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From November 12-18, Agritechnica in Hanover brought together 470,000 visitors and 2,812 exhibitors, all focused on the future of agriculture. With the theme "Green Productivity," the event showcased cutting-edge solutions in smart farming, automation, and sustainability. We were proud to present our latest vibrating cleaning machine and ISM-10 CSC separator, meeting the needs of modern farmers. ...
As National Dairy Month wraps up, the American Biogas Council (ABC) today released new data highlighting the rapid growth in methane capture through the use of biogas systems at U.S. dairy farms. Biogas systems trap the methane that is produced naturally when dairy manure breaks down, allowing this gas to be used for fuel. This renewable fuel is then used to power and heat homes, fuel vehicles, ...
Having a farm today needs more than mere effort and space; it needs creative solutions that conserve resources, maximize output, and assure protection for the crops against rising climate threats. The proper procedure of any agricultural irrigation system can make or break a crop. This very thing makes Puroxi revolutionize the whole concept of how water is managed on ...
Lifeasible, a leading biotechnology company in the agricultural sector, has officially launched its cutting-edge fungal disease control services, marking a significant step forward in eco-friendly crop protection. Fungal diseases are among the most destructive threats to crops, leading to major yield losses and reduced quality in agricultural produce. Traditional chemical-based solutions, while ...
Innovations at AGROmashEXPO – A Glimpse into the Future of Agriculture! The AGROmashEXPO in Budapest has once again proven to be a key event for the agricultural industry! From January 22-25, over 200 exhibitors from 15 countries gathered to showcase the latest advancements in agricultural machinery, precision farming, and sustainable solutions, attracting 30,000 visitors. One of the ...
From November 12-18, AGRITECHNICA in Hanover brought together 470,000 visitors and 2,812 exhibitors, all focused on the future of agriculture. With the theme "Green Productivity," the event showcased cutting-edge solutions in smart farming, automation, and sustainability. We were proud to present our latest vibrating cleaning machine and ISM-10 CSC separator, meeting the needs of modern farmers. ...
The Middle East, covering almost 7.3 million km2 and with an estimated population of more than 500 million, is one of the world’s key regions. Yet it is also fraught with challenges. On top of the armed conflicts in some areas which are impacting the World Bank’s growth forecasts, there is also a rise in temperatures triggered by climate change which, in the last decade alone, has ...
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€6.9m project aims to demonstrate successful integration of biogas and agrivoltaics technologies on farms in a bid to defossilise agriculture and boost food production Three demonstration sites in Belgium, Denmark and Italy used to establish diverse environmental conditions and technical requirements Study establishes farmers’ needs ahead of developing Decision Support Tool ...
Agriculture is the backbone of Nepal’s economy, employing 67% of the population and contributing to the nation’s livelihoods. Traditionally male-led, the sector is now seeing an increasing number of women taking charge: the percentage of women-headed households in agriculture increased from 19% to 32% in the last decade, which is attributed to the migration of male household ...
Agriculture in Sri Lanka is undergoing a transformative journey amidst numerous challenges, including the impacts of COVID-19, a controversial fertilizer ban, the struggles faced by smallholder farmers and increasing climate extremes such as floods and droughts. In response to these pressing issues, Sri Lanka’s Department of Agrarian Development (DAD), in collaboration with the ...
Jordanian women are overcoming societal and professional barriers to lead in water science, engineering, and agriculture. Their work in research and innovation is driving sustainable solutions and highlighting the need to close the gender gap in STEM for a more inclusive future. Jordan has made significant strides in encouraging women to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics ...
The World Biogas Association (WBA) is inviting experts from the biogas, agrivoltaics, and farming sectors in Denmark and Italy to join Advisory Boards on the Horizon Europe project, Value4Farm. ...
Terra Agri, through Terra Drone Agri in Malaysia and Terra Drone Indonesia in Indonesia, successfully completed a bagworm spraying project in collaboration with Behn Meyer Malaysia and Indonesia for a multinational company. Covering 2,158 hectares across northern and eastern Malaysia and South Sumatra, Indonesia, the project highlights the transformative potential of drone technology in ...
Terra Drone Agri has deployed advanced drones through its service to combat bagworm infestations across several thousand hectares of oil palm plantations in Malaysia. This collaboration with S&H Techventure Sdn. Bhd. (S&H), a prominent distributor of agrochemical products, and Agricultural Chemicals (M) Sdn. Bhd. (ACM), a specialized chemical supplier, represents a significant step toward ...
Global food demands are at an all-time high, with farmers facing the dual challenge of producing more food while protecting the environment. Climate change, dwindling natural resources, and rising input costs are driving the need for more sustainable farming practices. Amid these challenges, seaweed biostimulants are emerging as a game-changing solution. What Are Seaweed Biostimulants, and Why ...
Due to climate change, regions across Asia and Africa are experiencing higher frequencies of floods and drought. Coupled with rising temperatures, traditional crop-growing patterns have been altered, delayed, and disrupted. A subsequent decline in crop quality and quantity has shown macro-scale impacts on agriculture, vegetable markets, and local community ...
When considering the global impact of farmed aquatic animals, whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei), stand out representing 7.2 percent of global farmed aquatic animal volumes. This makes the Aquasend Beacon® an ideal tool for analyzing the dissolved oxygen and temperature levels present in areas where whiteleg shrimp are farmed. Global Production on the Rise In 2023, more than 8 million ...
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The agriculture sector is improving and so demand for proper and effective water management for crop health has increased to maximize yields. Among the various tools of irrigation, a water sprinkler for agriculture is one of the most effective tools. This blog post will detail several irrigation sprinkler types, benefits for farming, and how these contribute to agriculture sustainability ...
As emerging technologies and advances in animal nutrition bring more precision to livestock production, AgroCares and Trouw Nutrition, Nutreco’s livestock feed business, are pleased to announce the renewal of their NutriOpt On-site Adviser agreement. Launched in 2018 and subsequently enhanced with species-specific knowledge, NutriOpt On-site Adviser is an easy-to-use mobile resource that ...
This week, Defra has begun opening up applications for the 2024 Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), allowing a wider range of land managers to now avail of Defra funding. Following the move away from the Basic Payments Scheme (BPS), this SFI funding is now available to any land manager, including those not previously registered for ...