clewer Aquaculture

18-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

Iris Energy LLC, USA (Aquatech Division) announce their entrance into a Global Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Clewer Aquaculture OY, Finland. This collaboration is created specifically to focus on the burgeoning business of building land-based Fish Farms globally, using Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology, for sustainable sourcing of the highly valued fish protein.

ICARDA enabled access to global germplasm in the Indian breeding programmes

17-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

International centre for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas (ICARDA) enabled access to global germplasm for use in the Indian breeding programmes.

DLL, Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, MagNA to continue long standing partnership

11-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

Global financial solutions provider DLL, a fully-owned subsidiary of Rabobank Group, announced yesterday that they will extend their long-standing U.S. joint venture with Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited (MMFSL).

BOB Financial, CreditAI launches co-branded credit card for farmers

11-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

BOB Financial Solutions Limited (BFSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of Baroda (BoB), and CreditAI Fintech Pvt Ltd (CAI), a Singapore and Bengaluru based farmer digitisation and credit scoring company have launched Unnati – a co-branded credit card exclusively for farmers. The card has been launched as a contactless offering on the Visa network.

Cropin announces three new executive leadership appointments

10-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

Cropin, a leading global ag-ecosystem intelligence provider announced the appointment of three executive leaders in a move to strengthen its leadership team and support the company’s continued growth and execution of its strategic priorities.

ICTforAg 2022 global conference on digital agriculture to be held from March 9-10

08-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

The ICTforAg 2022 conference will take place virtually on March 9-10, 2022, and convene leading stakeholders from the agri-tech and agri-food ecosystems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Cropin wins Climate Innovation Challenge; deploys robust climate-resilient solutions

08-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

Cropin, a global provider of agri-ecosystem intelligence, was recently named one of the winners of the Climate Innovation Challenge (CIC) grant, which is a sub-program of the Program for Asia Resilience to Climate Change, a trust fund administered by the World Bank and funded by the United Kingdom's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

NABARD permits MSC Bank to refinance PACCs

28-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

In a major development, NABARD has given permission to Maharashtra State Cooperative (MSC) Bank to give short-term refinance to the Primary Agriculture Credit Cooperative Societies (PACCs), connected with those DCCBs which are weak or not in a position to give finance to them.

Corteva introduces technology driven crop protection solutions to farmers

28-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Aligned with its commitment to provide agronomic support to help farmers increase their productivity and profitability, Corteva Agriscience, the global agriculture company, introduced ‘Udayan – Tarakki ka Naya Savera’- an integrated farmer engagement program. Udayan program is focused to establish and nurture a relationship with Corteva’s customers and channel partners.

Rhiti Group, EST Global collaborate to provide new-age agriTech solutions

25-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Rhiti Group has announced collaboration with EST Global Inc., a leading FinTech company based in the Boston Cambridge MIT ecosystem working towards investing in FinTech solutions and bringing financial inclusion.

India showcases export potential of organic & horticulture produce at EXPO2020 Dubai

22-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

To project the strength of India’s organic agriculture and horticulture products in the global market, India Pavilion at EXPO2020 Dubai hosted a seminar “Indian Organic and Horticulture Sector–Moving Up the Value Chain’ as part of the ongoing ‘Food, Agriculture and Livelihood’ fortnight.

NABARD expects to lend INR 6.13 lakh crore to priority sectors in Maharashtra during 2022-23

22-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in its state focus paper on Monday has projected a potential credit outlay of INR 6.13 lakh crore to priority sectors in Maharashtra during 2022-23 against INR 5.95 lakh crore for 2021-22.

India to showcase agriculture, food processing potential at EXPO2020 Dubai

17-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

India will pitch to become the preferred sourcing partner for the global food processing industry during the fortnight at EXPO2020 Dubai and host various seminars and conferences to deliberate on ways to explore international collaborations and further strengthen its export potential.

Crystal Crop launches a new venture-Saffire Crop Science, for technology-driven crops solutions

11-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Built on more than 34 years of experience in leading research and development in crops solutions, Crystal Crop Protection Limited, has now launched Saffire Crop Science that will leverage technology to offer global-standard products and services.

WayCool strengthens its team

11-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing agri-commerce company, today announced key leadership appointments. The appointments are in continuation with WayCool’s drive to attract the best global talent.

