Mahindra Tractors signs MoU with Punjab National Bank to strengthen dealer finance solutions

25-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.

Mahindra Tractors, a part of the Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.’s Farm Equipment Sector, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Punjab National Bank (PNB) to provide Channel Finance solutions to its dealers.

Coromandel International rope in Mahindra Krish-e for drone spraying services to farmers

22-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.

Coromandel International Limited, India’s leading agri-solutions provider, and Mahindra & Mahindra Limited’s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) business vertical, Krish-e, announced a partnership to extend Coromandel’s drone spraying services, Gromor Drive, to Indian farmers.

Chambal Fertilisers inks MoU with TERI for sustainable agriculture solutions

20-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.

Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited (CFCL) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) signed an Agreement for research today, to establish the "CFCL-TERI Centre of Excellence for Advanced and Sustainable Agriculture Solutions."

Bayer, Orbia Netafim expand collaboration to advance digital farming technology

23-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

Orbia’s Precision Agriculture business Netafim and Bayer announced today an expansion of their strategic collaboration, starting with new digital farming solutions for fruit and vegetable growers.

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.

Drone Technology Takes Flight: Revolutionizing Crop Monitoring and Spraying

09-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

In recent years, drone technology has emerged as a game-changer in various industries, and agriculture is no exception. Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are revolutionizing crop monitoring and spraying, offering farmers innovative solutions to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.

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.

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.

Taming the Debt Trap: Solutions for Reducing Farmer Indebtedness

26-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

Farmer indebtedness is a pressing issue in India, impacting millions of agricultural households. Rising debt levels can lead to financial instability, stress, and even despair for farmers.

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.

Taming the Debt Trap: Solutions for Reducing Farmer Indebtedness

23-Sep-2024 - 0 Comments.

Farmer indebtedness is a pressing issue in India, impacting millions of agricultural households. Rising debt levels can lead to financial instability, stress, and even despair for farmers.

Haqdarshak, Mastercard Center collaborate to empower 500,000 small agri-entrepreneurs

02-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions Pvt Ltd (Haqdarshak) and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth (CFIG) today announced their collaboration to improve the financial resilience of 1,000 Haqdarshak women agents, who will provide last-mile delivery of services that increase the financial security of 500,000 micro and small enterprises (MSEs) and agri-entrepreneurs.

Urban Farming: Cultivating a Greener Future in Our Cities

22-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

The sprawling cityscape, once a symbol of progress, is now facing new challenges. Food security, environmental sustainability, and community engagement are concerns demanding innovative solutions.

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.

DCM Shriram Foundation, Sattva Knowledge Institute call for a water vulnerability index, to address India’s looming water crisis

02-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

DCM Shriram Foundation, supported by DCM Shriram, a leading conglomerate in India with a strong presence in agriculture, and Sattva Knowledge Institute, a knowledge platform for the impact ecosystem, today launched the report titled, Transforming Crop Cultivation: Advancing Water Efficiency in Indian Agriculture to identify actionable solutions to address the ongoing water crisis in the Indian agriculture sector.

Alltech partners with Thai Wah Public Co to advance carbon reduction efforts in the Asian agri-food industry

27-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

Alltech and Thai Wah Public Co. (TWPC) have joined forces to advance carbon reduction efforts in the Asian agri-food industry by leveraging scientific nutritional solutions and technologies.

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.

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.

Arya.ag join hands with Crystal Crop Protection to provide crop monitoring services across India

25-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

Arya.ag, India’s largest and only profitable grain commerce platform, has partnered with Crystal Crop Protection Limited, a pioneer in providing innovative crop protection, seeds and farming solutions.

UPL wins CII Industrial IP Award 2023

21-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd., a leading provider of Sustainable Agriculture Solutions, has been conferred upon with awards for Best Patents Portfolio (fifth consecutive year) and Best Trademarks Portfolio (second consecutive year) in the Life Sciences and Pharma, Large enterprises category at the recently concluded 9th edition of Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) Industrial IP Award Ceremony, 2023.

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.

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.

