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Agribusiness, Agro chems – Pesticides, Company News, India

‘LaNevo’ marks a strategic collaboration with Nissan Chemical Corporation, Japan, further strengthening Dhanuka’s insecticide portfolio.

 Leading agrochemical company Dhanuka Agritech Limited unveiled two groundbreaking products the powerful insecticide ‘LaNevo’, and the bio-fertilizer ‘MYCORe Super’, designed to revolutionize crop protection and yield enhancement in agriculture.

‘LaNevo’ marks a strategic collaboration with Nissan Chemical Corporation, Japan, further strengthening Dhanuka’s insecticide portfolio. LaNevo offers dual benefits with a unique mode of action for enhanced crop protection against sucking and chewing pests. It is designed to minimise resistance development and, promoting healthier crops and higher yields.

Harsh Dhanuka, Executive Director, Alliances and Supply Chain at Dhanuka Agritech Ltd, along with senior officials from Nissan Chemicals Corporation, addressed a large gathering of retailers, major dealers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana outlining the specifications and benefits of the new products.

Dhanuka said the insecticide ‘LaNevo’ will help farmers, especially those growing vegetables, achieve better control of sucking and chewing pests. Introduced under Section 9(3) of The Insecticides Act, 1968 by Dhanuka, ‘LaNevo’ is a powerful, broad-spectrum insecticide that effectively control a wide range of pests, including Jassid, Thrips, White Fly, Shoot and Fruit Borer, and Leaf Miner, he said.

Y Fukagawa San, General Manager and Head of International Sales Nissan Chemical Japan, said ‘LaNevo’ is tough for insect-pest resistance development, and effectively controls leaf’s lower surface hiding insect-pest. This powerful insecticide is easy to apply, promoting healthier crops and higher yields,” he said.

Dr R.K. Yadav, Managing Director, Nissan Agro Tech India Pvt. Ltd., said, “Farmers can trust in LaNevo’s dual power, reliability and quick action to protect their crops and ensure a bountiful harvest. “For best results, apply Lanevo at the initial appearance of pests in your chilli, tomato, brinjal crops”.

Introducing the bio-fertilizer ‘MYCORe Super’, Manoj Varshney, National Marketing Head of Dhanuka Agritech, highlighted its effectiveness in high-value crops to increase output and quality. “Harnessing the power of natural biological processes, our product offers the most advanced solution to farmers seeking to optimize their agricultural outputs while minimising their environmental impact,” Varshney added.

Dhanuka Agritech remains committed to driving innovation in agriculture, ensuring farmers have access to cutting-edge solutions that optimize productivity and sustainability.

'LaNevo' marks a strategic collaboration with Nissan

Company News, People, World

Julio Triana is currently Head of Commercial Operations Region International for Bayer’s Pharmaceuticals Division

The Supervisory Board of Bayer AG has appointed Julio Triana to Bayer’s Board of Management effective April 1, 2024. He will become President of the Consumer Health Division effective May 1, 2024, and succeed Heiko Schipper, who has asked the Supervisory Board to bring forward the end date of his contract to pursue a career opportunity outside of Bayer. Schipper will leave the company effective April 30, 2024. 

Julio Triana is currently Head of Commercial Operations Region International for Bayer’s Pharmaceuticals Division, a member of the Division’s Executive Committee as well as the Senior Bayer Representative Japan and President of Bayer Holding, Ltd. Japan. Triana is a very seasoned executive with a dynamic 30-year career in the global healthcare industry. He joined Bayer in 2002 and has held roles of increasing responsibility in Finance, Strategy, Business Development and most recently Commercial Operations, among others. Triana holds an MBA from Universidad Antonio de Nebrija (Madrid, Spain) as well as a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Houston (Houston, Texas, USA). He has comprehensive experience in leading and transforming large organizations across multiple functions and in different cultural contexts with a strong track record of successful market expansions, sustainable revenue growth and orchestrating complex integrations.