India among top 10 countries producing 65% of global feed, finds 2022 Alltech Agri-Food Outlook

28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

The 2022 Alltech Agri-Food Outlook was released recently highlighting global feed production survey data. The global COVID-19 pandemic has had major impacts on the agri-food sector, contributing to supply chain challenges and accelerating the adoption of new technology and environmental sustainability practices.

Accessibility of gene editing technology to diversify food basket, says Dr Ratna Kumria of Alliance for Agri Innovation

28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture is not only the main occupation for about 45 percent of the global population but the only means of livelihood for many. Its integral not only to rural economy but also to our culture and traditions. Even though agriculture feeds and clothes the world, in its current form it is not a very sustainable activity.

Simplified legal processes for small-scale green hydrogen production methods will greatly benefit India

28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

The Environment Committee of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised a Webinar on Global Development in Hydrogen Safety on 24 of January 2022 with Eminent Speakers Dr Jan Roar Bakke, Executive Vice President, Gexcon Norway, Geirmund Vislie, Vice President – Hydrogen Safety, Gexcon AS and Rajendra Narkhede, Senior Vice President, Gexcon India.

Organic India to give Dharti Mitr Awards 2021 next month

27-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Acknowledging the relentless contribution of farmers from across the country, Organic India, an innovative global leader working with thousands of small family farmers who cultivates sustainable organic farmlands, officially announced the Dharti Mitr Awards 2021 recently.

Bayer invites global researchers to submit novel crop protection compounds through new Testing4Ag program

15-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer has announced the launch of Testing4Ag, a new program which allows research scientists from around the world to submit novel chemistries to Bayer for testing in hopes of identifying potential new modes of action to control fungal diseases, insect pests, or weeds.

Samunnati signs co-lending partnership with IndusInd Bank exclusively for FPOs

26-Dec-2021 - 0 Comments.

Samunnati an agri-value chain enabler has entered an industry first co-lending agreement with IndusInd Bank to expand credit accessibility and market linkages for farmer producer organisations (FPOs) across the country.

Financing sustainable agriculture key to address climate change vulnerability: CFA Institute report

25-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, has called for a concerted effort from Indian Banks, Venture capital (VC) investors, multilateral development institutions, and Indian policymakers, towards catalysing private capital for sustainable agriculture.

Intello Labs Launches Praman, a AI-powered agriculture produce trade exchange platform

22-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Intello Labs, a global AI-powered quality assaying startup, formally announced the launch of their Praman business, which has been in stealth mode over the past few months.

You fix up soil and you can fix up everything: Sadhguru, Founder of Isha Foundation

21-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Speaking on Leverage Indian Traditions for Global Sustainability, on the day 2 of the ongoing TiE Sustainability Summit, the world's largest summit on sustainability by organized by TiE Hyderabad, Sadhguru, Founder of Isha Foundation said soil is very crucial to the environment.

KBL introduced NEO Series 4-inch borewell submersible pumps

20-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Kirloskar Brothers Limited, one of the global market leaders in fluid management solutions and services, has launched a new series of time-tested Borewell Submersible Pumps—NEO Series 4-inch.

Bayer to speed global development of vegetable seeds varieties at expanded R&D Center in Spain

18-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bayer signals its commitment to delivering high quality cucumber, melon, pepper and eggplant seeds faster to growers around the world with the announced expansion of its Vegetable Seeds R&D Product Design Center in San Nicolás, Spain.

Corteva felicitates women farmers for their outstanding contribution in agriculture

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global agriculture company, today, organized a virtual ceremony to celebrate the contribution of women farmers of the Farmers-Producer Organisation (FPOs) and the company’s Pravakta program. Three women farmers were felicitated for their contribution towards sustainable agricultural practices and for creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow farmers through active knowledge sharing.

Alltech publishes white paper focused on organic trace minerals enhancing mineral bioavailability through chelation

21-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

For more than 40 years, Alltech has focused on scientific research to provide solutions and products for the global animal health industry. This focus has continued with the publication of a white paper entitled, “Organic Trace Minerals: Enhancing mineral bioavailability through chelation” by Dr Richard Murphy, director of research at Alltech.

SettleMint India concludes pilot project with ITC Agri Business

18-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Indian arm of one of the fastest-growing global blockchain technology giants, Belgium-based SettleMint has announced the culmination of a pilot project with ITC Agri Business.

Shakti Pumps leads in Kusum yojana scheme installing 20000 solar pumps

28-Sep-2021 - 0 Comments.