Bayer unveils digital solutions for regenerative agriculture at Agritechnica

10-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bayer is showcasing its commitment to digital farming solutions for the transition to regenerative agriculture at Agritechnica 2023. The company's digital solutions, including the FieldView platform and range of "Magic" digital devices, help farmers make more informed decisions to optimize yields and maximize efficiency, while also reducing environmental impact.

ICAR to standardize Plasma-ized Water Tech, partners with Indian subsidiary

20-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

A path-defining memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research  Institute, New Delhi, ICAR-Indian Institute of Seed Science, Mau, Uttar Pradesh and Plasma Water Solutions India Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of a fast emerging US Ag Tech company, Plasma Water Solutions Inc. 

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.

Namdhari Seeds unveils cutting-edge greenhouse for plant pathology, elevating Indian agriculture

22-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

Namdhari Seeds Pvt. Ltd. (NSPL), a leading player in the agricultural industry, has taken a significant leap towards elevating Indian agriculture with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art greenhouse facility. This cutting-edge greenhouse, covering an impressive 58,000 square feet, is dedicated to advancing Plant Pathology and Seed Health operations, reinforcing NSPL's commitment to providing world-class agricultural solutions to Indian farmers.

Ninjacart's agri next initiative transforms Pune's APMC Mandi with free WiFi connectivity         

12-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

Ninjacart, India's leading agri-startup that leverages technology and data to organize the agriculture ecosystem, is taking significant steps to modernize the agricultural ecosystem and promote digital solutions with the launch of its ‘Agri Next’ initiative.

NABARD celebrates ideas for a sustainable agri-landscape with the National AgriFunds Hackathon 2023

08-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) organised a month-long hackathon to stimulate young minds to develop innovative solutions for financial inclusion in rural areas.

UPL SAS introduces weed control solution for team farming in India

01-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions (SAS), an integrated AgTech platform of UPL Ltd., has introduced Fascinate Flash, a safe to use, sustainable and innovative solution to redefine weed control practices in Indian tea plantations.

Innovative solar MilkoChill units revolutionize dairy industry with instant chilling technology

20-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Prompt Group, a pioneering equipment and software solutions provider in the dairy supply chain, has introduced a groundbreaking innovation known as Solar MilkoChill units to bridge the gap in chilling infrastructure for enhanced milk quality and sustainability.

SWAL unveils a sustainable pest control breakthrough for soybean and cotton crops in India

17-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

SWAL Corporation Ltd., a prominent provider of advanced and sustainable agricultural solutions, has taken a significant stride towards ecological farming with the introduction of Sperto, an innovative pest control solution tailored specifically for soybean and cotton crops

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.

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.

UPL SAS launches sustainable pest control solution for soybean, cotton crop in India

14-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions (SAS), an integrated AgTech platform of UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL, BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) ("UPL"), has announced the launch of Argyle, a cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative solution, specifically designed for soybean and cotton crops.

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.

FPT Industrial to power new Holland TE6 Straddle tractor range

04-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

FPT Industrial, a brand of the Iveco Group dedicated to innovative mobility solutions, is powering the new and unique New Holland TE6 Straddle Tractor Range with its F36 Stage V engine.

Norwegian agricultural heavy machinery manufacturer Orkel grows with RealWear assisted reality devices

15-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

RealWear, the world’s leading provider of assisted reality solutions for frontline industrial workers, today announced that Orkel, a Norwegian manufacturer of compactors and other machinery for agriculture, industry and waste management, has standardised on RealWear wearable devices across its business and dealer network.

UPL, Republic of Guyana partners to set up millets model farm

11-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL, a leading provider of Sustainable Agriculture Solutions, announced a collaboration with the Republic of Guyana to establish a 200 acre ‘Millets Model Farm’.  Jai Shroff, Group CEO of UPL group and Zulfikar Mustafa,  Agriculture Minister of the Republic of Guyana, signed an MOU on 21 April, 2023 in Georgetown, Guyana with an aim to assess the adaptation of various millet varieties for growing and consuming in Guyana. 

UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions, Shreenath Mhaskoba Sugar Mill organize Sugarcane Pronutiva Mela

26-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions Ltd, India’s leading provider of sustainable agriculture solutions, along with Shreenath Mhaskoba Sugar Mill, organized a ‘Sugarcane Pronutiva Mela’ at Pune on Friday, to promote sustainable production growth in sugarcane crop and raise awareness about the Shashwat Mithaas project, which was launched last year.

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.

Ergos disburse paperless agri loans of over INR 100 Cr in 7 months

01-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Ergos, India's leading farmer-centric technology platform, backed by Aavishkaar Capital, Chiratae Ventures and British International Investment, that enables farmers to digitise their farm produce and provides them with doorstep access to end-to-end postharvest supply chain solutions, today announced that it has enabled its lending partners to achieve disbursement of over INR 100 crore to small and medium scale farmers and buyers.

AVPL joins hands with UPL Sustainable Agriculture Solutions, to skill 50,000 Agri entrepreneurs

01-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

AITMC Ventures Private Limited (AVPL), a leading training partner with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) across India joins hands with UPL SAS, a leading sustainable agriculture solution provider.

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.

Covestro India joins hands with United Way Mumbai to put ‘Jal Sanjivani’ in Solapur District

26-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Leading producer of innovative polymers and sustainable solutions provider Covestro and its NGO partner United Way Mumbai came together on 17 February 2023 to flag off a unique project- Jal Sanjivani. Jal Sanjivani is an integrated watershed management program aiming to build a climate-resilient agrarian community.

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.

Telluris Biotech plans to raise 12mn US $ by March 2023

28-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

Telluris Biotech, a Hyderabad-based company engaged in the manufacturing and supply of crop protection solutions for farmers and growers receives Biochemical Classification it received from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).

Coromandel reiterates its investment in agritech companies

05-Dec-2022 - 0 Comments.

Coromandel International Limited (BSE:506395, NSE: COROMANDEL), India’s leading agri solutions company offering diverse products and services across the farming value chain and part of Murugappa Group continues its focus on technology adoption in agriculture and has been conducting drone trials in various locations. 

Borouge improves livelihood of Indian farming community, builds 900 greenhouse

05-Dec-2022 - 0 Comments.

Borouge PLC (“Borouge” or “the Company”) (ADX symbol: BOROUGE / ISIN: AEE01072B225), a leading petrochemical company that provides innovative and differentiated polyolefin solutions, today announced the completion of 900 greenhouses in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan state in Northern India at a celebration event.

WRMS Ventures into the manufacturing of climate-smart agrochemicals

23-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

WRMS, a leading agri-tech company, has expanded its services by foraying into the manufacturing of climate-smart agrochemicals in order to provide better solutions for pest management and soil fertility to farmers.

TechEagle transports the world's first vaccine via Drone for animal husbandry department in Arunachal Pradesh

22-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

TechEagle, a leading drone delivery startup that offers world-class end to end drone delivery solutions has transported the world's first vaccine delivery for Animal Husbandry in Arunachal Pradesh in collaboration with the Department of Animal Husbandry, Govt of Arunachal Pradesh to strengthen the supply chain for Animal Husbandry by providing safe, secured and faster delivery of various Animal Husbandry related items starting from Lower Dibang valley. 

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. 

Dvara E-Dairy launches cattle loan facility for farmers in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka

01-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Dvara E-Dairy Solutions Pvt Ltd has launched Dvara Surabhi Loan, a ‘True cattle loan’ offered digitally by leveraging new age technologies in partnership with Jana Small Finance Bank to create scalable access to finance for unbanked and underbanked small dairy farmers in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

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. 

Agri-Fintech startup Hesa to provide financial solutions across 30,000 villages in 2022

Agri-Fintech startup Hesa has announced that it aims to provide financial solutions to over 60K Hesaathi’s across 30,000 villages in tier 2 and 3 cities.

Go Green Warehouse raises undisclosed funds through structured debt financing

Go Green Warehouses Private Limited, an integrated commodity management solutions provider, announced the raising of structured debt finance from a domestic financial institution.