Julio Triana is currently Head of Commercial Operations

Company News, Fungicides, World

UPL to acquire Corteva Agriscience’s global mancozeb fungicide business outside of China, Japan, South Korea and EU member countries

UPL Ltd. the global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, announces the planned acquisition of Corteva Agriscience’s solo mancozeb global fungicide business outside of China, Japan, South Korea, and EU member countries.

The acquisition will give UPL ownership of Dithane, the original global mancozeb brand which has provided farmers with a reliable disease management solution, as well as access to Rainshield technology which enables crop protection in wet weather conditions.

Mancozeb is a highly effective protective fungicide used to prevent plant diseases across a range of crops, including rice, soybean, wheat, onions, potatoes, and other vegetables and fruits. Across the crop protection industry, mancozeb is also an increasingly important tool in managing fungicide resistance. UPL, the market leader in this technology, was instrumental in introducing mancozeb for soybean production in 2014, where it proved effective in controlling fungal diseases and boosting growth and yield.

Christina Coen, Chief Marketing Officer of UPL Corporation Ltd. said: “This acquisition is a meaningful milestone for UPL and for farmers, it strengthens our portfolio of solutions and leadership in the multisite fungicide market. We are committed to expanding our offering for plant disease management, and supporting farmers globally to achieve sustainable crop yields and enhanced food security outcomes.”

The acquisition is limited to Corteva’s solo formulations of mancozeb, with Corteva retaining ownership of premix formulations. The transaction is subject to customary approvals and is expected to conclude Q1 of FY24-25. This acquisition includes all data, registrations, trademarks for Corteva’s solo mancozeb products, and a license to the Rainshield technology but excludes manufacturing and formulation facilities.

UPL to acquire Corteva Agriscience's global mancozeb

Agrotech, Company News, Vegetables, World

A unique combination of vertically farmed lettuce and dedicated processing design will allow for the longest shelf-life of a cut lettuce product in Japan

Japan-based company Spread has developed the Techno Fresh processing method which allows for an increase in the shelf life of cut lettuce up to 2 times while preserving freshness, taste, and quality. Spread has also started construction on the first large-scale salad processing plant to utilise the method – Techno Fresh Hadano near Tokyo.

The Techno Fresh processing method uses pesticide-free, pristine lettuce grown in a highly hygienic environment within Techno Farm and combines it with the in-house developed processing technologies that prevent bacteria from increasing. Through this method, Spread was able to enhance the shelf life of the cut lettuce by up to 2 times and has become the first company to achieve a record-breaking 6-day shelf life for a fresh-cut lettuce product in Japan. Additionally, the Techno Fresh method prevents lettuce from browning/discolouration and doesn’t have the unpleasant smell associated with certain washing agents.

Techno Fresh Hadano is the first processing facility by Spread and is the first facility to implement the Techno Fresh system. This next-generation processing factory will process 8 tonnes of lettuce per day while automating 85 per cent of the processes, including the implementation of the world’s first AI-based lettuce core remover. Automation will allow for a drastic productivity improvement, while the dedicated processing design developed in-house makes it extremely resource-efficient, lowering water usage by 55 per cent.

A unique combination of vertically farmed lettuce

Agrotech, Company News, India, Japan, Machinery – Post-harvesting

Workmen will be assigned to Mitsubishi Mahindra Agricultural Machinery in Shimane, Japan, for a year-long on-the-job training program.

Mahindra Farm Division, part of Mahindra’s Farm Equipment Sector and India’s No.1 tractor brand, marked a significant milestone in its commitment to skill development and globalisation, by dispatching its first group of ten skilled workmen to Japan under Japan’s Technical Intern Training Program (TITP).

Flagged off by Hemant Sikka, President – Farm Equipment Sector (FES), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., and other dignitaries from Mahindra FES from the company’s facility in Kandivali, Mumbai, the 10 Mahindra workmen selected for this initiative represents Mahindra’s tractor manufacturing facilities in Zaheerabad, Nagpur, and Rudrapur.

