Exposures to two of the most popular herbicides were associated with worse brain function among adolescents, according to a study led by researchers at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at University of California...
Australia’s animal production sectors could benefit massively from new research that suggests Gene editing can be used to create chickens that are partially resistant to infection by avian influenza, providing regulatory developments can keep pace with...
The Japanese government has approved the applications of over 50 companies looking to implement agritech-focused improvements to their businesses, offering support and tax incentives in a bid to hit its national Green Food System sustainability goals...
Indian FMCG major BL Agro has committed US$62.5mn in investment to purchase Leads Connect, one of the country’s most comprehensive agricultural technology firms, in a bid to increase its presence in the burgeoning sector.
China has pledged to continue support African countries in upgrading their agricultural sector and helping the local populations fulfil self-sufficiency, following collaborations spanning hybrid rice cultivation, irrigation and crop variety.
Flexible direct payment schemes have been touted as an effective approach to encourage widespread adoption of pesticide-free production, as well as building farmers’ capacities in plant breeding and improving production systems.
A new high-tech facility in Narrabri, New South Wales (NSW), is seeking to strengthen Australia’s food security by focusing on agtech to increase crop resilience and boost the productivity of farmers.
A better and more efficient use of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) fertilisers is urgently needed to address food security and environmental problems, with new technologies vital to improve outcomes.
Public opinion about genetically modified (GMOs) products remain divisive, but where do the gaps lie when it comes to the adoption of biosafety regulations?
Vertical farming has long been touted as effective strategy for countries, those sparse of land and otherwise, to bolster their food security and meet local demand. But how receptive are consumers to such innovation and what are the hurdles that could...
Hyperspectral remote sensing images from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can be used to develop a ‘more rigorous and scientific’ health assessment model to aid precision agriculture strategies, say researchers.
Co-ops need regulatory changes to be able to operate on a ‘level playing field’ and compete with MNCs in the advanced manufacturing space, claims an organisation spanning key players from agriculture, horticulture and processors.
Engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) could be a holistic solution for sustainability in crop production and environmental stewardship, according to researchers in China, Australia and Pakistan.
A holistic concept that recognises the interconnectedness of human health, animal health and the environment, is gradually but definitively attracting public awareness in China.
Innovation is needed to improve monitoring on farms and enhanced nutritional diagnostics are essential to get a better understanding of the relationship between regenerative agriculture (RA) and nutritional quality.
New research has indicated that the greenhouse gas emissions associated with indoor vertical farms (IVFs) could vary significantly based on operational conditions, and highlighted the critical role operational decisions, resource consumption and yield...
Climate change poses a serious threat to the sustainability of food production in Kenya, but famers who adopt more environmentally-friendly initiatives have been foucd to have greater levels of food security.
Innovations in identifying physiological, metabolic and genetic factors contributing to abiotic stress tolerance and grape berry composition could be key to safeguarding the future of two of the most popular wines - Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling.
India's food system needs a paradigm shift towards sustainability to address the challenges posed by its ever-growing population, water scarcity, cropland limitations and climate change impacts.
Oishii, a vertical farm growing Japanese omakase strawberries with 2-3x the sweetness of conventional US-grown strawberries, has closed $50m in Series A funding led by SPARX Group to scale its business for mass market consumption.