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Sep 02, 2021 15:30 KST
The Radicle Carbon and Soil Challenge by UPL - The Search Is on for the Ag and Food Tech Start-ups Changing the Game for Carbon Reduction & Soil Health
Radicle Growth, a company-building platform for early-stage ag and food technologies, today announces its partnership with UPL, a global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions. The
DAESUNG SMARTHIVE Automated Hive Controller which was honored with the Innovation Awards at the CES
Sep 02, 2021 13:26 KST
DAESUNG to Exhibit Its Innovative SMARTHIVE Automated Hive Controller at AGRI WEEK TOKYO 2021 and CES 2022
DAESUNG, one of the world’s leading companies specialized in automated systems of agriculture, has decided to exhibit its SMARTHIVE automated Hive Controller at the AGRI WEEK TOKYO 2021, the largest a
Aug 16, 2021 11:10 KST
Cargill Partners with Vertical Farming Leader AeroFarms in First-of-Its-Kind Research Focused on Cocoa Production
As part of ongoing efforts to build a more resilient and sustainable cocoa sector, Cargill has entered a multi-year research agreement with vertical farming pioneer and leader AeroFarms aimed at impro
Jul 20, 2021 11:30 KST
nurture.farm - a Digital Platform for Sustainable Agriculture Scales up to Become Part of the OpenAg™ Network
nurture.farm - a digital platform for growers, farming communities and food systems, is scaling and expanding its global reach as a part of the OpenAg™ network. The OpenAg™ network was conceived by UP
Jul 16, 2021 08:56 KST
Global Demand for Compact Tractors to total US$ 4.2 Bn by 2030; Over One-third of Sales to Concentrate in Asia Pacific: Fact MR Analysis
The compact tractor market, according to Fact.MR, is highly consolidated and competitive in nature. Increasing adoption of compact tractors for various agricultural activities has encouraged leading m
Jul 05, 2021 15:30 KST
DataConnect Is Now Available Globally Across Six Major Digital Platforms
DataConnect, the global initiative to enable viewing mixed-brand fleets in a single platform, is now live with an expanded line of six major digital platforms and available to farm operations around t
Jul 02, 2021 11:00 KST
Anterra Capital Announces $175 Million Initial Closing of Second Global Food and Agriculture Technology Fund
Anterra Capital (“Anterra”), the international food and agriculture specialist venture capital firm, today announced the initial closing of its second food and agriculture technology fund, Anterra F&A
Jun 29, 2021 09:50 KST
UPL Ltd. Launches New ‘NPP’ Business Unit to Enhance Biosolutions Capacity for Sustainable Agriculture Offering Worldwide
UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070), a world leader in sustainable agriculture products and solutions, has announced the launch of ‘NPP’ - Natural Plant Protection - a new global business unit housing U
May 31, 2021 13:40 KST
AGCO Enters into Targeted Spraying Technology Collaboration Agreement With Bosch, xarvio Digital Farming Solutions Powered by BASF and Raven Industries Inc.
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced it has entered into a proof of concept (PoC) collaborati
May 18, 2021 11:50 KST
AGCO Agriculture Foundation Presents Second Annual Award and $50000 Grant to Global Animal Partnership
The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF), a private foundation with the vision to prevent and relieve hunger through agricultural development, announced its 2020 AAF Award goes to the Global Animal Partn
May 12, 2021 11:10 KST
UPL Announces Collaboration With Meiji for Exclusive Access to Flupyrimin Rice in Southeast Asia
UPL Ltd., a global provider of sustainable agriculture solutions, today announced that its subsidiary has entered into a license agreement with Japanese company, Meiji Seika Pharma Co., Ltd. for exclu
May 06, 2021 14:40 KST
UPL Signs a Multi-Year Agreement with the Soil Health Institute to Drive Innovation in Agriculture.
