November - December 2024
Biostimulants World Congress Miami BSWC offered a broad spectrum of keynote speeches, expert panels, scientific presentations, company showcases, awards ceremonies, poster tours, a gala reception and plenty of networking breaks over the course of the event.
C-Level insights on the future of biostimulants and microbials The C-Level discussion at BSWC delved into the rapidly evolving world of biostimulants and microbials. Experts from across the agricultural sector shared their perspectives, and addressed key issues such as the ongoing appeal of biologicals, technological breakthroughs, investment opportunities, and strategies for engaging the next generation of scientists.
Market strategy, investment, and business decisions in the biostimulant sector In a leadership discussion at BSWC, key players in the industry shared their insights on market strategies, investment decisions and business challenges.
Reflections on the future of plant biostimulants As the 2024 BSWC drew to a close, scientific committee members provided a deep dive into the emerging trends, challenges and opportunities in the biostimulants sector.
Biostimulant NewsSugaROx wins funding to bring biostimulant to market / Koppert expands in North America / Biolevel obtains European product registration / Elicit Plant raises US$48 million / Lesaffre acquires Altar, a company owned by Ginkgo Bioworks
Innovators turn waste into gold In a groundbreaking effort to reduce waste and promote sustainable agriculture, researchers and innovators are turning to the byproducts of everyday life to develop new sources of fertilizer. Janet Kanters writes.
Getting the blend right for future fertilizers University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has been trialling a raft of strategies to turn nutrient-rich animal waste into a bio-solution.
Denali transforms billions of organic byproducts into fertilizer, animal feed Denali, a U.S.-based recycler of organics, has transformed over 10 billion pounds of organic byproducts into natural fertilizers.
Illinois researchers develop fungal treatment to convert wastewater into fertilizer Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are exploring the potential of a fungal treatment to convert wastewater from hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) into a viable fertilizer for agricultural crops.
Human urine as an eco-friendly crop fertilizer Scientists have discovered that urine fertilization increased the relative amounts of nitrifying and denitrifying groups compared to synthetic fertilizer – implying that more nitrogen oxides could be emitted when fertilizing with urine.
Scientists tackle farm nutrient pollution with designer biochar pellets University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign researchers show it’s possible and economical to prevent excess phosphorus from polluting downstream waterways, recycling that nutrient as a slow-release “designer” biochar fertilizer.
Solar-powered solution: turning wastewater into fertilizer Researchers at UNSW Sydney (Australia) have developed a zero-emissions system using a solar panel that turns nitrate wastewater into ammonium nitrate for use in fertilization.
Biocontrol NewsFirst biocontrol product for Take-All disease takes it all at Bernard Blum Awards / Fungus eating beetle discovered in tomato greenhouse / Novel biocide against fruit fly made from orange peels / Project to control bronze beetle launched in NZ
CH Biotech: A focus on innovative technologies CH Biotech commercializes a comprehensive portfolio of innovative technologies in the areas of plant growth regulators, fertilizers, and biostimulants. New AG International reached out to Francisco Manzano, Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer, to learn more
Precision Agriculture News Almanac acquires Gro Intelligence intellectual property and assets / Carbon Robotics raises $70 Million Series D investment round / FarmDroid secures EUR 10.5m to accelerate expansion of agricultural robot / Syngenta Crop Protection, Taranis partner to drive AI-powered agronomy solutions / Topcon Agriculture launches Value Line Steering
Regenerative agriculture: A growing movement toward sustainable farming Regenerative agriculture, which emphasizes soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem restoration, is gaining traction among farmers, scientists and consumers alike. Janet Kanters writes.
The treasure in shrimp waste that could cut your chemical bill Argentinian-based Unibaio taps into shrimp waste to develop a product that could boost yields while lowering input costs. Lindi Botha writes.
Teams tackle autonomous dwarf tomato cultivation in Bleiswijk Five teams from across the globe have embarked on the next phase of the Autonomous Greenhouse Challenge.
Greenhouse Cropping News LettUs Grow and IGE partner to bring advanced aeroponic technology to North America / Study: Greenhouse growers open to using recycled water on crops / Kas 2040 looks at future greenhouse challenges and solutions
Reinke: Efficiency and productivity is key Pivot irrigation plays a critical role in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in arid and semi-arid regions, where water resources are limited, and the challenges of farming are heightened. One player in the pivot irrigation sector is Reinke Manufacturing Co. New AG International editor Janet Kanters connected with Russ Reinke, Reinke's First Vice President, to learn more.
From the ground up: Regenerative agriculture can provide benefits in improving irrigation management. Water management is becoming more challenging with increases in both very dry and very wet years – often back-to-back. This dry-wet-dry “weather whiplash” can be especially challenging to manage in perennial crops like nuts and wine grapes. One emerging strategy and philosophy for coping with weather whiplash is regenerative agriculture. Story by Mallik Nocco, PhD, and Nall Moonilall, PhD.
Irrigation News Netafim and Phytech collaborate to optimize digital farming / Smart soil can water and feed itself
Securing crop value with sulphur Sulphur is widely recognized as one of the six macronutrients for plant nutrition but its applications go far beyond this – to vulcanise black rubber, as a fungicide, as well as numerous applications through sulphuric acid. As detailed in this article by Tessenderlo Kerley’s Dr. Nicolas White, there are different forms of sulphur, which can be utilized to deliver sulphur to the crop over an extended period of time.
Bioline Agrosciences appoints Benjamin Desruelle as business unit director
Freight Farms, Inc. Announces New CEO
Fischer Farms appoints Chris Kirke as CEO
Biotalys appoints Kamal El Mernissi as CBDO
Koppert names new global leadership team
Source.ag welcomes new CCO
Rovensa Next appoints Riccardo Vanelli as chief commercial officer
Effect of biostimulants on soils
Advances in soil sensor technology
Regional Report: Southeast Asia
Horticulture growing media expands
Innovative approaches to optimizesoil health
