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Small-Scale Farmers in Africa to Benefit from New Partnership
Over 350,000 farmers and workers in Kenya are set to benefit from a new partnership signed today between Fairtrade Africa (FTA) and The African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO). The farmers drawn from the coffee, tea and vegetable sectors will be able to fetch better prices from their... - July 28, 2018 - Fairtrade Africa
Fairtrade Rolls Out a 1.1 Million Euro Climate Adaptation Project for Coffee Farmers in Ethiopia
Fairtrade Africa has rolled out Phase 3 of its Climate Academy Project in Ethiopia to increase coffee Small Producer Organisations resilience and adaptive capacity through training and subsequent application of insights, skills and techniques designed to better adapt to climate change. The Climate... - July 25, 2018 - Fairtrade Africa
Bluetector Receives $1.3 Million to Bring Its Manure Solution to Market
Swiss agri-tech company Bluetector has received a total of $ 1.3 million in a Series A financing round. The money came from the company's existing shareholders. Bluetector will use the new funds primarily to to push ahead with its market entry in Germany, which is affected very hard by the manure crisis. - July 22, 2018 - Bluetector
Tarps Now Launches Premium Grade Tarps for Farming
Tarps Now® Expands Its Product Roster to Include High Grade Tarps for Hay Farming - June 29, 2018 - Tarps Now
Deborah A. Haydon Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Deborah A. Haydon of Lancaster, Virginia has been honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 25 years in the food industry. About Deborah A. Haydon Deborah Haydon is a... - June 20, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Farm-Tech Expo Kenya is Launched in Naivasha by Award-Winning Event Organisers Spintelligent
The inaugural Farm-Tech Expo Kenya outdoor farming expo is taking place at the host partner KALRO in Naivasha in the Rift Valley from 12-13 September. - June 20, 2018 - Farm-Tech Expo Kenya
Washington Dairy Wins National Sustainability Award
Organix, Inc. of Walla Walla, Washington announced today that Royal Dairy of Royal City, Washington has won the National “Outstanding Dairy Farm Sustainability Award.” The dairy earned the award due to the installation and implementation of a BioFiltro BIDA® water treatment system. - May 21, 2018 - Organix, Inc.
Eric Ellsworth Joins the Air Hydro Power Sales Team
Eric Ellsworth will now be supporting the Danville, KY area as Air Hydro Power's newest outside sales representative. - May 16, 2018 - Air Hydro Power, Inc.
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Chosen as the Biography of the Month by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been chosen as the Biography of the Month for November 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of real estate, agriculture, investments and self storage. About Darcy L. - April 20, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Growmor Signs Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Sun State Organics
Growmor signs exclusive distribution agreement for the Sun State Organic Vertical Growing System. The system is Agri Ability certified and grows food from waste organics through composting and vermiculture. The company trains people with special needs and grows food for high end restaurants in South Florida. - April 10, 2018 - Growmor
Next Generation In-Home Robotic Gardening System, Herbot, Now Available on Kickstarter
Entrepreneurs from University of Washington's Global Innovation Exchange Unveil the World's First Artificial Intelligent Indoor Home Garden. - April 07, 2018 - farm 4.0
Zambian President Lungu Officially Opens Agritech Expo Zambia Next Week as ZNFU Celebrates 5th Edition of Iconic Event
The Zambian President, H.E. Edgar Lungu, will attend the official opening of the Agritech Expo Zambia outdoor farming exhibition that returns for the fifth time to Chisamba from 12-14 April. The event is expected to attract more than 22-thousand visitors this year and will feature some 270 local... - April 07, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Agritech Expo Zambia Partners with Well-Known Online Agri Community: Small Scale Farmers Facebook Group
The active online agri community called the Small Scale Farmers – Farming as a Business - on Facebook will have a strong presence as official partners of the upcoming Agritech Expo Zambia in Chisamba this year. The outdoor farming exhibition returns for the fifth time to Chisamba from 12-14... - April 01, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Florida Company on a Triple Bottom Line Social Impact Mission in Agriculture
