Category Archives: Agriculture

Agriculture Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Evonik Showcases Sustainable Solutions at China Feed Industry Expo 2024

(IN BRIEF) Evonik is set to underscore the importance of supply security and sustainability in its amino acids portfolio at the China Feed Industry Expo 2024. With a focus on animal nutrition, the company will introduce its latest products and … Read the full press release

Amazonia Connect Initiative Promotes Sustainable Livestock Farming in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Partners, producers, and stakeholders convened in Pará, Brazil, for a gathering centered around sustainable livestock farming, organized as part of the Amazonia Connect program. Hosted by consortium partners including USAID, Solidaridad, Earth Innovation Institute, National Wildlife Federation, and … Read the full press release

EIF Commits €40 Million to Boost Sustainable Agriculture in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) is allocating €40 million to support the European Agri Transition Fund, aimed at fostering a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food system in Europe. Managed by INOKS Capital, the fund targets SMEs and … Read the full press release

Feed Analysis Reinvented: Intraco Ltd Teams Up with trinamiX GmbH for Advanced Spectroscopy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Intraco Ltd, a prominent exporter of premixes and concentrates, and trinamiX GmbH, a leading provider of mobile spectroscopy solutions, have collaborated to revolutionize feed analysis. Their partnership aims to provide Intraco and its distribution partners with real-time nutrient … Read the full press release

Louis Dreyfus Company Releases First Integrated Report: Highlights Financial Performance and Sustainable Progress

(IN BRIEF) Louis Dreyfus Company B.V. (LDC) has unveiled its inaugural integrated report, presenting a comprehensive overview of its financial performance and sustainability initiatives for the year ended December 31, 2023. Despite challenges posed by geopolitical tensions and climate-related disruptions, … Read the full press release

Continental’s Study Reveals Global Disparities in Agricultural Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in collaboration with Innofact AG, conducted a study titled “Agriculture in transition,” surveying 503 farmers across five countries, shedding light on the digitalization levels in agriculture worldwide. The findings indicate varying degrees of digital adoption, with some … Read the full press release

Driving Green Growth: HeavyFinance Secures €50 Million to Drive Sustainable Agriculture in Europe

(IN BRIEF) HeavyFinance announces a €50 million fundraising for a private credit fund aimed at supporting European agricultural SMEs with tailored finance solutions to advance decarbonization efforts. With the EIF committing €20 million as a cornerstone investor and support from … Read the full press release

EU Bank’s Historic Investment in Mongolia to Combat Overgrazing and Promote Sustainable Development

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has embarked on its largest-ever financing agreement for Mongolia, injecting €54.4 million into a groundbreaking initiative. This initiative aims to address the degradation of Mongolia’s grasslands by promoting sustainable urban development and supporting … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Unveils Comprehensive Automation and Digitalization Solutions for Feed Industry Advancement

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a leading provider of industrial technology solutions, has launched a comprehensive array of automation and digitalization solutions for the feed industry through its Metris digital platform. With a vision for fully autonomous feed plant operations by 2027, … Read the full press release

Burda Partners with Klim to Spearhead Regenerative Agriculture Movement

(IN BRIEF) Burda, a leading media and tech company, collaborates with Klim, an agritech firm, to champion regenerative farming practices aimed at combating climate change and biodiversity loss. Through financial support and expertise provided by Klim’s digital platform, Burda amplifies … Read the full press release

Fostering Growth: Deutsche Bank’s Initiative Revolutionizes Women’s Role in Asian Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Responsibility program in Asia is empowering women in agriculture across the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and India. Through partnerships and funding, women are gaining access to education, innovative farming equipment, and sustainable practices, enhancing their livelihoods … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Fuels Blue Economy with €20 Million Aquaculture Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has announced a €20 million investment under the InvestEU program to support the Blue Revolution Fund, managed by Hatch Blue. This investment aims to boost early-stage aquaculture enterprises, address market deficiencies, and promote … Read the full press release

Evonik Enhances Animal Nutrition Services with Release of US Crop Report Integrated into AMINODat® 6.2

(IN BRIEF) Evonik announces the release of the 2023 US Crop Report, which has been integrated into its AMINODat® 6.2 database, marking a significant advancement in its animal nutrition services. This state-specific data for corn and soybean meal, exclusively from … Read the full press release

Syngenta Partners with Maersk for Biofuel-Powered Ocean Transport, Aiming for Reduced GHG Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Crop Protection has finalized an agreement with Maersk for ocean transport using biofuel, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its logistics operations. Through Maersk’s ECO Delivery solution, Syngenta will utilize certified biofuels … Read the full press release

Syngenta Teams Up with IBM and Maxygen to Revolutionize Agricultural Technology

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Group, a leading global agriculture technology company, has announced key collaborations stemming from its innovation accelerator platform, Shoots by Syngenta, launched in 2023. These collaborations involve partnerships with IBM Research and US biotech firm Maxygen, aiming to … Read the full press release

Yara Brasil and Petrobras Forge Partnership to Drive Decarbonization in Fertilizer and Industrial Sectors

(IN BRIEF) Yara Brasil Fertilizantes S.A. (Yara) and Petrobras have entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at exploring potential business collaborations concerning the production and decarbonization of local fertilizer and industrial products in Brazil. With Brazil being … Read the full press release

Sainsbury’s Launches Dedicated ‘Best of British’ Page to Spotlight Locally Sourced Products Online

(IN BRIEF) Sainsbury’s, the UK’s largest supermarket chain, has introduced a dedicated ‘Best of British’ page on its groceries website, showcasing over 450 100% British-sourced grocery items. This initiative aims to make it easier for customers to find and purchase … Read the full press release

Equinor and Deepak Fertilisers Forge Long-Term LNG Supply Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Equinor and Deepak Fertilisers have inked a significant 15-year agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG), commencing deliveries in 2026. Drawing from Equinor’s expansive global LNG portfolio, which encompasses production from the Hammerfest LNG Plant in … Read the full press release

€160 Million Investment to Safeguard Crete’s Agricultural Heartland from Climate Risks

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) are jointly injecting €160 million into a transformative project aimed at fortifying Crete’s agricultural resilience against climate risks. The initiative, centered around the Platys agricultural … Read the full press release

Capra Robotics Enhances Autonomous Mobile Robots with Telekom IoT Services and Precise Positioning Solution

(IN BRIEF) Capra Robotics, a Danish leader in autonomous robotics, partners with Deutsche Telekom and Swift Navigation to enhance the capabilities of its mobile robots. Leveraging Telekom’s IoT network and Swift’s precise positioning technology, Capra ensures seamless connectivity and accurate … Read the full press release