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  • FAO and IAEA join forces to support Atoms4Food

    Two United Nations agencies, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have joined forces to launch the Atoms4Food initiative. Unveiled during the World Food Forum 2023 in Rome, this collaborative effort aims to address the growing global challenges of hunger, malnutrition, and food security by harnessing innovative nuclear techniques…

  • Ecorobotix opens the door to Ultra-High Precision (UHP) treatment in vegetable farming

    BioAg World News Digest Innovation, Appointments, and Market Breakthroughs: Q4 2025 – Q1 2026 Precision Ag & Robotics World First Ecorobotix Launches 2026 Crop Algorithms for Ultra-High Precision (UHP) Vegetable Farming Ecorobotix has reached a new milestone enabling non-selective herbicides to be used in vegetable farming. New algorithms for broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage, along with…

  • From the Amazon to the World: Agriculture and Food Systems at COP30

    Climate Policy Insight • Belém, Brazil Key outcomes, initiatives, and finance gaps shaping agrifood systems transformation by Sulakshna Baruah, Media Manager, GBL Axis 3 of the COP30 Action Agenda and the FAO Perspective The Thirtieth United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) was held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10–21, 2025. Taking place in the Amazon…

  • Beyond the Flask: Navigating Fermentation Scale-Up in BioAgTech

    Industry Insight | By Toni Bucci, PhD What to expect when commercializing fermentation-based products The rapid growth of BioAg products has placed an unprecedented emphasis on biomanufacturing readiness. While startups often demonstrate strong lab-scale proof-of-concept, the transition to commercial production is one of the most complex and capital-intensive phases of development. Fermentation Scale-Up Is Not…

  • Advance Your Career: Expert BioAg Training Courses | BAW Academy

    Looking to excel in the BioAg industry? The BioAg World Academy (BAW Academy) provides the essential BioAg training courses you need to succeed. Our programs are designed to transform your academic knowledge into powerful, real-world skills Taught by leading industry experts, our courses focus on practical, hands-on knowledge and a deep understanding of the latest…

  • Heifer International and ICA-AP Launch “Seeding Strength” Campaign to Empower Farmer Cooperatives

    New Delhi – Heifer International Asia, in partnership with the International Cooperative Alliance Asia and Pacific (ICA-AP), has launched a regional awareness initiative titled “Seeding Strength: Empowering Farmer Cooperatives”. The campaign aims to strengthen smallholder farmer cooperatives across India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Nepal, driving their capacity to address rural poverty and food insecurity through inclusive…

  • Bayer Launches Yoalo®: A New Milestone in Biostimulant Seed Treatment for Corn

    In a decisive move reinforcing its position in the biologicals market, Bayer CropScience has announced the launch of Yoalo®, a biostimulant seed treatment developed specifically for corn. This introduction comes amid growing industry emphasis on sustainability, soil health, and climate-resilient agricultural inputs. With Yoalo®, Bayer aims to enhance early crop performance while reducing reliance on…

  • Jiuyi Co., Ltd. Launches Four Innovative Prothioconazole Formulations, Strengthening Global Crop Protection Capabilities

    June 2025 marked a strategic leap forward for Jiuyi Co., Ltd., a China-based agrochemical manufacturer, as it unveiled four advanced formulations of prothioconazole—a leading fungicide used for disease management in high-value crops. This expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to global food security, cutting-edge agricultural chemistry, and high-efficiency plant protection products. Prothioconazole: The New Generation of…

  • Solar-Powered Irrigation and Smart Control Technologies in Agriculture

    As the world faces the twin challenges of climate change and a rapidly growing global population, the agricultural sector must find new ways to produce more food while reducing its environmental footprint. Solar-Powered Irrigation Systems (SPIS’s) are emerging as a powerful solution, combining renewable energy with advanced control technologies to transform farming practices. By harnessing…

  • CABI participates in CCAFRICA 25 to help support food value chains and break non-tariff barriers to trade

    CABI Participates in CCAFRICA 25 to Support Food Value Chains and Break Non-Tariff Barriers to Trade CABI has participated in the 25th session of the FAO/WHO Coordinating Committee for Africa (CCAFRICA 25) to help support sustainable food value chains and break down non-tariff barriers to trade. All speakers at the opening ceremony acknowledged the regional…