Today, UPL Ltd. is proud to announce a two-year agreement with the Soil Health Institute (SHI), a non-profit organization whose mission is to safeguard and enhance the vitality and productivity of soi
Mar 25, 2021 15:40 KST
AGCO Releases 2020 Sustainability Report
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, Monday released its 2020 Sustainability Report https://ar2020.agco
Feb 04, 2021 13:30 KST
Pairwise Raises $90 Million to Bring New Varieties of Fruits and Vegetables to Market
Pairwise announced the closing of its $90 million Series B funding round, signaling a new frontier in healthy, sustainable food innovation. Funding for the round was led by Pontifax Global Food and Ag
Jan 13, 2021 15:25 KST
CropIn raises US$20 Million in Series C funding round led by ABC World Asia to advance the reach of its farm management and predictive analytics solutions
CropIn, a leading global artificial intelligence and data-led agri-tech organization empowering stakeholders to reimagine agriculture with data, has raised US$20 million in a Series C funding round le
Elders Switches to Rimini Street Support for its SAP Software
Aug 26, 2020 09:19 KST
Elders Switches to Rimini Street Support for its SAP Softwar
Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of enterprise software products and services, the leading third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software products and a Salesforce partn
Aug 21, 2020 10:40 KST
AGCO Announces Chairman and CEO Succession
AGCO, a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and solutions (NYSE:AGCO), today announced that Martin Richenhagen has chosen to retire as Chairman, President and Chief Execut
The Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries(MOF) is hosting a virtual e-Navigation Unde
Aug 19, 2020 10:10 KST
The Republic of Korea Hosts the 4th e-Navigation Underway Asia-Pacific Conference, Including a Special Showcase of the Maritime Connectivity Platform
The Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries(MOF) is hosting a virtual e-Navigation Underway Conference(ENUW) from September 8th to 9th under the theme of ‘Collaborating to harmonize marit
Jul 07, 2020 13:35 KST
Research Enhances Understanding of the Nutritional and Economic Differences in Soybean Meal from Different Origins
A new meta-analytical study reinforces U.S. Soy’s reputation for being a global leader in quality and nutrient-density. The study, entitled, “Chemical composition, protein quality and nutritive value
May 22, 2020 10:31 KST
AGCO Agriculture Foundation Launches COVID-19 Aid Program with $100,000 Donation to the World Food Program USA
The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF), a private foundation committed to ending hunger through sustainable agricultural development, today announced the launch of its COVID-19 Aid Program with a $100,
May 12, 2020 10:51 KST
AGCO Recasts Vision to Underscore Its Commitment to Providing Sustainable High-Tech Solutions
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and solutions, today announced it is highlighting its commitment to bringing farmers sustainabl
Apr 21, 2020 17:25 KST
More Than 80 Countries Convene Virtually to Learn How U.S. Soy is Ready to Deliver
This week the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted more than 1,600 global customers and soybean industry representatives from 84 countries. The two-day global digital event, The U.S. Soy Connect
Mar 31, 2020 17:37 KST
NEC and Kagome to Provide AI-enabled Services That Improve Tomato Yields
NEC Corporation today announced the conclusion of a strategic partnership agreement with Kagome Co., Ltd. to launch agricultural management support services utilizing AI for leading tomato processing
Aug 20, 2019 10:30 KST
Doosan General Timber, a Wood Specialized Company, to Launch Brand in China
Doosan General Timber Co., Ltd., which specializes in wood Established in 2001, plans to launch its brand in China in 2019. The company mainly produces and distributes treated wood with preservativ
Jul 16, 2019 14:00 KST
A Complex Fertilizer Manufacturer Aminopia Extends Its Footprint in the Asian Market
Aminopia Co., Ltd., a complex fertilizer manufacturing and trading company, is set to make its way into the Asian market with an abundant lineup of products. The company’s signature brand Happy Far
Jun 12, 2019 14:26 KST
Agri-SaaS Company CropIn Registers a 325% Growth
CropIn, a full-stack agri-tech organization, has registered a 3X ARR growth over the last five quarters and has grown by 325% during the last 15 months. The SaaS provider, which first marked its globa
May 03, 2019 15:45 KST
New Image Group makes big leap in global accolades
New Image Group, one of the world’s the fastest growing direct sales companies, has leapt 19 places in a year to Number 52 on the sector’s Global Top 100 list. It is a remarkable feat for a company
Apr 18, 2019 14:20 KST
Farmers Edge Adds In-Cab Intelligence to Precision Digital Platform
Farmers Edge™ today released an app-based in-field intelligence tool that provides a seamless digital experience from the office to the cab. Digitally linking growers, dealers, retailers, trusted advi
Jan 15, 2019 14:30 KST
Henry Schein and Vets First Choice Announce Board of Directors for Covetrus
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) and Vets First Choice today announced their designees who will comprise the 11-member board of directors for Covetrus, the new standalone public company that will res
Nov 02, 2018 13:30 KST
CNH Industrial and Farmers Edge Announce Multi-Year Strategic Partnership
CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNHI/MI: CNHI), one of the world’s largest farm machinery manufacturers, and Farmers Edge™, a global leader in decision agriculture, announced a strategic digital agriculture par
Sep 19, 2018 14:15 KST
AGCO Launches AGCO Agriculture Foundation
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and solutions, today announced the launch of the AGCO Agriculture Foundation. “The AGCO Agricul
Jun 26, 2018 17:55 KST
FCF Fishery, Largest Tuna Supplier in Western Pacific, Granted Marine Stewardship Council Certification
FCF Fishery Company (FCF) and the Western Pacific Sustainable Tuna Alliance announced today that the Western and Central Pacific skipjack and yellowfin free school purse seine fishery has been granted
May 28, 2018 11:50 KST
FCF: Greenpeace Allegations Unfair and Deceptive
FCF Fishery, Co. President Max Chou today released the following statement regarding recent misleading Greenpeace human rights abuse allegations made against the company: “We realize that as one of
May 02, 2018 14:45 KST
Farmers Edge™ Releases Comprehensive 2018 R&D Roadmap with Over 90 New Digital Agricultural Innovations Focusing on Data-Driven Decision Support
Farmers Edge™, a global leader in decision agriculture, today released a comprehensive R&D roadmap outlining its product enhancement and innovation plans through to 2019. On the heels of introducing 1
Feb 14, 2018 15:35 KST
PartnerRe and Farmers Edge Team Up to Advance Global Agriculture by Offering Real-Time Field Data Coupled with Customized Insurance Products
PartnerRe Ltd. today announced an innovative deal with Farmers Edge™, a global leader in decision agriculture, that will help insurers to close the insurance gap among farmers across all continents.