Prompt Innovations wins animal husbandry startup grand challenge 2.0

20-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Adding another feather to its cap, Ahmedabad-based Prompt Innovations, a leading an innovative start-up in the field of energy efficient and sustainable cooling solutions, has been declared as one of the winners of the Animal Husbandry Startup Grand Challenge 2.0.

Fasal inks MoU with IMD on weather forecast models to make farming climate-smart

26-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

Fasal, India's earliest full-stack agtech solutions company, today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for research collaboration.

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.

S4S technologies announced as winner of The/Nudge Prize, Cisco agri challenge

30-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

S4S Technologies was selected as the winner of the 'The/Nudge Prize | Cisco Agri Challenge', and Bioprime Agrisolutions emerged as the runner-up of the contest, which had called for ‘solutions to enhance the profitability of small scale farmers’, with 10-million-lives potential

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 spotlights grower focus at Fruit Logistica 2022

11-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer presents the latest innovative and sustainable Fruits and Vegetables solutions to, on and beyond the farm at Fruit Logistica from April 5 to 7. The company spotlights products for the challenges facing growers, such as the tomato virus, the increasing request for organic and low residue produce and the need to lessen agriculture’s impact on the environment and respond to climate change.

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.

SupPlant raises USD 27m to combat climate change by assisting South African farmers

18-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

SupPlant, an Israeli agritech company, has raised an additional USD 27m (R408 million) to assist South African farmers to adopt digital solutions for fighting climate change.

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 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).

Yes Bank incubates scalable fintech solutions for agritech

02-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

YES BANK announced the launch of an annual start-up enabler program, YES BANK Agri Infinity, which seeks to co-develop digital financial solutions for the food and agriculture ecosystem by mentoring entrepreneurial ventures in the field.

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.

IFAD funded project to develop technologies to help smallholder farmers in Latin America, Caribbean

25-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

The UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) launched the Innovatech project, which aims to develop agricultural (AgriTech) and financial (FinTech) digital solutions to facilitate small farmer's access to markets and to financial and non-financial services in Bolivia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras and Mexico.

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.

Cargill opens first Food Innovation Center in India

10-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Ramping up its Research & Development (R&D) focus, Cargill today opened the Cargill Innovation Center in Gurugram, Haryana, to develop innovative solutions that address food and beverage (F&B) market trends.

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.

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.

Arya collaborates with SBM Bank India for commodity financing

16-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Arya recently announced that it has tied up with SBM Bank India for commodity financing. The former has formed a strategic partnership with the latter to reinforce its competencies in financing solutions.

Arya partners with State Bank of Mauritius to fortify its presence in commodity financing

13-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Arya, India's largest post-harvest Agritech player forays into a strategic partnership with SBM, India to reinforce its competencies in financing solutions.

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.

Need for resilient agriculture to tackle the uncertainties of the future, says agriculture commissioner

09-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

We need to promote integrated waste management systems, green chemistry, bio solutions, and pesticides, which will help to produce safe food. We will start with certifications and multi-levels safety standards that will ensure safe food production and consumption, Dr. Suresh Kumar Malhotra, Agriculture Commissioner, Government of India said.

SLCM awarded agri commodities management contract from Madhya Pradesh

08-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

New Delhi-headquartered agri technology and warehousing solutions conglomerate, Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), has received a record contract as a service provider for the Preservation, Management and Security (PMS) of food grain stock from the Madhya Pradesh state government.

Dvara E-Dairy partners with IFFCO Tokio, launches AI powered cattle digital identity for cattle insurance

29-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Dvara E-Dairy Solutions Pvt Ltd, a portfolio company of Dvara Holdings (Formerly Dvara Trusteeship) has announces the launch of "Surabhi e-Tag", an artificial intelligence (AI) powered digital tag to identify cattle based on muzzle identity.

TrendiTech raises USD 1.18 MN seed funding for AI Biotrim Technology

29-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

TrendiTech Inc (Trendi), a Canadian-based start-up dedicated to creating new robotic, AI-driven food waste processing solutions, has raised USD 1.82 million (CAD 2.25m) in seed funding for its Biotrim mobile processing technology.

UPL launches new natural plant protection business unit

28-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070) crop protection company leading in sustainable agriculture products and solutions has announced that it has launched a new business unit under the name of ‘NPP’ – Natural Plant Protection.

