Category Archives: Agriculture

Agriculture Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Circular Economy in Action: Iberdrola Integrates Livestock Grazing in Portuguese Solar Farms

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a renewable energy company, has launched a “solar grazing” initiative in Portugal. They have introduced around 300 sheep to graze in their photovoltaic parks. This practice benefits livestock farmers by providing new grazing spaces and protects the … Read the full press release

ABB Robotics and Junglekeepers Launch Innovative Project: Cloud-Enabled Robot Automates Amazon Reforestation

(IN BRIEF) ABB Robotics and Junglekeepers have partnered in a pilot project to automate reforestation efforts in the Amazon using Cloud technology. ABB’s cobot YuMi has been deployed to automate seed planting tasks, allowing volunteers to focus on other impactful … Read the full press release

Syngenta Unveils EQUENTO®: Innovative Seed Treatment for Enhanced Crop Protection and Soil Biodiversity

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Crop Protection has introduced EQUENTO®, a novel seed treatment that offers effective control of soil pests while promoting farm sustainability. EQUENTO® is based on Syngenta’s PLINAZOLIN® technology and provides precise control of a broad range of pests, … Read the full press release

Yara International Strengthens Leadership Team with EVP Appointment for Global Plants & Operational Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Yara International ASA, a global crop nutrition company, has announced an executive management change. Johan Labby will take on the role of EVP Global Plants & Operational Excellence starting from July 1, 2023. Pål Hestad will step down … Read the full press release

Yara International Invests in Cutting-Edge Facility for Specialty Crop Nutrition and Biostimulants

(IN BRIEF) Yara International, a leading crop nutrition company, has announced plans to construct a state-of-the-art production plant for specialty crop nutrition products and biostimulants. The plant, set to be one of the largest globally, aims to meet the growing … Read the full press release

Precision Spraying Revolution: CNH Industrial to Introduce ONE SMART SPRAY Solution in Collaboration with Bosch and BASF

(IN BRIEF) CNH Industrial announces its collaboration with Bosch and BASF’s joint venture, introducing the ONE SMART SPRAY solution into its agricultural product portfolios. Led by CNH Industrial’s Raven team, the technology will be available in sprayers from the Case … Read the full press release

Rice Production in Japan Set for Advancement as BASF, Kubota, and ZEN-NOH Launch Collaborative Project

(IN BRIEF) BASF, Kubota, and ZEN-NOH are collaborating to enhance rice production in Japan. The collaboration involves integrating BASF’s xarvio® FIELD MANAGER platform with Kubota’s KSAS operating platform to assess operability. The goal is to deliver greater convenience, increased yield, … Read the full press release

Partnership Between Guiné Bissau and Eni to Drive Environmental and Health Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The Government of Guiné Bissau and Eni have signed a Memorandum of Intent (MoI) to explore collaboration opportunities in various areas, including exploration, climate solutions, agriculture, sustainability, and health. The MoI aims to promote sustainable growth, protect forests, … Read the full press release

Solidaridad’s Aquaculture Project Receives Applause for Enhancing Fish Production in Nigeria

(IN BRIEF) The Aquaculture Development Project Nigeria (ADPN) received recognition during an official working visit by Solidaridad Network’s Executive Director and Solidaridad West Africa’s Regional Director. The project aims to enhance fish production and develop a sustainable aquaculture sector in … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut strengthens commitment to transparency with 100% certified or verified cocoa and ingredients target by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading chocolate and cocoa products manufacturer, has announced a set of refined sustainability targets for its Forever Chocolate plan. The company aims to make sustainable chocolate the norm, with targets to achieve by 2030 … Read the full press release

EBRD’s Trade Facilitation Programme wins Best Deal of 2022 Award for Ukraine Agricultural Machinery Import

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) Trade Facilitation Programme (TFP) has been awarded the Best Deal of 2022 by Global Trade Review for its deal supporting the import of agricultural machinery in Ukraine. The EBRD rolled … Read the full press release

Kyrgyz farmer adopts innovative biogas technology with support from EBRD and EU

(IN BRIEF) Melis Aitpaev from Eshperov village in the Kyrgyz Republic has installed a biogas plant on his farm to manage manure and increase his harvest. The EBRD provided support through its Advice for Small Businesses programme and paired Melis … Read the full press release

Nestle establishes Institute of Agricultural Sciences to promote sustainable food systems

(IN BRIEF) Nestlé has opened an Institute of Agricultural Sciences to advance sustainable food systems and develop science-based solutions in agriculture. The institute is dedicated to screening and developing solutions in key focus areas, such as plant science, agricultural systems, … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund supports Romanian micro farmers with €9.1m loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has signed a loan agreement worth €9.1 million with Agricover Credit, a specialised financial services provider for farmers in Romania. The loan, backed by the EU Programme for Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI), … Read the full press release

Syngenta Crop Protection acquires Macspred Australia to strengthen weed management capabilities in forestry and industrial sectors

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Crop Protection has acquired Macspred Australia, a company specializing in weed management for the forestry, roads, rail, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. The acquisition marks Syngenta’s entry into the forestry products and vegetation markets through its Professional Solutions … Read the full press release

Siemens provides technology for world’s largest vertical farm in Dubai

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has provided automation and building technology for Bustanica, the world’s largest vertical farm in Dubai. The $40m facility is owned by Emirates Crop One and Crop One Holdings, and provides an output of 1 million kg of … Read the full press release

Agricultural Solutions and Automotive Sectors Contribute to BASF’s Q1 2023 Sales

(IN BRIEF) Chemical company BASF reported a decline in sales for Q1 2023 of €20bn, down €3.1bn compared to the prior year quarter, due to lower demand in almost all segments. However, the Agricultural Solutions segment recorded a significant increase … Read the full press release

ONE SMART SPRAY: The New Name and Brand Identity for Bosch BASF Smart Farming’s Smart Spraying Solution

(IN BRIEF) Bosch BASF Smart Farming, a joint venture between Bosch and BASF Digital Farming, announced its new brand name as ONE SMART SPRAY. The new brand name also applies to its product, previously known as the Smart Spraying Solution, … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut joins the Sustainable Coconut Partnership to promote responsible production

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut, a leading chocolate manufacturer, has announced its participation as a founding member of the Sustainable Coconut Partnership, an industry platform aimed at promoting responsible coconut production and market transformation at scale. The Sustainable Coconut Partnership seeks … Read the full press release

Biotalys y Syngenta se asocian para desarrollar soluciones de biocontrol para el manejo de plagas

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Biotalys y Syngenta Crop Protection se están asociando para investigar, desarrollar y comercializar soluciones de biocontrol para manejar plagas en una amplia gama de cultivos. La solución se basará en la plataforma tecnológica AGROBODY de Biotalys, que … Read the full press release