In order to produce more food grains for meeting the needs of the global population, India needs to increase its output, but this can only be achieved with technology.

Corteva uses science based sustainable solutions to support rice growers against brown plant-hoppers

13-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global agriculture company, uses science-based solutions to proactively manage brown plant hoppers (BPH) menace in paddy farming.

Corteva Agriscience, 2030 Water Resources Group to transform 40,000 acres to direct seeded rice technique in Uttar Pradesh

25-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global agriculture company, and the 2030 Water Resources Group (2030 WRG), hosted by the World Bank Group, signed a project to promote sustainable rice production in Uttar Pradesh.

Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation sanctions credit scheme for Agri projects

06-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC) approved USD 967,643.50 in seven agricultural loans for projects across the commonwealth at its board meeting last month.

Bayer launches decarbonization program for agriculture in Europe

30-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bayer has announced the European launch of its global Carbon Initiative. The main goal is the decarbonization of the food value chain focusing on farmers’ activities for a more resilient and sustainable food system.

Precision agriculture robot market size projection to reach USD 18.18 billion by 2027

24-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The global Precision Agriculture Robot market size is projected to reach USD 18.18 billion by 2027, from USD 2.285 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 33.5 percent during 2021-2027.

SBI scouts agritech partnerships to push farm credit

22-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

State Bank of India (SBI) explores opportunities to enter into partnerships with selected Agritechs to handle high volume and low-ticket loans in the Agribusiness optimally through a digital strategy.

Kerala farmers can access 6.4% agri specific short term loan

21-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Ministry of Agriculture has come up with a short-term credit scheme for farmers who require funds to complete pending agricultural activities. All primary cooperative credit societies and the Kerala Gramin Bank will extend the loan support. The scheme is likely to be introduced by next week.

Bayer brings Yellow Gold 48 watermelon variety in India

21-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bayer has launched India’s first-ever yellow watermelon variety, ‘Yellow Gold 48,’ under its Seminis brand of high-yielding vegetable seeds. The unique yellow watermelon has been developed from superior germplasm as part of Bayer’s global R&D efforts.

Aragen inks multi-year partnership with FMC Corporation, to accelerate agro-chemical pipeline

15-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Aragen Life Sciences (formerly, GVK BIO), a leading Contract Research and Development Organization (CRDO) has announced a strategic partnership with FMC Corporation, a global leader in innovative agricultural science, that provides solutions towards crop protection, plant health, and professional pest and turf management.

Boralex unites with Sun'Agri to develop Agrivoltaics in Europe

15-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Boralex, a renewable energy producer and pioneer of agrivoltaism and global leader Sun'Agri are collaborating to develop agrivoltaics in France and Europe by designing new solar power plants that help protect farms from increasingly challenging weather conditions.

Ashish Dobhal appointed new UPLs' India Regional Director

31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., a leader in global food systems and sustainable agriculture solutions, has announced the appointment of Ashish Dobhal as the Regional Director for India region.

India rating affirms stable credit rating for Avanti Feeds & Foods

25-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Mumbai-based credit rating agency, India Ratings & Research Private Limited (India Ratings), has Affirmed stable credit ratings to Avanti Frozen Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Bayer announces extended support and relief measures for India’s fight against COVID-19

10-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bayer is a global life sciences company present in India for over 125 years. Today, it announced an extension of its COVID-19 relief measures to local communities, healthcare workers, businesses and employees.

DSM launches intelligent sustainability service to environmental footprint & profitability of animal protein production

10-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Living, has launched Sustell — a first-of-its-kind intelligent sustainability service that delivers accurate, simple, and actionable farm-level solutions – to improve the environmental footprint and profitability of animal protein production.

Illumina Launches New Wheat Barley Array

10-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Wheat is a vital food crop, ranking third in global crop pro­duction, with more than 760 million tons being produced annually. Barley is another important crop with uses in animal feed and beverage produc­tion and is gaining popularity in human diets.Wheat (and barley) researchers and breeders need a genomic analysis tool that enable comparison across diverse varieties and globally diverse germplasm collections.

Bayer's support to smallholder farmers partnership model recognized by United Nations

08-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Better Life Farming (BLF), Bayer’s multi-stakeholder global partnership model, received a commendation honor at the fifth edition of the United Nations Economic Cooperation and Integration (UNECE) International Public Private Partnerships (PPP’s) Forum as part of its 2021 Build Back Better Infrastructure Awards.