Growmor, LLC is a newly formed sustainable agriculture and education company in Florida on a social impact mission. Not only does Growmor seek to bring flavor and variety back into your diet they also seek to empower the under-utilized through Agrication - agricultural education. They say their... - March 28, 2018 - Growmor
Latest Livestock Services, Farming Innovations and Skills Training at Agritech Expo Zambia in Chisamba in April
A strong focus on livestock, live equipment demonstrations, nethouse and aquaculture showcases and free AgriTEACH interactive training workshops are just some of the exciting, new features that will be available to experience to the more than 22 000 visitors that are expected at the fifth Agritech Expo Zambia exhibition at Chisamba from 12-14 April 2018. - March 22, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Zephyr Foods Secures $1.5 Million in Seed Funding
Zephyr Foods, LLC, a Fayetteville, Arkansas based start-up, announced today it has closed its seed-funding round. The company raised more than $1.5 million to expand product development and accelerate its direct-to-consumer initiative. - March 08, 2018 - Zephyr Foods
Agritech Expo Zambia Partner Musika Says E-FISP Initiative is a Prime Example of Zambian Government and Agri Working Together
“There are very positive steps being taken by the Zambian government to promote the agricultural market, with lower barriers to export and minimal intervention in the grain markets in 2017 and intentions to use market mechanisms to manage grain stocks in the future, are all welcome and must... - March 03, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Central Coast Garden & Farm Supply Now Carries Premier Coir Brand: King Coco
New product hitting the shelves: Growers are going to be excited to hear that Central Coast Garden and Farm Supply is now carrying King Coco PURE. - March 02, 2018 - King Coco LLC
International Pavilions at Agritech Expo Zambia Confirm Zambia’s Agri Potential for Global Suppliers
The Finland and Germany country pavilions are amongst several international pavilions at the upcoming, multi-award winning Agritech Expo Zambia, returning to Chisamba from 12-14 April for the fifth time. - February 24, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Agricolus Essential, the Platform for Precision Agriculture is Now Available
Make the right decision at the right time. Agricolture has never been smarter. The web platform for the farmers of the future launched by an Italian company. - February 23, 2018 - Agricolus s.r.l.
Collaborative Technologies Announce Sales and Efforts on Climate Change
Collaborative Technologies LLC announced the signing of a sales agreement for 3 of for its revolutionary Transonic Reaction Mill systems (TRM) and aggressive implementation of renewable energy utilization. - February 21, 2018 - Collaborative Technologies LLC
Agritech Expo Zambia Wins Third Prestigious AAXO ROAR Trade & Consumer Exhibition Award
The iconic farming expo in Chisamba, Agritech Expo Zambia, won its third AAXO ROAR* Award in Johannesburg earlier this month. The ROAR* Awards honoured excellence in the exhibition and events industry on the continent during 2017. The awards are organised by the Association of African Exhibition... - February 10, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Ron Zemp & Jennifer Zemp's Longevity Medical Group Invest in a Avocado Plantation in Panama
Ron Zemp sized up the risks for this investment and dove in! Ron Zemp says, "Of course, no investment comes without risk, but the sales risk is very low for the harvested produce." - February 09, 2018 - Ron Zemp's Longevity Medical Group
Hawaii Entrepreneur Aims to Trim Time, Pain from Plant Work with Innovative Garden Tool
Herbavore Tools is looking to change the landscape of gardening tools: first, with its of pair of adjustable-handled scissors, and then again, with its pair of smart scissors. Rob Saito, founder, CEO and horticulturist, sprouted the idea for new invention while working at a plant nursery on his... - February 06, 2018 - HerbavoreTools
Calling All Farmers for the Fifth Agritech Expo Zambia in Chisamba in April
“Agritech Expo Zambia has been embraced by the farming community and every year we look forward to bringing new features, new technologies, more country pavilions and more free training and knowledge sharing to add value to each and every farmer’s operation,” says Emmanuelle... - February 04, 2018 - Agritech Expo Zambia
Diagnostic Lab Corporation, Inc. Expands Advisory Board Appointing Michael Ray Figler
Diagnostic Lab Corporation, Inc. (“DLC”) (http://www.diagnosticlabcorp.com) a leader in Food and Agricultural Safety, announced today that Michael Ray Figler has joined the company to further develop DLC’s strategic position in Innovation and Technology. Mr. Figler comes with a... - January 24, 2018 - Diagnostic Lab Corporation, Inc.