With the support of the Government of Japan, these individuals will receive mandatory training in Nagoya, Japan, for 4-6 weeks. Subsequently, they will be assigned to Mitsubishi Mahindra Agricultural Machinery in Shimane, Japan, for a year-long on-the-job training program. The workmen also successfully completed mandatory training sessions in Japanese cultural sensitivity, encompassing 17 days of in-person classroom sessions and 370 hours of online training.

Speaking on the occasion, Hemant Sikka said “At Mahindra FES, our purpose truly drives us, and we take immense pride in fostering an inclusive workplace that empowers our people to reach their fullest potential to achieve that purpose. Japan’s TITP program is a vital channel for realizing this vision. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our program partners, as well as the Governments of India and Japan for their support.”

 Sikka further added, “Through the meticulous selection of our first batch of ten individuals from diverse Mahindra Tractor manufacturing locations, our aim is to bolster their technical expertise and knowledge through invaluable on-the-job internships in Japan. Upon return, these workmen will implement the best Japanese shop floor practices in our plants.”

TITP initiated in 1993, is Japan’s pioneering program aimed at facilitating skills transfer and international cooperation by providing on-the-job training to individuals from developing countries. The program plays a pivotal role in promoting human resource development and fostering economic growth in participating regions.

India’s Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Japan’s Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in October 2017, ushering in a new era of collaboration in the skill development sector between the two nations. Under this program, select candidates from India embark on three-to-five years of internship in Japan, followed by their return to India to apply the acquired skills for the betterment of both countries. In January 2018, MSDE entrusted the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) with the responsibility of overseeing the program.

Workmen will be assigned to Mitsubishi Mahindra

Agrotech, Biofuel industry, Company News, Dairy, India, Live Stock

As per the agreement, in initial phase 4 numbers of Biogas plants will be established in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat by 2025.

Banas Dairy, a prominent name in the dairy industry under the brand of GCMMF-AMUL, has taken a significant step by signing a three-party agreement between Suzuki R&D Centre India Private Limited (SRDI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation in India, and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to establish Animal Dung based Biogas Production Plants.

The contract conclusion ceremony was held at the Embassy of India in Tokyo, Japan, in the presence of His Excellency Sibi George, the Ambassador of India to Japan, along with T Suzuki, President, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, Shankarbhai Chaudhry, Speaker of Gujarat State Assembly & Chairman- Banas Dairy, Meenesh Shah, Chairman- NDDB, Jayen Mehata, Managing Director- GCMMF-Amul and Sangram Chaudhary, Managing Director- Banas dairy.

This meaningful collaboration began when Banas Dairy signed an MoU with Suzuki and NDDB in December 2022. This project is focused on making India cleaner and helping farmers earn additional income from by-products of their animal husbandry business. This cleaner energy of Bio CNG can be further utilized for production of Green Hydrogen as well as Liquid Bio Methane (LBM) as a green energy sources.

As per the agreement, in initial phase 4 numbers of Biogas plants will be established in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat by 2025. This numbers of plants can be further increased as per mutual agreement of all parties. These plants will play a crucial role in reducing pollution and preserving our environment and also generate green and clean energy, with a total investment of approximately Rs 230 Crores. Additionally, biogas filling stations will be set up alongside each plant to distribute fuel for CNG vehicles, and organic fertilizer production facilities will be established to promote Organic Farming.

Shankar Chaudhry, Chairman of Banas Dairy, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “This project is a testament to the vision of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is guiding us to create a greener India and provide our farmers with additional income opportunities with Net Zero Carbon Neutrality and promoting circular economy. These projects are an initial step to make Banaskantha district, an organic district and energy self-reliant district. We are proud to be part of this important journey.”

As per the agreement, in initial phase

Japan, Sustainability, Water

The project will rehabilitate the existing Nurgal irrigation canal in Kunar province, improving both the quantity and reliability of irrigation water for agricultural production

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in partnership with the Government of Japan has launched a four–year project that aims to increase the amount of irrigated land, boost local food production and strengthen the food security and livelihood resilience of more than 12 600 vulnerable people in the Kunar province of eastern Afghanistan.

Facilitated by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the $9.5 million project will also provide direct environmental benefits to local communities, helping to protect fragile rangelands and recharge vital groundwater resources, which are particularly important in the context of the increasing impacts of the climate change.