Agriculture Infrastructure Fund applications cross INR 8000 crore mark, set to transform agri-infrastructure

05-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture Infrastructure Fund has crossed the INR 8000 crore mark after receiving 8665 applications worth INR 8216 crores. The largest share of the pie is contributed by Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) (58 percent), agri-entrepreneurs (24 percent) and individual farmers (13 percent). These investments are for a wide range of projects which will unlock value for farmers across the country.

Corteva Agriscience establishes an ecosystem to help women farmers become self-reliant

24-Apr-2021 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience (NYSE: CTVA), the global agriculture company is working towards establishing an ecosystem of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) in multiple states across India including Madhya Pradesh (MP) and Bihar.

Aquaconnect inks pact with Bank of Baroda, formal credit to over 15 MN fish farmers on the cards

10-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.

A leading aquaculture tech company Aquaconnect has partnered with Bank of Baroda, India’s leading public sector bank to pave the way for access to formal credit for 1.6 million aquaculture farmers.

RMSI Cropalytics bags best agri start-up at FICCI Agri Start-up Awards 2021

04-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.

RMSI Cropalytics, the agri-tech subsidiary of RMSI, a global leader in geospatial and engineering solutions, was adjudged the Best Agri Start-up in Application of Digital Technologies at the recently held FICCI Agri Start-up Awards 2021 in New Delhi.

New ruminant meta-analysis from Alltech addresses protein challenges, carbon footprint and profitability

18-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

The tightening of global protein supplies is creating uncertainty for producers and the feed industry alike as to where this year’s protein supply will come from. Add to that the ever-increasing pressure on producers to meet the growing global demand for milk and meat while also reducing their environmental impact and remaining financially viable.

Budget 2021-22: Finance minister proposes 9 measures for agriculture, allied sectors; agri credit target enhanced to INR 165,000 crore

02-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

In a slew of steps to support the agriculture sector, minister for finance & corporate affairs Mrs Nirmala Sitharaman announced 9 measures for Agriculture Sector as part of inclusive development for aspirational India while presenting the Union Budget 2021-22.

Precision farming agritech startup Fasal launches water credit initiative

17-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Precision farming agritech startup- Fasal has launched FASAL WATER CREDIT ™ to encourage its farmers to save water and money with sustainable farming practices.

Trouw Nutrition opens animal feed plant in India

16-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Trouw Nutrition, the animal nutrition division of Dutch global company Nutreco has opened its technologically advanced, first-of-a-kind greenfield project in Jadcherla (Hyderabad), India.

3EA fund Gujarat based agricultural start-up

10-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

With the reforms in the agricultural sector and the introduction of Farmers Act 2020, Government of India has boosted the overall growth of the sector by building infrastructure and supply chains for farm produce in national and global markets. This will benefit small farmers who aren’t able to bargain for their produce and get a better price or invest in technology to improve the productivity of their farms.

Role of Agrochemicals: Achieving vision of $5 Trillion economy by 2025

30-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

The Government of India is planning to celebrate 75 years of Indian Independence in 2022 in a big way wherein the focus will be Agriculture and Rural Development. The Indian Agrochemical Industry has huge unrealized potential for growth due to very low level of agrochemical consumption as compared to global norms.

Corteva Agriscience introduces technology, sustainability initiatives for corn farmer across five states

13-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience (NYSE: CTVA), the global agriculture company today said that it has undertaken several initiatives to enable corn crop mechanization and empower farmers which, in the first year of implementation, helped to improve yield with less water usage, reduced cost of cultivation and, critically, increased farmer incomes.

Corteva partners with governments, local communities to ensure health and safety of farmers during the pandemic

25-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

Keeping in line with its sustainability goal to help the farming communities thrive, global agriculture company, Corteva Agriscience (NYSE: CTVA) has partnered with local governments and non-profit organizations in India to ensure the health and safety of farmers during the pandemic.

Timely agri inputs, credit made it possible for record sowing acreage even during pandemic lockdown conditions, says Narendra Singh Tomar

06-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

In the current season of Kharif 2020, a record area of 1095.38 lakh hectares has been covered. Sowing of rice still continues while sowing of pulses, coarse cereals, millets, and oilseeds is almost over. There is no impact of COVID-19 on the progress of area coverage under Kharif crops as on date.