The Hydroponic Oxygen System "Kana-Chan" is Now Launching on Kickstarter
Not only leafy vegetables but also large vegetables and fruits can be easily cultivated at home with this hydroponic oxygen system. Anyone can harvest 3-4 times more than soil cultivation, and the growth speed is 1.5 to 2 times faster. - January 23, 2018 - Versailles Trading Corporation
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Honored as a Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been honored as a Top Executive for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of real estate, agriculture, investments and self storage. About Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Ms. - January 12, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Campaign to Draft Andrew McCabe for Congress Launches Today
A former Obama Administration official announced today the launch of a campaign to draft Andrew McCabe for the Democratic Party nomination for Virginia’s 10th Congressional District, the seat currently held by GOP Representative Barbara Comstock. - January 03, 2018 - Draft Andrew McCabe for Congress Committee
Harris Seeds Publishes the 2017- 2018 Vegetable & Cut Flower Growers Catalog
Harris Seeds has published their 2017-2018 Vegetable & Cut Flower Growers Catalog. This 178-page, full color catalog features new vegetable seed varieties for 2018 as well as long-standing favorites for vegetable growers and cut flower growers nationwide. New and exciting vegetables for 2018... - December 17, 2017 - Harris Seeds
DOT Consortium Inc. Announces Changes to the U.S Department of Transportation DOT Drug Test, Effective January 1st, 2018
DOT Consortium, one of the leading providers for DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Nationwide has modified its 5-panel DOT Drug Test to now include Hydromorphone, Oxymorphone, Oxycodone in addition to Amphetamines, Cocaine, Marijuana, MDA, PCP, and Opiates in accordance with the new DOT Drug Testing Amended Regulation. - December 07, 2017 - DOT Consortium
Exciting Agri Invasion Expected When Agribusiness Congress East Africa Comes to Uganda Next Week
Some 2000 agri professionals are expected to descend on the National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) in Namulonge from 29-30 November for the Agribusiness Congress East Africa conference and outdoor exhibition. Uganda’s Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry & Fisheries, the... - November 26, 2017 - Agribusiness Congress East Africa
COMESA-ACTESA Partner with Agribusiness Congress East Africa, Agritech Expo Zambia and Farm-Tech Expo Kenya
COMESA-ACTESA have entered into a five-year partnership with the Agribusiness Congress East Africa, taking place from 29-30 November at the National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) in Namulonge, Uganda. - November 18, 2017 - Agribusiness Congress East Africa
Public Interest Group Calls on Trump to Pardon the Innocents (Turkeys)
The Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) calls on President Trump and others to pardon the innocents, particularly the turkeys, for this Thanksgiving observance. The organization will deliver this message on Monday, November 20 through Wednesday, November 22, with a rolling billboard touring downtown... - November 17, 2017 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Local Flower Farm Donates Thousands of Pink Gerbera Daisies to Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day Participants
On Saturday, November 18th, during the Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day, Dramm & Echter, a locally owned flower farm in Encinitas, CA, will hand out beautiful, pink Gerbera daisies to thousands of Komen San Diego 3-Day participants. According to Amber Livingston, Susan G. Komen 3-Day Specialist,... - November 16, 2017 - Dramm & Echter
Golden Software Releases Surfer with 3D Viewer, Point Cloud Layer for LiDAR Data Processing, and Base Map Symbology
Latest Version Includes 3D Viewer, Point Cloud Layer for LiDAR Data Processing, Base Map Symbology, Multithreaded Gridding and Color Relief Generation, and Streamlined Workflows. - November 15, 2017 - Golden Software, LLC
Polylast Bunker Liner Expands Distribution to the United Kingdom
Bunker liner Manufacturer, Polylast Systems to distribute to United Kingdom. - November 15, 2017 - Polylast Systems, LLC
Carol Platt Joins the Team at Crosby & Associates as It Expands to a New Location in Osceola County
Crosby & Associates, Inc. headquartered in Winter Haven, FL is searching for a suitable location for an additional office in Osceola county. Former teammate and Broker Associate Carol Platt, RCE, CRB, AHWD, E-Pro is returning to the firm and will be the Broker for Crosby’s new office. She... - October 23, 2017 - Crosby & Associates, Inc.