Biotech KISAN Programme gets special call from DBT to improve agriculture productivity in NE Region

21-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has issued a Special Call for the North East Region as a part of its Mission Programme “Biotech-Krishi Innovation Science Application Network (Biotech-KISAN)”, with the aim to understand the local problems of the NER farmers and provide scientific solutions to those problems.

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.

Hi-Tech soil-based vertical farming revolutionized by A S Agri and Aqua LLP

14-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

A S Agri and Aqua LLP one of the leading Agriculture Development and Agro-tech Solutions companies in India, is transforming and revolutionizing the Indian agricultural ecosystem with the introduction of Hi-tech Soil-Based Vertical Farming (SBVF) in India and overseas countries.

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.

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.

Post-harvest startup Arya crosses INR 200 crore loan book mark

05-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Arya, India's leading post-harvest Agritech player through its digital financial solutions company, Aryadhan has crossed the book size of INR 200 Crores.

NDDB to offer energy efficient solutions to dairy industry, inks MoU with EESL

05-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

With a view to promote efficient renewable technologies in the dairy industry, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) during a virtual ceremony on 5 May 2021 at NDDB, Anand.

Godrej Agrovet joins hands with Gramophone to empower farmers via its crop-intensive technology

17-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) has partnered with Gramophone to provide crop solutions to Indian farmers. GAVL and Gramophone, both have been working relentlessly to achieve a common goal i.e., improving farm productivity that results into higher yields and ultimately better net income for 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.

Cold chain startup Inficold raises $ 900,000 from RVCF

27-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.

Inficold, a Noida - based startup supported by Shell Foundation, an independent UK registered charity, that provides cold storage solutions has raised $900,000 (Rs. 6.5 crore approximately) in a funding round from RVCF and other undisclosed high net worth individuals as a part of their Pre Series A fund closure.

Citymandi unveils Uber-ized" mobile mart model under Aatmanirbhar Bharat

27-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.

In an effort to fructify the AatmaNirbhar model of the government, Citymandi is launching 100 mobile marts in Uber model. The mobile marts powered with unique technology solutions are an attempt to solve the last mile reach problem.

Indian Agri-tech startup, Arya Collateral showcases their expertise at 16th Philippine National Corn Congress

04-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian Agri-tech startup in the post-harvest solutions domain, Arya Collateral participated in Philippine’s 16th edition of National Corn Congress (PNCC) recently.

AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre's portfolio start-up Agrify Organics gets funded

04-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Agrify Organic Solutions Private Limited (Agrify Organics) has raised a Seed Stage round from AIC NMIMS Incubation Centre's 25x7 Investor Network.

Agritech startup Freshokartz raises USD 1.4 Million in pre-series round

30-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

Freshokartz Agri Products Pvt. Limited, a premier Agri-tech startup has received USD $1.4 Million (INR 10 Crore) pre-series A funding from Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund (RVCF) and AWE (Achieving Women Equity) Funds to finance its rapid technology rollout while scaling its operations as a provider of premier technology-enabled omnichannel supply chain optimizing solutions along with agronomy advisory and output linkages.

To enhance farm mechanization among women, ICAR announces agtech hackathon

25-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

In order to promote potential technology solutions for enhancing farm mechanization with special emphasis on women friendly equipments, a hackathon named “KRITAGYA” has been planned by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP).

Axis Bank partners with Bayer’s Better Life Farming initiative in India

25-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

Axis Bank, India’s third-largest private sector bank has joined Bayer’s Better Life Farming initiative in India to provide enhanced and holistic financial solutions to smallholder farmers and rural farming communities.

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.

Tata Steel’ Nest-In launches India’s first smart warehouse for onion storage

04-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

Nest-In, Tata Steel’s modular construction solutions brand, has launched a revolutionary onion storage solution ‘AgroNest’ that is aimed at reducing spoilage of the onions to half of its current level.

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.

Post-harvest agri startup Aryadhan Financial Solutions disburse INR 100 Cr loan

29-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Aryadhan Financial Solutions Pvt Ltd, the financing arm of post-harvest Agri startup Arya has crossed the book size of Rs.100 Crores.

