March - April 2025
Changes to the soil Biostimulants impact the soil and its microbe community, but more research is needed for product development and to back up claims. Treena Hein writes.
Biostimulant NewsEBIC supports proposal to include new microorganisms in FPR
The soil bound bullies you want in your biocontrol arsenal Biocontrols applied in the soil are proving to be particularly adept as these beneficial organisms stop pests before they can create problems above ground. Lindi Botha writes.
Biocontrol NewsBioinputs law: A new regulatory framework for Brazil / IBMA welcomes EU commitment to accelerate biocontrol / Ifapa studies role of reptiles in greenhouses in Almería / Syngenta acquires Novartis assets / Eurazeo buys majority stake in Bioline AgroSciences / Florida researchers explore breakthrough approach to combat citrus greening disease
Topcon: Enabling breakthroughs in agricultural productivity Topcon Positioning Systems is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of precision measurement and workflow solutions for the global agriculture, construction and geospatial markets. An interview with Antonio Marzia, Executive Vice President and General Manager at Topcon Agriculture
Technological advancements in soil health monitoring and management In recent years, technological innovations have revolutionized our approach to understanding and managing soil health. Traditional methods of soil assessment have given way to sophisticated, data-driven technologies that provide unprecedented insights into soil conditions. By University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Precision Agriculture News Bonsai Robotics Secures $15 Million / Fermata closes $10M Series A funding to build the ‘brain of ag’ / Yamaha Agriculture, Inc. launched, makes acquisitions / Isagri acquires Sencrop
Tessenderlo Kerley opens new Thio-Sul plant, receives double inhibitor registration Tessenderlo Kerley has ramped up production at its newly constructed Thio-Sul plant within the Chemelot complex in Geleen, Netherlands. The 130,000 t/y ammonium thiosulphate (ATS) plant is Tessenderlo Kerley’s third European production site for its ATS product Thio-Sul. Luke Hutson writes.
Move over K-pop, time for T-pop ‘Made in Taiwan’ is an international phrase, more commonly associated with microchips than biologicals. But the latest to roll off the manufacturing line is precision-orientated peptides. New AG International began the year with a visit to the R&D and production facilities of CH Biotech in Taiwan.
Restoring soils with biologicals Soil health is the foundation of sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience. Healthy soil ensures nutrient cycling, water retention, carbon sequestration and resistance to degradation. However, global agricultural practices have led to soil depletion, requiring effective restoration methods. By BTU Center.
Products and Trends News UNL, USDA collaborate on web-based app to optimize soil sampling
Unlocking the secrets: How microbial communities thrive in soilless environments In the past two decades, the agricultural industry has witnessed a shift from traditional field-based farming to soilless growing systems which rely on organic or inert substrates. These highly engineered materials are carefully selected to support optimal plant growth in hydroponic and indoor environments. But while traditional soil science and the intricate network of microorganisms in outdoor farming have been well-documented for their role in plant health and ecosystem resilience, the microbiome in soilless systems remains less understood. Janet Kanters writes.
Greenhouse Cropping News TTA and ISO join forces, launch robot / Trio of companies form new partnership / Luxembourg to offer €20m in subsidies to build greenhouses / International team partners to build next generation ‘GigaFarm’ / IDEAS Team wins 2024 Autonomous Greenhouse Challenge
Optimizing irrigation: How soil type dictates watering rates and intervals Understanding different soil zones and their varying water-holding capacities is crucial for effective irrigation management. By recognizing these differences, farmers can tailor irrigation strategies to the specific needs of each soil type, promoting optimal plant growth, reducing water waste, and ensuring sustainable use of water resources. New AG International connected with Itamar Nadav, Ph.D., Head of Agronomy R&D & Innovation at Netafim to learn more about optimizing irrigation based on soil types.
Irrigation Association looks forward to 2025 Julie M. Bushell was recently named president of the Irrigation Association. As vice president of Paige Electric Company LP, Bushell has had a long and varied career in the irrigation industry. New AG International reached out to Bushell to discuss the Irrigation Association outlook for 2025.
New agribusiness market opportunities in Southeast Asia Southeast Asia’s rising middle-income economies with their robust demographic growth profiles represent some of the most important market opportunities for global agribusiness over the next 20 years. Recovered from their post-COVID slump, the famed ‘tiger economies’ of Southeast Asia as a whole are projected to experience 4.75% economic growth in 2025. By Prof. Michael Tanchum.
The vital role of healthy soils in the future of global agriculture In the world’s quest to meet the demands of a growing population and ensure food security, one fundamental resource has become a focal point: healthy soil. Often overlooked, soil plays an essential role in global agricultural systems, not only as the medium where crops grow but also as a critical component of the broader ecosystem. As challenges such as climate change, land degradation and biodiversity loss mount, understanding the importance of soil health has never been more urgent. Janet Kanters writes.
Financing regenerative agriculture: A major challenge We know what regenerative agriculture is, ‘Outcome-based farming approach that generates agricultural products while improving soil health, biodiversity, climate, water resources, and supporting farming livelihoods’ and how it can benefit the planet. We know too that farmers stand ready to implement it, but only if they can both finance the transition successfully and if it is at least as profitable for them as conventional agriculture. By Julian Roche.
Waypoint Commodities offers new digital platform for procurement of water-soluble fertilizers Established just two years ago, Waypoint Commodities has developed its own digital procurement platform specializing in water-soluble fertilizers. The platform uses digital technology to provide smaller companies with an end-to-end purchasing experience that delivers supply chain security. Luke Hutson spoke with Max Roz, Waypoint Commodities CEO and founder.
Agronomics and Economics News MyLand and Texas A&M AgriLife Research launch soil health Educational Hub / Study shows how plant roots access deeper soils in search of water
BiOWiSH Technologies names Bill Diederich CEO
CNH announces global leadership team changes
Elad Aharonson as new president and CEO of ICL
Erika Rohr appointed regulatory manager of BioWorks
Rovensa Next appoints Fábio Dias as head of EMEA
Micropep Technologies appoints Gustavo Gonzalez as CBO
Jonas Hipólito new president of BIOTROP
Source.ag welcomes Magnus Hilding as new CTO
SynTech Research Group appoints Mariano Battista as new seeds and traits global lead
Prem Warrior joins AgroSpheres as chief growth officer
Sean Carson joins Van Iperen
Tom Snipes to lead Ostara as chief executive officer
Vive adds four industry experts to commercial team
Our theme for the next issue of New AG International crops up at all of our conferences - Regulation.
We'll deep dive into the latest regulation on biological products in important global markets.
Is your company active in LATAM? Our country report is Mexico.
Plus, our usual feature sections covering biostimulants, biocontrol, water-soluble and specialty fertilizers, products, irrigation, fertigation, agronomics.
