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WATCH: Henry Dimbleby says the link between human and soil health is set to explode

Knowledge about the impact of regenerative farming on human health will snowball in the next few years, believes Henry Dimbleby – the former UK food tsar and founder of restaurant chain Leon who is now managing partner of the investor Bramble Partners.

The company has partnered directly with established OEMs and IEMs as well as strategic investors. Image: Agtonomy

Agtonomy hails ‘common-sense’ approach after raising $32.8 million

Agtech companies should consider alternative funding models that align better with the agricultural industry's needs and timelines, says Agtonomy’s CEO Tim Bucher in the wake of its Series A round.

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Biologicals: Addressing the growing need to future-proof the food system

Delivering novel, effective and sustainable solutions for the agtech industry is driving innovations in the biologicals space.

Study: Drones prove effective way to monitor maize re-growth

Chinese scientists are using drone-based hyperspectral imaging to combat the effects of maize lodging.

The end of the era of ‘nice to have’ products? 5 insights from McKinsey’s latest farmer survey that you can’t ignore

Cautious farmers are more concerned with ROI and less willing to experiment with new products and technologies, according to a new global report from McKinsey.

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Climate adaptation: Ensuring food affordability, availability and production across APAC

Challenges in the agri-food sector in APAC are being aggravated by climate change. How are new initiatives and partnerships supporting farmers to harness a ‘nature positive’ future?

WATCH: Microsoft and Syngenta discuss the impact of AI in ag

GenAI and AI platforms continue to develop at a fast pace, experts from Microsoft and Syngenta Group told the recent World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London. But ‘humans in the loop’ are needed to develop dependable frameworks for validating recommendations...

Image: US company Terviva transforms pongamia beans into food ingredients, animal feed and bioenergy. Image: Getty/Subas chandra Mahato

Plans to turn pongamia oil into biofuel move up a gear

Terviva, the company aiming to plant 200 million pongamia trees over 10 years for food, feed and fuel, has received investment from Chevron Renewable Energy Group, as mining giant Rio Tinto also looks to pongamia as a feedstock for renewable diesel production.

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Accelerating climate resilience and nutrition in Asia

Asia's agri-food sector is tackling the urgent challenges of climate change and food security. Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit 2024 will include key insights from experts addressing the future of food security.

‘We still have work to do’: Agreena celebrates milestone but insists efforts are needed to scale regen ag

Danish company Agreena is now working with more than 2,300 farmers to transition a total of 4.5 million hectares to regenerative agriculture across Europe – up by 2.5 million hectares in a year.

Wine and coffee by-products could power next generation batteries

Creating effective batteries is a critical part of renewable energy plans – and wine and coffee could hold the answer to cheaper, more efficient and more eco-friendly battery tech.

Moa Technology, a spin-out from the University of Oxford, is developing innovative herbicides to combat herbicide-resistant weeds. Image: a Moa scientist working.

Is it time for a more balanced perspective on chemical crop protection?

Valid concerns about their use have led to some negative perceptions. But it’s time to be more agnostic regarding the use of both synthetic and natural ingredients in crop protection, believes Moa Technology.

‘Aggressive’ usage of technology by young and growing farms revealed

A new report shows a rise in digital payment adoption among US farmers, reflecting a broader industry shift towards digital solutions. But costs are still a concern for younger tech adopters.

Gene editing set to boost Africa’s pressured yam production

A project by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, in partnership with US tech company Pairwise, will employ gene editing to support the yam in industry in Nigeria and wider region.

Study: Biochar ineffective as feed additive for reducing methane in dairy cows

A recent Swiss study has found that biochar (BC), a substance gaining popularity in agriculture for carbon storage and soil improvement, does not effectively reduce methane emissions.

Denmark: Outlier or pioneer?

Will Denmark’s unprecedented carbon tax be replicated in other countries? Or is it simply another example of its unique willingness to challenge the status quo?

Matteo Vanotti (left) and Matteo Cunial, co-founders of xFarm. Image: xFarm

xFarm eyes global growth after raising €36 million

The company that provides digital solutions to help farmers and agribusinesses optimise their operations has raised €36 million in a Series C funding round.

Smallholder farmers in Africa call for improved access to technology

Smallholder farmers in Africa benefit from regenerative agriculture through a diverse set of practices but need better access to technology.

Recoup launches gut-friendly beverage at Sprouts, raises awareness on benefits of regen ag

Recoup’s prebiotic sparkling beverages hit the shelves at 420 Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide, as the company leans into gut health and regenerative agriculture claims to deliver consumer demands for functional and environmental benefits....

The UK retailer uses drones to monitor and maintain crop health. Image: M&S

M&S employs precision ag to deliver eco-friendly parsnips in time for Christmas

UK retailer Marks & Spencer has begun using drones and robot tractors to produce lower carbon parsnips.

Food companies' regenerative ag strategies 'lack ambition'

Beef and dairy companies put greater focus on claiming lower emissions through regenerative ag practices over embracing the concept holistically, a new report has found.

Is carbon capture and storage really a feasible option to combat climate change?

Two studies investigate the potential of carbon capture and carbon sequestration in mitigating the effects of climate change.

Overheard at World Agri-Tech – 11 talking points for the sector to ponder

From regen ag to AI and biologicals… what’s hot and what’s not in agtech? This and much more was discussed at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London.

Smart lighting key to future-proofing vertical farming, say scientists

Using dynamic environmental control or manipulating light according to the needs of specific crops could make them grow stronger and healthier in an indoor setting while minimising energy use, according to new research.

The new financing is designed to build public private partnerships and mobilise investment into smallholder farmers in low-income countries. Image: Getty/boezie

New $75 million financing unveiled for high-potential but neglected value streams

The Business Investment Financing Track (BIFT), a new window within the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP), aims to bolster inclusive, climate-smart, and nutritious food systems in the poorest and most vulnerable countries.