Osram launches LED lights for greenhouse cultivators

09-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Germany based lighting manufacturer, Osram owned Fluence has launched more energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial agriculture production.

New Holland new technology to revolutionize tractor ownership in India

20-Feb-2020 - 0 Comments.

New Holland Agriculture, a pioneer in mechanized agricultural solutions, has set a new benchmark in India by incorporating the advanced telematics solution SKY WATCH in its tractors

Escorts and Manipal University to offer digital farming solutions

06-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

Escorts Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Manipal University Jaipur,to work towards enhancing farming experience through digital solutions offered by an initiative of Escorts called the Digitrac mobile app.

SLCM Group bags Best Innovative Technology Initiative award for AGRI REACH

27-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading agri services solutions provider with operations across India & Myanmar, has been conferred with ‘ET Now Stars of Industry Awards - For Excellence in Learning & Development’ 2018 in the ‘Best Innovative Technology Initiative’ category.

Escorts unveils India's first autonomous concept tractor

11-Oct-2018 - 0 Comments.

Escorts Limited has taken another leaf in providing autonomous solutions in farming sector by launching India's first autonomous concept tractor in New Delhi recently.

Bayer partners with Genedata to digitalize Crop Science Research and Development

28-Sep-2018 - 0 Comments.

Bayer and Genedata, a leading provider of advanced software solutions for life science research and development, today announced the extension of their long-term partnershi

SLCM files Patent for Real-time Monitoring of Quality Control Data in a Warehouse Management System

11-Sep-2018 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading agri services solutions provider with operations across India & Myanmar has applied for a patent with the India Patent Office

Alltech Coppens Aqua Centre becomes company's fourth bioscience center

27-Aug-2018 - 0 Comments.

The world-class research capabilities of the Alltech Coppens Aqua Centre (ACAC) and its capacity to provide a practical platform for product development and solutions for the aquaculture industry have been recognized today with the announcement that the ACAC is to become an Alltech bioscience center.

SLCM bags Warehouse Excellence Awards 2018

25-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s agri services solutions provider with operations across India & Myanmar has won the Warehouse Excellence Awards 2018

SLCM wins SCMPro Warehouse Awards 2018

19-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading agri services solutions provider with operations across India & Myanmar, has won the SCMPro Warehouse Awards 2018 in the ‘Best Agri Warehouse’ category for bringing in the best practices in warehousing into India

NDDB Dairy Services ties up with PharmaSecure to safeguard indigenous cow population

13-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.

PharmaSecure, a leading provider of brand protection, consumer loyalty & engagement solutions today announced that it has joined hands with NDDB- Dairy Services to provide a simple and effective tool to safeguard country’s high quality indigenous breeds of cow

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

BASF inks pact with Vital Therapeutics, introduces nutritional solutions enhancing poultry vitality in South Asia

15-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.

BASF SE have entered a strategic partnership to bring a new choline chloride product to the feed industry in India and the rest of South Asia

Bayer launches new digital farming brand xarvio

14-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.

Bayer will market its Digital Farming solutions under the brand xarvio. The company will launch the brand at this year’s Agritechnica, Germany

SLCM Group bags CII Industrial Innovation Awards 2017

25-Oct-2017 - 0 Comments.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM), India’s leading agri services solutions provider having operations across India & Myanmar, has been conferred with CII Industrial Innovation Award 2017 at the 7th Industrial Innovation Summit presented by Niti Aayog & organized by Confederation of Indian Industry

Alltech, Coppens International opens new aquaculture research centre

11-Sep-2017 - 0 Comments.

The Alltech Coppens Aqua Centre, an aquatic research facility focused on excellence in feed solutions for aqua producers around the world was opened recently.

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

DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.

DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.

Bayer inks pact with FaunaPhotonics to develop sensor technology for insect monitoring

05-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

Bayer and FaunaPhotonics, Copenhagen, Denmark, have entered into a three-year research cooperation to develop new sensor solutions for improved monitoring of agricultural insect pests as well as non-target insects including beneficials.