Access to water is critical in Afghanistan, a country where more than 70 per cent of food production depends on irrigation.

The project will rehabilitate the existing Nurgal irrigation canal in Kunar province, improving both the quantity and reliability of irrigation water for agricultural production and increasing the total command area – the agricultural land irrigated by the canal – by 70 hectares to a total of 643 hectares, leading to both increases in overall agricultural production and increases in productivity of at least 12 per cent.  Importantly, the project will enable poor food insecure rural households to plant two crops a year, rather than just a single wheat crop, boosting incomes, resilience and food security. 

The project will also deliver benefits to communities, helping to protect more than 2,000 hectares of fragile rangelands through improved and adapted plant varieties.  The project builds on and enhances the Green Ground Project initiated in 2003 by Tetsu Nakamura and Peace (Japan) Medical Services (PMS) to build irrigation systems in the Kunar River Basin. By 2023, the PMS project will have transformed 23,800 hectares of abandoned arid farmlands back into green fields. Over 650,000 people have benefitted from this project.  

The project will rehabilitate the existing Nurgal

Environment, Nature, Sustainability, World

The Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) are communities which base their livelihoods and food security on their close relationship with their surroundings

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) awarded certificates to 24 new Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) sites.

The 24 sites, which have been designated by FAO since the last ceremony in 2018, are located in 12 countries, including Brazil, China, Spain, Ecuador, Iran, Italy, Japan, South Korea, and Morocco.

At the award ceremony, which also marked the International Day for Biological Diversity, Qu Dongyu, FAO Director-General said that many of the GIAHS had become reservoirs of biological diversity.

“In the context of agri-food systems and rural areas, we need to consider the combined conservation of biodiversity and food diversity. This is the most pragmatic way to raise public awareness of biodiversity.

“Agricultural heritage systems showcase practices that offer solutions to climate change and biodiversity loss, in particular at the local level,” he said.

The Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) are communities which base their livelihoods and food security on their close relationship with their surroundings.

24 new Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) sites are:

Brazil: Traditional Agricultural System in the Southern Espinhaço Range, Minas Gerais.

China: Shexian Dryland Stone Terraced System; Anxi Tieguanyin Tea Culture System; Ar Horqin Grassland Nomadic System in Inner Mongolia; Qingyuan Forest-Mushroom Co-culture System in Zhejiang Province.

Ecuador: Andean chakra: An Ancestral Agricultural System of Kichwas Cotacachi Communities; Amazonian Chakra, a traditional agroforestry system managed by Indigenous communities in Napo province.

Iran: Qanat-based Saffron Farming System in Gonabad; Grape Production System in Jowzan Valley

Italy: Soave Traditional Vineyards; Olive groves of the slopes between Assisi and Spoleto

Japan: Biwa lake to land integrated system; Fruit Cultivation System in Kyoutou Region, Yamanashi.

Republic of Korea: Geumsan Traditional Ginseng Agricultural System; Damyang Bamboo Field Agriculture System.

Mexico: Ich Kool: Mayan milpa of the Yucatan peninsula.  

Morocco: Argan-based agro-sylva-pastoral system within the area of Ait Souab-Ait Mansour; The Ksour of Figuig: Oasis and Pastoral Culture Around the Social Management of Water and Land.

Spain: Agricultural System Ancient Olive Trees Territorio Sénia; Historical Irrigation System at l’Horta de València; Agrosilvopastoral system Mountains of León;

Thailand: Thale Noi Wetland Pastoral Buffalo Agro-ecosystem

Tunisia: Hanging Gardens from Djebba El Olia; Ramli Agricultural System in the Lagoons of Ghar El Melh.

 GIAHS, a flagship program of FAO, was established in 2002 to identify and protect important agricultural heritage sites and their associated biodiversity, landscapes, knowledge systems, and cultures. This network currently consists of 74 systems across the world, according to the FAO. 

The Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)

Acquaculture, Europe, Japan, Sustainability, Trade, World

North America, Europe, and Japan have confirmed their participation

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP) are hosting ASC Shrimp Summit on June 12-14, 2023. This year, shrimp buyers from all three major and promising export markets of Ecuador – North America, Europe, and Japan – have confirmed their participation.

“Connecting the marketplace to the producers is a vital part of our work at ASC in promoting ASC-certified shrimp and demonstrating how responsible aquaculture production works. We are very excited to bring major retailers from Japan to Ecuador, which is an important supplier to this market for high-quality shrimp,” Koji Yamamoto, ASC General Manager in Japan, said.

“In the previous edition of the ASC Shrimp Summit, our esteemed North American guests explored the world of Ecuadorian shrimp. They experienced the commitments of SSP producers that embrace the best practices with the highest quality and social and environmental responsibility, complying with ASC label requirements, and with a special focus on zero use of antibiotics, neutral impact on water and full traceability. Their findings confirmed why Ecuador is the leading producer and exporter of shrimp in the world. This year, we are excited to expand this encounter to Europe and Asia, enabling more representatives from our three main markets to witness firsthand the exceptional efforts of our industry,” Pamela Nath, Director of the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership, said.

Ecuador is the world’s leading shrimp producer and exporter of Pacific white shrimp (P. vannamei), supplying all major shrimp markets such as Europe, China and the US. In 2022, Ecuador exported more than 1 million MT of shrimp, reaching 66 countries, and adding $6.7 billion in exports. Ecuador also accounts for approximately 40 per cent of available ASC-certified shrimp in the world.

A packed and exciting agenda awaits the participants of the ASC Shrimp Summit in Guayaquil. During the visit, participants will tour ASC-certified farms and processing plants to see firsthand what responsible aquaculture production looks like. The tour also includes a visit to a feed mill, an important aspect of responsible seafood farming, which is now covered by the ASC Feed Standard.

North America, Europe, and Japan have confirmed

Agrotech, Japan

The COE on CSA will start its activities from April 2023 which includes implementing climate-change mitigation and adaptation technologies.

In efforts to enhance agricultural productivity, improve farmers’ profits, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the sector regionwide, the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) announced the designation of the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO) of Japan as its new Center of Excellence on Climate-smart Agriculture (COE on CSA). This is a result of the long-term partnership between the two institutions in disseminating know-how in the focus area of the new COE.

The COE on CSA will start its activities from April 2023, including a need and readiness assessment of APO members for implementing climate-change mitigation and adaptation technologies, two international conferences on CSA and other COE focus areas, and pilot projects to apply technologies developed by the COE on CSA starting from 2024 as well as seminars, study missions, workshops, and on-site training for customizing the know-how to meet local needs in APO members.

The COE on CSA may provide technical knowledge and skills such as technologies to reduce methane emissions from paddy fields; agricultural weather data systems for rice, wheat, and soybean production; web-based soil carbon sequestration visualization tool for greenhouse gas reduction in various crops such as rice, wheat, and soybean.

The agriculture sector is crucial in most APO members and essential for global food security. However, it is also a significant contributor to GHG emissions and is vulnerable to climate change. Droughts, floods, and extreme weather events may cause food scarcity. GHG emissions due agriculture, livestock operations, and land use are estimated to account for 24 per cent of the global total. The introduction of climate-friendly agricultural practices combined with the adoption of smart technologies can bring multiple benefits in the form of higher productivity, increased agricultural and food production, and reduced GHG emissions.

The APO COE Program showcases excellence in specific productivity fields to promote the adoption of the know-how and best practices of one member by others while adapting them to suit local contexts. The COE on CSA will focus on the deployment of climate change mitigation and adaptation technologies, know-how, and frameworks for low-carbon rice, wheat, and soybean production as staple foods in the Asia-Pacific. Specific focus areas will be sharing technical knowledge and methods to reduce methane emissions from paddy fields; adoption of agricultural weather data systems for rice, wheat, and soybean production; web-based soil carbon sequestration visualization tools for GHG reductions in various crops such as rice, wheat, and soybean; application of biochar and development of carbon credit methodologies; and water management practices in rice cultivation and treatment of livestock waste.