AGCO announces virtual experience for its farm applications

17-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

AGCO, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and solutions, announced today virtual ride and drive experiences that provide in-cab demonstrations of its popular RoGator and TerraGator application equipment. The company is rolling out virtual ride and drives and other engagement opportunities.

State Bank of India launches new feature on YONO Krishi Platform for farmers

15-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

India largest public sector bank, State Bank of India (SBI), has introduced a new feature known as Kisan Credit Card Review on YONO Krishi.

Pan-IIT’s Global e-conclave concludes on a high note; focuses on re-imagining Agriculture, food security & livelihood

22-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

The final leg of the three-week Pan-IIT’s Global E-conclave concluded with key solutions and strategies to embark on as the country gets into recovery mode from the impact of the pandemic.

AgriBazaar hosts webinar on Landmark Reforms in Indian Agriculture to discuss the changes in the agricultural space

30-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

AgriBazaar, India’s largest Online Agri-Trading Marketplace, held a global webinar titled ‘Landmark Reforms in Indian Agriculture’.

Karuturi Global EOI under bankruptcy law extended till June 20

04-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Bangalore based floritech company, Karuturi Global expression of interest (EOI) under the under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) which was initially issued on 13 February 2020 has again extended till 20 June 2020.

Government giving 1.5 crore dairy farmers Kisan Credit Cards

02-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

The Government will provide Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to 1.5 crore dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and Milk producing Companies within the next two months (1 June-31 July 2020) under a special drive.

Intello Labs raises $5.9M to digitize quality in fresh produce

19-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Intello Labs has announced that it has raised a INR 45 crore (USD $5.9 million) in a Series A round led by Saama Capital, alongside global agritech funds GROW, SVG Ventures THRIVE

Finance Minister announces INR 2 lakh crore credit to farmers under Kisan Credit Card Scheme

15-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Understanding the need for credit in the amidst COVID 19 lockdown period, Indian finance minister, Nirmala Sitaraman has announced INR 2 lakh crore (USD $ 26.7 billion) to farmers under Kisan Credit Card Scheme.

AgriTimes partnering with Global Poultry Web Congress

26-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

As the world faces the threat of COVID 19 and no one knows when this will be over, to overcome this challenge that is facing the agriculture sector, AgriTimes partners with Global Poultry Web Congress

Govt sanctions INR 17,800 Cr loans, clears INR 2424 Cr under PMFBY insurance claim

16-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) 18.26 lakh applications have been sanctioned for loans worth INR 17,800 cr and INR 2424 crores have been disbursed to the beneficiary farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

Now Sonalika Tractors extends standby tractor facility to farmers

14-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

After Swaraj Tractors, one of the leading tractor brand, Sonalika Tractors has now offered to help farmers with standby tractors during the crucial harvesting season in the midst of the global pandemic

Vertical farming envisages profitable and suitable agriculture business

10-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

A silent revolution is underway in the agriculture sector, which is going to be quite evident in the days to come. With the global population is set to reach near 10 billion mark by 2050, the food production must increase by 70 per cent, estimates the United Nations.

Bank of Baroda extends financial support to farmers due to CONVID-19

07-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Bank of Baroda has announced various schemes for the agriculture sector and Emergency Credit Line for Farmer Producer Organization (FPO/ FPC)

Indian agri minister reveals action-plan to tackle adverse impact of global warming on food crops

21-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.

Global Warming associated with the increase in concentration of green house gases in the atmosphere is one of the reasons for the increase in extreme weather events.

Corteva Agriscience launches Brevant seed to rice farmers in India

20-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.

Global agriculture company, Corteva Agriscience expanded its Brevant seed range to offer rice farmers in India better access to the company's trusted hybrid seed portfolio.

India Budget 2020: Target of USD 209 BN in agri-credit for 2020-21 set

01-Feb-2020 - 0 Comments.

Providing a huge boost to the farming sector, Indian finance minister Mrs Nirmala Sitharaman in her second financial budget set agriculture credit target of USD 209 billion (INR 15 lakh crore) for the year 2020-21.

India Budget 2020: An opportunity to promote efficient farming ideas

01-Feb-2020 - 0 Comments.

India accounts for 7.39% of total global agricultural output. The contribution of the agriculture sector to the Indian economy is 15.4% much higher than the world average of 6.4% as it employs nearly half of the workforce in the country.

FSII recommends making India global seed production hub & pushes for 200

16-Jan-2020 - 0 Comments.

