News and Analysis on Global Agri-Tech Innovation, Investment and Regulation
Fermented chives show potential as a natural alternative to antibiotics to tackle Escherichia coli infections in broiler chickens, a new study from Vietnam finds.
SoundTalks continues to have backing of existing shareholders, illustrating a confidence in the company and the future of PLF, according to the CEO
Industry needs to look in the mirror and take maximum responsibility for the future of food, claims Dick Hordijk, CEO of swine genetics company, Topigs Norsvin
Participation from AgriZeroNZ set to accelerate US firm’s methane emissions reduction technology
New World screwworm flies pose a threat to North American livestock, but innovative technology can play a crucial role in preventing the pest’s resurgence in the US
As the global agriculture industry wrestles with AMR, tighter regulations, and the call for sustainability, bacteriophage-based solutions have emerged as a promising - but complex - alternative to antibiotics
AquaEasy wants to use AI-powered tech to bring shrimp farming closer to consumers, shortening the farm-to-table supply chain
A South Korean start-up specialising in mycelium-based protein is seeking out a partner to develop a solution that it believes could help combat mad cow disease
It began with a question: what exactly is milk signaling to a calf?
Lever VC searches for innovative agtech startups to round out its Fund II roster, as the firm watches the evolving macroeconomic climate for portfolio implications
Greener Herd, billed as the first Arabic-language livestock management platform designed for producers in the Middle East, has officially launched on the Google Play Store and App Store
Company looks to neutralize key toxins produced by C. perfringens
‘Consistent, reliable capital is needed to scale innovation in agriculture and animal health’
‘Beyond disease resistance, the technology also reduces the susceptibility of pigs to secondary bacterial infections’
Methane busting startup closed $15m Series A round late last month
Myanmar’s feed production is expected to decline by up to 15% this year as a result of the March earthquake’s disruption to production and supply chain.
Cobb leveraging precision data collection, and improved prediction models to stay ahead in broiler performance
A new study suggests that onion peel could become a powerful tool for the dairy industry to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improve feed efficiency.
‘Benefits are clear but transition presents operational challenges’
FFAR also aims to lower production costs, and help reduce prices for US consumers
C-Lock is eyeing smarter sensors to track heat stress, ketones, and feed intake in cows.
Disease continues to cause significant economic losses across global pork production systems
Grass protein has a superior amino acid profile to soy, claims Grassa.
Singapore’s JAH Cultura’s ceramic alloy tech has been found to boost shrimp growth while increasing microalgae, potentially lowering feed requirements.
‘Climate risk presents material financial risks to companies and their investors’
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Malaysia-based Seadling, a biotech company specialising in sustainable seaweed-based functional ingredients, has announced the successful close of its US $1 million seed investment round.
Business seeks one or more buyers
AgriZeroNZ, the industry-government partnership accelerating the development of emissions reduction tools, is investing around NZD $4.2 million (€2.25m) in Agteria Biotech, a Swedish company making strides to reduce methane emissions from cattle.
BioLumic has seen major improvements in plant traits using UV technology
Investors should focus on financing nature-based solutions, rather than technologies that reduce emissions from current practices, to bring livestock farming in line with climate targets, concludes a report by food systems investor network the FAIRR...
A study outlines an effective protocol for identifying and authenticating insect species in feed and food
AAFCO partners with K-State Olathe on ingredient evaluation
The pact has averted a strike that could have disrupted operations at East and Gulf Coast ports as early as January 15, 2025.
Digital technologies that aim to foster efficiency in livestock production in the Middle East, Africa and South Africa can be overlooked. That’s a mistake, according to speakers at the recent World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in Dubai.
The Cool Cows project in the UK – which is aiming to breed highly methane-efficient animals – has unveiled the first member of the herd to be born through IVF.
Regulation came into force in July 2024
ADM, Cargill and Mars are boosting regenerative practices in pet nutrition in the US and Europe in order to cut emissions in the value chain and create premium products for sustainability-minded consumers.
Poultry feed recovery gains momentum
Britain’s largest dairy co-op found itself in the midst of consumer backlash over plans to trial a methane-suppressing feed additive. What went wrong?
Study indicates shifting weather patterns may create favorable conditions for toxins
New research reveals health risks linked to Zearalenone in feed for laying hens
We are highlighting women shaping the future of the feed and pet food industries
Retesting of feed ingredients before manufacture advised
EuroTier 2024 highlighted groundbreaking innovation in poultry farming and feeding, addressing critical challenges such as animal welfare, health, and sustainable production.
A new report flags the growing demand for data, circular innovation and market access for precision bred commodities in the UK.
Political challenges are heating up, creating potential trade challenges for the pork sector along with other markets in 2025, according to a recent RaboResearch report.
Ethiopian and Swedish researchers find locally sourced plants in Ethiopia offer significant potential to reduce methane emissions, paving the way for greener livestock farming.
Farmers are not resistant change, says Phil Bicknell, CEO at the newly merged UK-Agri-Tech Centre. But the “three Cs” of communication, collaboration and cash are needed to help them adopt newer sustainable practices.
Poland’s President, Andrzej Duda, has signed into law an extension on the use of genetically modified feed, delaying a planned ban until 2030.