The COE on CSA will start its

Acquaculture, Animal Health, India, Sustainability

The Mangrol facility has three production lines with a production capacity of 50,000 metric tonnes per annum

Skretting – Nutreco’s global aquafeed division- has opened a state-of-the-art production facility for shrimp and fish feed in Mangrol, Surat. The newly set up high-end facility is part of Skretting’s commitment towards the Indian aquaculture sector and its strategy to further develop in Asia.

The facility was inaugurated by Dr Sanjeev Balyan, Minister of State of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. Michiel van Erkel, Agriculture Counsellor for India and Sri Lanka, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands was also present at the opening. Spread over an area of 20,000 sq mt and built with an investment of EUR 18.5 million, the facility will cater to both shrimp and fish cultures. The shrimp cultures will include white tiger and black tiger, while fish cultures will include Indian major carps, and high-value fish like snakehead and seabass, among others.

The Mangrol facility has three production lines with a production capacity of 50,000 metric tonnes per annum. It can produce both extruded/floating and pelleted/sinking feed as per the requirement of the species and customers. There is also adequate land and infrastructure available to increase production capacity in the future.

“We have been meeting the needs of shrimp hatcheries, nurseries, and farmers since 2018 in India, and supporting customers across feed-farm-health with our high-quality feed and services. The new facility enables us to contribute our bit to the prestigious Atmanirbhar Bharat – Make in India initiative, while simultaneously improving the efficiencies for a closer connection with our customers.  We will cater to the domestic market and also customers in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and The Middle East,” said Dr Saurabh Shekhar, General Manager – Nutreco South Asia.

“The factory is key to achieving our purpose of Feeding the Future in growth territories of Asia and India.  We already have plants in Vietnam, Japan, China, and Indonesia to strengthen our presence in Asia and establishing a state-of-the-art production facility at Mangrol, Surat reinforces our commitment to South Asia and Indian markets.  Construction of the factory started in September 2020, and the work was completed in just over two years despite the various challenges posed by the Covid pandemic. The facility has also generated local employment opportunities with 120 employees. This is just the beginning in our journey to gain a stronger foothold here,” said, Jurriën Zandbergen, Managing Director, Nutreco Asia.

The Mangrol facility has three production lines

Agrotech, Company News, Japan, Trade

With this acquisition, Sumitomo aims to expand the operation’s sales territory in Brazil and achieve further business growth by linking Agro Amazonia’s extensive product portfolio

Japan based Sumitomo Corporation has reached an agreement with shareholders of Nativa Agronegócios & Representações LTDA. and Nativa Agrícola e Representação LTDA. (collectively, “Nativa”), an agricultural supplies distributor in southeastern Brazil, to acquire all shares of Nativa to make it a wholly owned subsidiary. The acquisition is through Agro Amazonia Produtos Agropecuários S.A., a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation and is scheduled to be completed by the end of the 2022 fiscal year once necessary approvals from relevant authorities are obtained.

With this acquisition, Sumitomo Corporation aims to expand the operation’s sales territory in Brazil and achieve further business growth by linking Agro Amazonia’s extensive product portfolio based on its strong relationships with agrochemical suppliers with Nativa’s fertilizer development and manufacturing capabilities and new customer segments.

In its medium-term management plan “SHIFT 2023”, Sumitomo Corporation has positioned agriculture as one of its next-generation growth fields and “Agricultural Input & Service” as a steady business growth category. In the agrochemicals field, Sumitomo Corporation started its agrochemical export business in the 1970s and currently operates an import and wholesale business in 37 countries overseas. In Europe, the company has expanded its value chain by acquiring agricultural supplies distributors. In the fertilizer field, since starting the fertilizer raw material import/export business in the 1950s, Sumitomo has built an integrated business base from importing fertilizer raw materials to manufacturers and selling direct to farmers, mainly in Japan and the Asia-Oceania region.