For the upcoming Union Budget, Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) urges the Government of India for restoring the 200% income tax deduction (under the section 35 (2AB) of the Income Tax Act, 1961) for the in-house Research and Development (R&D) expenditure in seed industry.

SEAI signs MoU with Malaysia Palm Oil Board for producing palm oil in sustainable way

27-Sep-2019 - 0 Comments.

On the sidelines of Globoil conference held in Mumbai recently, The Solvent Extractors’ Association (SEA) of India signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and Global Sustainability support organisation-Solidaridad Network Asia Limited

CMFRI discuss concerns on data gap in shark trade

24-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.

A four-day global expert meeting on shark trade got underway at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Wednesday with a call to address deep knowledge gaps and support managers in management of existing shark and ray fishery across the globe

New Delhi to host India's first ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair

02-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.

Aligning with the Agriculture Export Policy 2018 which aims at doubling the agriculture export and integrating Indian farmers and agriculture products with global value chains, The First Ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair in New Delhi

GIFA: International Innovations in Agriculture to promote food security in the UAE

19-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.

The world’s leading agriculture innovations will be showcased in Abu Dhabi from 1 to 2 April 2019 at the Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA) at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

World feed production increased by 3 percent to 1.10 BT, says 2019 Alltech Global Feed Survey estimates

30-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.

The 2019 Alltech Global Feed Survey, released today, estimates that international feed tonnage has increased by a strong 3 percent to 1.103 billion metric tons of feed produced in 2018, exceeding 1 billion metric tons for the third consecutive year.

BASF sign MoU with Adani to evaluate investment in acrylics value chain in Mundra

17-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.

BASF SE, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany and Adani Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the eve of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2019, to evaluate a major joint investment in the acrylics value chain

India announces interest subvention scheme for farmers

09-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.

With a view to ensuring availability of agriculture credit {including loans taken against Kisan Credit Card (KCC)} at a reasonable cost/at a reduced rate of 7% per annum to farmers, the Government of India, is implementing an interest subvention scheme of 2% for short term crop loans up to INR 300,000.

Israeli firm signs five year agreement for potash supply with Indian Potash Limited

27-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.

ICL, a leading global specialty minerals and specialty chemicals company announced that it signed, for the first time, a five-year supply agreement with Indian Potash Limited

SLCM agri­ financing arm raises INR 29 Crores through Symbiotics Group

25-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.

Delhi based Agri­ Logistics group Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM)’s NBFC arm Kissandhan has today announced the raising of INR 29 Crores through an issue of non-convertible debentures that were subscribed by AAV Sarl, an affiliate of global impact investment company Symbiotics Group

Bayer Animal Health inks global license agreement with ParaTheraTech

12-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.

Bayer Animal Health GmbH and ParaTheraTech, Inc have signed a global license agreement to advance new Cryptosporidiosis treatment options for farm animals

Bayer Animal Health sign global license agreement with NeuroCycle Therapeutics

12-Sep-2018 - 0 Comments.

Bayer Animal Health GmbH and NeuroCycle Therapeutics, Inc. (NCT) have signed a global license agreement to advance innovative allergy treatment options for companion animals.

AgraME: Agthia partners with Trouw Nutrition Hifeed to enhance animal performance

07-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.

Agthia Group PJSC, one of the UAE’s leading food and beverage company has announce that it has entered into an innovation & technology partnership agreement with Trouw Nutrition Hifeed, a Nutreco Company which is the global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed

BUDGET 2018-19: India allocates $15 BN more credit for agriculture sector

01-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.

The Government announced raising institutional credit for agriculture sector to USD 170 billion (INR 11 lakh crore) for the year 2018-19 from USD 155 billion (Rs10 lakh crore) in 2017-18, an increase of USD $15 billion

SAFARI Symposium to formulate road map for fisheries development

11-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.

In a major attempt to utilise the global expertise for making use of satellite data for the development of India’s marine fisheries sector, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is all set to host the second international symposium on SAFARI

Dow to expand propionic acid facility in Texas

14-Dec-2017 - 0 Comments.

Dow Industrial Solutions, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, announced plans to expand its propionic acid facility in Texas City, Texas to meet rising global demand

Indian dairy sector offers numerous possibilities for entrepreneurs globally

26-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian Agriculture Minister said India is the Oyster of the global dairy industry with opportunities galore for the entrepreneurs globally

Mahindra unveils its first ever driverless tractor

19-Sep-2017 - 0 Comments.

