Producer Sentiment Declines in August
Key Takeaways Sentiment Decline: The Ag Economy Barometer index fell 8 points to 115 in August, indicating weaker producer sentiment. Interest Rates: 60% of surveyed producers expect interest rates to […]
WINFARM Reports H1 2023 Revenue, Focuses on Strategic Priorities Amid Market Challenges
Key Takeaways Revenue Growth: WINFARM reported a 16.2% increase in H1 2023 revenue, reaching €71.5 million. Segment Performance: Farming Supplies saw an 18.8% revenue increase, while Farming Production experienced a […]
ViAqua Therapeutics Secures $8.25M Funding to Tackle Disease in Aquaculture
Key Takeaways Significant Funding: ViAqua Therapeutics has secured $8.25 million to develop its RNA-based oral delivery platform to improve aquaculture disease resistance. Targeting Major Disease: The company’s first product aims […]
Lesaffre Invests in Yeap to Develop Sustainable Protein from Upcycled Yeast
Key Takeaways Strategic Investment: Lesaffre has made a 10% investment in Yeap to finalize the development of a new protein ingredient made from upcycled yeast. Sustainable Protein Source: The protein […]
Study Explores the Impact of Mild Drought on Crop Production and Molecular Response
Key Takeaways Mild Drought Impact: The study shows that even mild drought conditions can significantly affect crop production by reducing inorganic phosphate levels in leaves. Phosphate Starvation Response (PSR): PSR […]
Agricultural Credit Corporation and UN FAO Sign MoU to Boost Sustainable Agriculture in Jordan
Key Takeaways: Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed: The Agricultural Credit Corporation (ACC) and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Jordan have signed an MoU to collaborate on […]
Study Reveals Impact of Prolonged Heat Stress on Hot Pepper Crops in South Korea
Key Takeaways Recovery from Heat Stress: The study found that hot pepper plants could recover from prolonged heat stress within approximately a month. Physiological Changes: Significant changes were observed in […]
Study Reveals Potential of Microbe-Induced Gene Silencing for Sustainable Crop Protection
Key Takeaways Innovative Technology: The study introduces Microbe-Induced Gene Silencing (MIGS) technology, which uses beneficial rhizospheric fungi to induce RNA interference (RNAi) in soil-borne pathogenic fungi. Crop Protection: MIGS effectively […]
Sky Greens Canada’s Low-Carbon, Hydraulic-Driven Vertical Farming Systems
Key Takeaways Innovative Technology: Sky Greens Canada offers a patented rotating vertical farming system that allows for uniform sunlight, irrigation, airflow, and nutrient distribution, making it highly efficient and sustainable. […]
Tatu City Partners with ForestFoods to Pioneer Carbon-Neutral Organic Produce
Key Takeaways Innovative Partnership: Tatu City and ForestFoods collaborate to grow carbon-neutral organic produce. Sustainable Farming: The partnership employs regenerative syntropic agroforestry, contributing to reforestation and ecosystem preservation. Community Impact: […]