Established in 2000, Nativa is an agricultural supplies distributor with eight locations and a fertilizer manufacturing facility in the state of Minas Gerais, located in southeastern Brazil. In addition to soybeans and corn, the state of Minas Gerais is a region where coffee, fruit tree, and vegetable cultivation and seed production are thriving, especially among small and medium-sized farmers.

Agro Amazonia has been in business since in 1983 and is one of the largest agricultural supplies distributors in the Midwest of Brazil, operating 50 outlets in eight Brazilian states, mainly in the Mato Grosso region. Sumitomo Corporation acquired full ownership of the company in 2018 and has since contributed to the expansion of Agro Amazonia’s business by leveraging its financing, procurement, and business management expertise.

With this acquisition, Sumitomo aims to expand

Cold Storage, Company News, Supply Chain

ISE Foods, is bringing “ISE Integration System” to produce Japanese standard hygienic and nutritious eggs indigenously in Punjab for Indian people

Japan’s largest and world’s 5th largest egg producer, ISE Foods Inc, has launched the production and sales of its quality eggs, ISE Egg Premium, in India through ISE-Suzuki Egg India Private Limited, its Indian subsidiary, from June 27, 2022. ISE Foods, is bringing “ISE Integration System” to produce Japanese standard hygienic and nutritious eggs indigenously in Punjab for Indian people.

ISE Foods Inc has established “ISE Integration System” for over 6 decades which is a complete ecosystem to produce hygienic, nutritious, and fresh eggs in Japan: It boasts strict hygienic standards and operation in a temperature-controlled environment.

ISE Foods now has transferred its technology and know-how to India.

Fresh ISE Egg Premium will be sold at chilled shelves of selected stores in Chandigarh and Delhi, NCR for the first time in India. Ise Egg Premium has full traceability via its ERP system.

ISE Egg is a pioneer and a game-changer for egg hygiene and safety in the Indian market and revolutionises to take a step toward the brand’s aim of advancing and building India’s cold chain system to make the Ise eggs first such high quality, fresh, and safe eggs for Indian consumers.

“We want our safe eggs to be eaten by your beloved ones,” says Mitsuko Takahashi, COO of ISE-Suzuki Egg India. “It is the 70th anniversary of the India-Japan diplomatic relationship this year. How appropriate and symbolic it is that Japanese technology is transferred and is helping boost made in India collaboratively,” remarks Mitsuko Takahashi.

ISE Foods, is bringing “ISE Integration System” to

Agrotech, Trade

The company is now fully prepared to remain ahead of the competition market and expand its compact tractor range with launch of 3 new models in up to 30 HP segment in Turkey

Solis Yanmar, the flagship brand of International Tractors Limited, has been significantly expanding its market presence not just in India but across the globe. The company is now fully prepared to remain ahead of the competition market and expand its compact tractor range with launch of 3 new models in up to 30 HP segment in Turkey. Equipped with proven Japanese technologies, the tractors will further raise performance bar in the local tractor market. The company also recently unveiled the Solis 75 HP CRDi tractor in the Izmir & Konya National fairs held in February & March 2022 respectively.

Solis Yanmar has a strong product offering in less than 100 HP segment with more than 10 models and 20+ variants for the Agricultural & Compact tractor category. Solis Yanmar has established a robust presence in entire Turkish market with 50+ dealerships & close to 100 sales points across the country. The company also has 200+ dedicated service centres linked to these dealers to serve its end customers.

Sharing his thoughts on the growing market performance, Raman Mittal, Joint Managing Director, Solis Yanmar, said, “We feel delighted to share that we are the fastest growing tractor brand in Turkey while strongly holding No 1 tractor exports brand position. The Turkish market has a huge demand for tractors between 30-90 HP making our Solis 50 & Solis 90 to be the star products for us. Our S26 model has 88 per cent market share in calendar year of 2021 and overall we have captured 8 per cent market share in Turkey. We also recently unveiled the 75 HP CRDi tractor in the Izmir & Konya National fairs held in February & March 2022 respectively which was much appreciated. We are now expanding our compact tractor range in up to 30 HP with launch of 3 new models with Japanese technologies to address the niche segment and take Turkish tractor market by a storm.”

The company is now fully prepared to