Why Is Biotechnology A Game Changer in Agriculture?
A number of factors, such as the rising need for food products, growing population, surging per capita income, increasing demand for transgenic crops, and high yield of biotech crops, are projected to drive the growth of the agricultural biotechnology market at a CAGR of 10.7% during the forecast period (2021–2030). The market generated $39,565.6 million in 2020, and it is expected to reach $106,870.0 million by 2030.
Bom Futuro and Natter to Introduce Greeneye Precision Spraying Technology in Brazil
• Greeneye's unique AI precision spraying technology - proven to reduce herbicide use by up to 90% - to be trialled on Bom Futuro and Natter farms in Q4, 2022
• Announcement marks the first availability of precision spraying technology suitable for post-emergence applications in South America
Rivulis and Jain Irrigation's International Irrigation Business to merge to create a Global Irrigation and Climate Leader
-Combined entity will enable unparalleled market coverage, allowing growers and business partners globally to benefit from extensive product and solution offerings, including digital farming services
-The merged company will be called Rivulis (In alliance with Jain International), and will be led by current Rivulis CEO Richard Klapholz, with dual headquarters in Singapore and Israel
-Global investment company Temasek previously acquired a majority stake in Rivulis in December 2020 and assumed full ownership in March 2022
What Technology is Needed to Properly Develop and Maintain Soil Health
At its best, soil is an ecosystem filled with fungi, healthy bacteria and organic matter. Healthy soil protects plants from pests, reduces weed growth and sustains healthy crops year after year.
Potential of Drones in Making Agricultural Simpler and More Efficient
Many innovative agricultural drone models have flight planning software, which allows the user to have a vigilant watch on the area. Then, the software makes a robotic flight path and, in some cases, even prepares the camera shots.
Enhancing Climate Adaptation and Resilience in South Asia
Climate risks can directly affect crop production by reducing agricultural yields for some crops, increasing production volatility, and destabilising farmer incomes. On the one hand, oversupply could result in farmers receiving lower profits.
Following Best Farming Practices for Treated Seeds Underscores Commitment to Environmental Stewardship
As planting season begins across the West, Western Plant Health is reminding farmers about the importance of following basic steps that will help ensure the ongoing stewardship of pesticide-treated seeds, which help reduce the overall use of pesticides.
FPT INDUSTRIAL BRINGS FARMERS' DREAMS OF ENERGY INDEPENDENCE TO THE WORLD BIOGAS EXPO 2022
FPT Industrial paves the way for farmers' energy independence at The World Biogas Expo 2022, the world's leading trade show dedicated to the biogas industry, held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK on June 15 and 16.
Farmers Business Network Begins Construction in Saskatoon on One of Canada's Largest Ag Inputs Fulfilment Centres to Expand Logistics Network
FBN Breaks Ground on 198,000 Square Foot Fulfilment Facility to Ensure Farmers in SK and MB Have Critical Ag Inputs Where They Need Them, When They Need Them
Examining the Environmental Implications of Biofuel
Most farm equipment either uses diesel or fossil-fuel-derived electricity, so transitioning to biofuels as an alternate fuel source could have several environmental benefits.
CULTIVATD Press Release - Kyle Barnett, of Kyle Talks AgTech, joins Cultivatd as Director of Sales and Partnerships
Cultivatd Inc Indoor Farming Brokers, announces their newest hire, Kyle Barnett, as Director of Sales and Partnerships.
Biome Makers joins the WISH-ROOTS Consortium
Biome Makers joins the WISH-ROOTS Consortium to support the research of the WISH-ROOTS project. WISH-ROOTS objectives aim to advance sustainable development goals linked to food security, sustainability, food production, and climate action.
IUNU Launches LUNA AI for Tomatoes at GreenTech Conference
Leading AI company IUNU to launch new product for tomato growers at GreenTech Conference in Amsterdam
Paradigm shift within plant breeding
With newly installed technology at Lantmännen's plant breeding department in Svalöv, future crops will be developed much faster than before. By using new cultivation chambers, enhanced computing power and an advanced laboratory, the characteristics of the crops are being mapped with high precision. The aim is to develop new varieties with increased yields, better quality, and stronger resistance to climate change, disease, and infestation.
How Agricultural Robots Can Help Global Food Supply Shortages
IDTechEx considers whether the Russia-Ukraine war will impact global food supply shortages, and how agricultural robots can play a part.
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