East Africa’s Agri Potential: The New Frontier for Food and Grain Production
Mr Chris Kaijuka, chairman of The Grain Council of Uganda (TGCU) is a featured speaker at the upcoming Agribusiness Congress East Africa in Namulonge in November. - October 22, 2017 - Agribusiness Congress East Africa
Hurricane Harvey Food Relief Efforts Get a Much Needed Boost from "Feeding Texas" Organic Growers
Organic Growers Across from California, Oregon, and Arizona send truckloads of organic food to Victoria and Corpus Christi Texas into Feeding America, Feeding Texas food banks, and disaster zones. - October 16, 2017 - Wholesome Harvest
Agribusiness Congress East Africa Returns to Kampala in November as a Full Expo, Reflecting the Burgeoning Agri Industry
Leading regional farming event Agribusiness Congress East Africa returns to Kampala from 29-30 November as a fully-fledged conference and outdoor exhibition with its move to the National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) in Namulonge. Apart from the high-level conference with high-level... - September 27, 2017 - Agribusiness Congress East Africa
Russell IPM's Bio-Rational Program Successfully Managed Fall Army Worm (Spodoptera Frugiperda) in Tanzania
Research by TPRI - Tanzania has shown that a bio-rational programme developed by Russell IPM has controlled Fall armyworm by 95%. Russell IPM's bio-rational program proved to manage Fall Army worm (Spodoptera frugiperda) in Tanzania successfully — reducing damage in winter maize to less than... - September 21, 2017 - Russell IPM Ltd
Innovative Transport Solutions Expands to Include New Freight Loading & Unloading Products That Save Time and Money
Innovative Transport Solutions (ITS), located in Elmhurst, IL near O’Hare International Airport develops and distributes labor and time-saving freight loading and handling products (Mobile Transport Tray, Portable Roller Bed System, Easi-Deck System & Easi-Shipper System). The company also offers a full suite of international and domestic freight services, including Full Truckload (FTL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), rail/intermodal, ocean, trans-loading, cross-border and warehousing. - September 13, 2017 - Innovative Transport Solutions
New Fertilizer Goes Beyond Organic
Improving Sustainable Regenerative Farming Increases Yield While Taking a Bit Out of CO2 - September 11, 2017 - Organic Micro Green, Corporation
Mrs. Akie Abe Joins Food Activists to Discuss Food and Diplomacy in New York
Round table Discussion on Food & Diplomacy with Mrs. Akie Abe as Guest of Honor, followed by Meet & Greet Session and Special Reception. - September 07, 2017 - Santos Marketing Group
21st Glorious Year of Globoil India to be Celebrated in Mumbai from September 14 - 15, 2017
Globoil India, the Premier International Conference on Vegetable Oil, Feed & Feed Ingredients, Oilseeds & Oleochemicals organized by Tefla's is scheduled to be held at Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel, Powai, Mumbai from September 14 - 15, 2017. - September 04, 2017 - Tefla's
Mrs. Akie Abe, the Spouse of Prime Minister of Japan, Joins Academics, Food Activists and Food Industry Experts to Discuss Food and Peace in NYC
Roundtable Discussion on Food & Diplomacy with Mrs. Akie Abe as Guest of Honor, followed by Meet & Greet Session and Special Reception. - August 30, 2017 - Santos Marketing Group
Two Brothers Demonstrate a Profound Sense of Taste; Expand Miracle Fruit Farm Availability
Can their mission to create awareness about the benefits of Miracle Fruit reach those who need it most? - August 16, 2017 - Miracle Fruit Farm
Food Security Issues & Innovations on the Table at September Urban Agri Summit in Johannesburg
Africa's increasing concerns for food security to feed its growing populations and sustain economic development are to be tackled head-on by the region's foremost experts, regulatory authorities and various agriculture industry stakeholders at the Urban Agri Summit 2017 happening on September 7-8... - August 15, 2017 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
YANMAR America Patents New Swivel Seat for SA Series Tractors
YANMAR America is proud to announce that Jarrod Hyder, along with Kazuyuki Kotani of YANMAR Co., Ltd., has received a new United States patent for a “swivel seat” design used on YANMAR’s SA221, SA324 and SA424 tractors. - August 11, 2017 - YANMAR America