Jan 19, 2018 14:10 KST
AGCO iVenture Summit Calls for Venture Capital to Invest into the Future of Agriculture
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and solutions, today held its first ever AGCO iVenture Summit in Berlin, Germany. The Summit is
Dec 07, 2017 18:10 KST
Mitsui Chemicals Agro, Inc. (MCAG) and BASF Sign Commercialization Agreement for New Insecticide with IRAC Novel Mode of Action
Mitsui Chemicals Agro, Inc. (MCAG) and BASF SE announced today the signing of a long-term agreement for the commercialization of Broflanilide, a new insecticide for chewing crop pests and non-crop pes
Oct 13, 2017 17:00 KST
Farmers Edge and Planet Partner to Change Global Agriculture Using Daily Satellite Imagery and Real-Time Big Data Insights
Farmers Edge™, a global leader in decision agriculture, announced today a strategic partnership to bring Planet’s best-in-class global monitoring data and platform capabilities to the Farmers Edge pre
Sep 19, 2017 11:40 KST
U.S. Borax Launches Mobile Crop Guide to Help Agronomists, Growers and Researchers Identify and Treat Boron Deficiency in Soils
U.S. Borax, part of Rio Tinto, has launched a mobile crop guide to help agronomists, growers and researchers identify and treat boron deficiency in soils, a key issue facing agriculture. Boron is a
Jun 08, 2017 20:15 KST
New Capacity-Building Projects for Ocean Governance
On June 7 (New York time), at an official function of the United Nations Ocean Conference, The Nippon Foundation announced the launch of new human resource capacity-building projects on ocean governan
May 04, 2017 17:40 KST
Biotech/GM Crops Surge to a New Peak of 185.1 Million Hectares in 2016
Today, the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications (ISAAA) released its annual report showcasing the 110-fold increase in adoption rate of biotech crops globally in just
“Korean Fermented Condiments” presented by the Korean Food Foundation earned recognition at ‘Madrid
Jan 31, 2017 12:09 KST
“Korean Fermented Condiments” Presented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and Korean Food Foundation Earns Recognition at ‘Madrid Fusion 2017’
The South Korean Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (“MAFRA”) and the Korean Food Foundation (“KFF”) participated in Madrid Fusion 2017 in
Oct 24, 2016 13:40 KST
OCP and Kribhco to Develop a Large Scale NPK Fertilizer Plant in Krishnapatnam, India
OCP and Kribhco are pleased to announce that they are entering into a 50:50 joint venture to develop a large-scale greenfield NPK fertilizer plant in Krishnapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. This Fert
Nature & Future , an innovative Korean company specializing in eco-friendly organic farming material
Aug 29, 2016 12:44 KST
Nature & Future Inc. Launches Eco-Friendly Organic Farming Materials in Southeast Asian Markets
Nature & Future Inc. (CEO: Mae-ho Park) (www.nfagro.co.kr), an innovative Korean company specializing in eco-friendly organic farming materials, is entering Southeast Asian markets with a wide array o
Apr 13, 2016 14:00 KST
Biotech/GM Crops Planted on Two Billion Hectares from 1996 to 2015
Today, the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications (ISAAA) released its annual report detailing the adoption of biotech crops, “20th Anniversary of the Global Commercial
Oct 20, 2015 17:00 KST
American Farmland Company Prices Initial Public Offering
American Farmland Company (the “Company”), today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 6,000,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $8.00 per share. The Company
Registration is now open for Busan International Seafood & Fisheries EXPO held Oct 29-31 at BEXCO, B
Jul 15, 2015 11:02 KST
‘Busan International Seafood & Fisheries EXPO’ to be held at BEXCO, Busan···Registration Now Open
Busan International Seafood & Fisheries EXPO (BISFE), organized by Busan Metropolitan City and BEXCO, will be held for three days from October 29 (Thu) to 31 (Sat) at BEXCO in Busan, with around 350 c
May 12, 2015 16:35 KST
FCF: Marine Stewardship Council-Certified Tuna Arrives in Wewak
FCF Fishery Company (FCF) announced today that its first load of Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified skipjack tuna harvested from Pacific Island Nation (PNA) waters has been delivered to Papua
May 11, 2015 14:00 KST
Monsanto Comments on Proposal for Syngenta
In response to Syngenta’s [VTX: SYNN] announcement this morning, Monsanto Company [NYSE:MON] today confirmed that it had made a private proposal to Syngenta’s Board of Directors to acquire Syngenta fo
Feb 26, 2015 18:40 KST
East Bali Cashews Launches New Community Development Project
East Bali Cashews (EBC), a social enterprise that is Bali’s first large-scale, environmentally friendly cashew processing facility, is expanding its assistance to the Desa Ban community by launching a
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