Category Archives: Agriculture

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BayWa Initiates StaRUG Restructuring to Finalize Financing Agreement and Secure Long-Term Transformation

(IN BRIEF) BayWa AG has reached an agreement with over 95% of its financial creditors on a long-term restructuring and financing plan, which will extend until 2027. However, a few dissenting creditors led BayWa to initiate restructuring proceedings under the … Read the full press release

New Holland’s W40X Electric Power Wins Prestigious GOOD DESIGN® Award for Innovation and Style

(IN BRIEF) The New Holland W40X Electric Power, a compact wheel loader, has won the prestigious GOOD DESIGN® award, recognizing its innovative design and advanced electric technology. Powered by a 23kWh battery and offering 39kW of power, the loader operates … Read the full press release

CNH Industrial’s Case IH and New Holland Brands Win Ten AE50 2025 Awards for Innovation in Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) CNH Industrial’s Case IH and New Holland brands have earned ten AE50 2025 awards for their innovative products and systems aimed at enhancing the agricultural and food industries. These include the Case IH Axial-Flow 260 series combines, C500 … Read the full press release

Neste Expands Sustainable Feedstock Offering with Co-Processed Neste RE for Polymers and Chemicals

(IN BRIEF) Neste has introduced co-processed Neste RE, a new renewable feedstock for the polymers and chemicals industry. Produced by co-processing renewable raw materials like used cooking oil with fossil crude oil at its Porvoo refinery, this feedstock offers a … Read the full press release

AI-Powered Protein Research Accelerates Crop Innovation at BASF

(IN BRIEF) BASF is leveraging groundbreaking advances in protein research, driven by the recent Nobel Prize-winning developments in computational protein design and structure prediction. David Baker’s work with Rosetta and Demis Hassabis and John Jumper’s creation of AlphaFold2 are transforming … Read the full press release

Morrisons Launches ‘Tractor Tuesdays’ to Support Farmers with 25% Discount at Cafés Nationwide

(IN BRIEF) Starting December 3, 2024, Morrisons will offer a 25% discount every Tuesday at all its Cafés for farmers, aiming to foster community and support within the farming industry. The initiative, called ‘Tractor Tuesdays,’ encourages farmers to gather, share … Read the full press release

Anglo American and IAEA Partner to Combat Soil Degradation with Innovative Fertilizer Solution

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American has partnered with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to investigate the potential of polyhalite, a natural multi-nutrient mineral fertilizer, to combat soil salinisation and improve crop productivity. The five-year research project, supported by the FAO … Read the full press release

MAHLE Leads €5.1 Million Hydrogen Powertrain Initiative for Sustainable Construction and Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE is leading a €5.1 million, three-year project funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action to develop hydrogen-based powertrain solutions for construction and agricultural machinery. The initiative, involving partners like DEUTZ, KIT, and Claas, … Read the full press release

EBRD and EU Partner with Raiffeisen Bank Kosovo to Boost Green Investments for MSMEs

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, in partnership with the EU and Raiffeisen Bank Kosovo (RBKO), has launched a €5 million SME Go Green programme to support sustainable investments by micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Kosovo. The initiative focuses on … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures Major Grants for Biodiversity and Origins of Life Research, Engaging Communities and Interdisciplinary Teams

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Faculty of Science and Engineering has received two €6.7 million grants for research into biodiversity restoration in farming regions and the origins of life on Earth and beyond. Led by Professors Han Olff and … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Oceanloop’s Sustainable Aquaculture Expansion with €35 Million Investment in Land-Based Shrimp Farming

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has provided Oceanloop with a €35 million loan to support the expansion of its sustainable shrimp farming technology, allowing the company to grow operations in Germany and establish a large-scale farm in Gran Canaria. This investment … Read the full press release

EIB Pledges €10.3 Billion for Climate-Resilient Agriculture, Energy, and Infrastructure in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed €10.3 billion to support various European sectors, including agriculture, energy, water, education, and innovation. This funding includes €900 million for immediate reconstruction in flood-affected areas and a landmark €3 billion initiative … Read the full press release

Syngenta and Maersk Strengthen Partnership to Advance Sustainable Supply Chain Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Crop Protection and Maersk have renewed their fourth-party logistics (4PL) partnership for five more years, focusing on sustainable, optimized supply chain solutions. This extension builds on their joint commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with both companies … Read the full press release

EBRD and OTP Bank Moldova Launch €30 Million Financing Boost for Moldovan MSMEs, Focusing on Agriculture and Trade

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has introduced a pioneering risk-sharing facility in Moldova with OTP Bank, enabling €30 million in new financing aimed at supporting the country’s MSMEs, particularly in agriculture and trade. This EU-backed … Read the full press release

Nefco Invests in Fifax’s Eco-Friendly Fish Farming Expansion in Northern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Finnish land-based fish farming company Fifax has secured a €2.5 million loan from Nefco to boost its Eckerö facility, one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. Using environmentally friendly Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), Fifax recycles … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Highlights Commitment to Cocoa Farmers and Sustainability During Cocoa Horizons Week

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut is celebrating Cocoa Horizons Week to showcase its commitment to sustainable cocoa sourcing and improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers through its Cocoa Horizons Foundation. Founded in 2015, the foundation focuses on addressing challenges in cocoa … Read the full press release

BASF and Acadian Plant Health Partner to Launch Seaweed Biostimulants for Climate-Resilient Farming

(IN BRIEF) BASF has partnered with Acadian Plant Health™ to expand its BioSolutions portfolio by incorporating seaweed-based biostimulants. These biostimulants, derived from Ascophyllum nodosum, help crops withstand stressors like heat and drought, supporting sustainable agriculture. The collaboration will distribute these … Read the full press release

Introducing the Next Generation of New Holland T5 Dual Command Tractors: Enhanced Features and Modern Styling

(IN BRIEF) New Holland has introduced the next generation of its T5 Dual Command tractor range, featuring a modern exterior and enhanced functionality aimed at improving productivity and operator comfort. The updated lineup, showcased at the Sommet de l’Élevage fair … Read the full press release

Empowering Small-Scale Farmers: How Solidaridad is Transforming Coffee Production

(IN BRIEF) On World Coffee Day, Solidaridad highlights its ongoing commitment to supporting small-scale coffee farmers as they transform into climate advocates and community leaders. Since launching the world’s first Fairtrade coffee in Mexico in the 1980s, Solidaridad has tackled … Read the full press release

EBRD Announces 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition Winners, Highlighting Green Tech Innovations in Agrifood Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winners of the 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition, recognizing innovative startups that are developing green technology solutions for the agriculture and food sectors. The winners—Proofminder, Green Growth, and … Read the full press release