With a view to redefine the mechanization process for the global farmer, Mahindra Farm Equipment, part of Mahindra & Mahindra had displayed its first ever driverless tractor.

SLCM bags Global Logistics Excellence Award

19-Apr-2017 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading Agri-logistics solutions Group, has been conferred with “Global Logistics Excellence Award” for “Supply Chain Disruptor Icon of the Year” for its disruption in the agri sector

Indian Budget 2017: Farm credit fixed at $147 BN during 2017-18

01-Feb-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian finance minister, Arun Jaitley while presenting his fourth budget today has said that adequate credit would be made available to the farmers in time and the target for agricultural credit in 2017-18 has been fixed at a record level of $147 billion

DuPont Nutrition & Health reaches 100% certified sustainable palm oil emulsifiers

29-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health has completed its switch to 100% certified sustainable palm oil and palm oil derivatives used in its Global emulsifier production.

World feed production exceeds 1 billion metric tons, says 2017 Alltech Global Feed Survey

26-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

The 2017 Alltech Global Feed Survey, released today, estimates that international feed tonnage has exceeded 1 billion metric tons for the first time.

BASF enters India crop protection market

24-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

Looking at immense scope in crop protection market, global chemical company, BASF has entered crop protection sector in India for rice.

India's per capita milk availability is above global average, says Indian agri minister

23-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

With Indian milk production registering a growth rate of 6.28 per cent during 2014-16, the country's per capita milk availability is above the global average.

Highest ever Indian participation at the 77th edition of SIMA exhibition during the Paris Agriculture Week

06-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

The next edition of SIMA, the global trade show for suppliers to agriculture and livestock farming, will be held from 26 February to 2 March 2017 at the Paris-Nord Villepinte exhibition centre.

Necessary to promote hybrid seeds of improved varieties to cope with global climate change

26-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

It is imperative to develop hybrid seeds of improved variety for the areas of varied agricultural climate so as to sort out the problems emerging due to global climate change, Indian agriculture & farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh said

GRAM 2016: Plasticulture to play major role in doubling farmers income

15-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

Rajasthan agriculture sector has immense opportunities for Plasticulture in terms of efficient usage of water, Ms. Neelkamal Darbari, principal secretary, Agriculture, government of Rajasthan, Ms Neelkamal Darbari said at the recently concluded Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet 2016

KEENAN shows stronger growth after joining Alltech family

03-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

KEENAN has witnessed continued growth and strength thanks to Alltech’s global footprint and family of companies.

Major mergers in the agri marketplace: what’s the impact on global investment?

28-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Major mergers in the agri marketplace: what’s the impact on global investment?

Bayer opens formulation technology lab in Gujarat

15-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Leading crop science company, Bayer has opened its new global formulation technology laboratory at its site in Vapi, Gujarat.

Cargill opens cattle feed plant in India

07-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

US based global food giant, Cargill has announced that it has opened a new cattle feed plant in Bathinda, Punjab.

Dare to dairy at IDF World Dairy Summit in Netherlands

28-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

The IDF World Dairy Summit is the annual top meeting of the global dairy industry attracting about 1,500 participants from all over the world. This year (from the 16 to 21 October) the Summit is organized in The Netherlands and the message is Dare to Dairy!

Asian Development Bank executive tops list of key speakers at Global AgInvesting Asia

03-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

Martin Lemoine, unit head of food and agribusiness investment for the Asian Development Bank, tops off a list of notable speakers at HighQuest’s sixth annual Global AgInvesting (GAI) Asia Seminar in Japan.

Asian Development Bank executive tops list of key speakers at Global AgInvesting Asia

03-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

Martin Lemoine, unit head of food and agribusiness investment for the Asian Development Bank, tops off a list of notable speakers at HighQuest’s sixth annual Global AgInvesting (GAI) Asia Seminar in Japan.

ICRISAT develops first low cost portable device to detect Alfatoxins in crops

27-Jul-2016 - 0 Comments.

Hyderabad based global agriculture research body; International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has developed new low cost portable devices to detect aflatoxins in crops.

Rajasthan announces global agri meet

25-Jul-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to exploit vast agricultural potential in the state, Rajasthan state government will be organizing global agri technology meet in Jaipur.

Odisha inks MoU with WorldFish

12-Jul-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to boost fisheries sector in the state, Odisha has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with WorldFish, a global non-profit research organisation, for sustainable aquaculture operations through improved technology and farming systems.