Author: Crop Protection
The Hain Celestial Group, a prominent global health and wellness company, has announced a major investment in decarbonisation at its primary UK manufacturing facility in Histon, Cambridgeshire. This significant move is part of the company’s broader Global Impact Strategy, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% across its facilities worldwide by 2030. Histon, a key site for Hain Celestial, produces many of the company’s well-known brands, including Hartley’s® jams and jellies, Robertson’s®, Frank Cooper’s®, Rose’s® marmalades, and Clarks® maple syrup. The site’s latest upgrades are centred around enhancing its environmental sustainability through advanced waste management and energy production…
A mining venture in southwest Norway has achieved a significant milestone, with the Norwegian Government fast-tracking the project to secure essential minerals crucial for various industries, including food security, semiconductors, electric vehicle batteries, green technologies, and defence. The Eigersund Project, spearheaded by Anglo-Norwegian mineral exploration firm Norge Mining, has successfully completed a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) for its first zone, demonstrating the project’s potential viability. The Eigersund Project, located within Norge Mining’s expansive Storeknuten exploration area, represents a major step forward in Europe’s strategy to establish a more secure and integrated supply chain for critical raw materials. The project, which…
Golden Agri-Resources (GAR), a leading global agribusiness and palm oil producer, has announced a significant partnership with Verborg Group, a new entrant in the vegetable oil sector. This strategic collaboration will see GAR become the exclusive supplier of over one million tonnes of tropical oils to Verborg Group over several years. The partnership, which aligns with GAR’s European expansion strategy, is set to enhance the supply of high-quality, responsibly sourced tropical oils in Europe. Under the multi-year agreement, GAR will supply Verborg Group with three key products: Crude Palm Oil (CPO), Crude Palm Kernel Oil (CPKO), and Coconut Oil. The…
Two of South Africa’s largest agricultural producers, the Mahela Group and the ZZ2 Group, are set to embark on an ambitious venture in the Limpopo province, developing a 400-hectare avocado and citrus farming operation. The project, located in Weipe, represents a significant expansion of their existing operations and aims to create substantial job opportunities while increasing their foothold in the global agricultural market. The initiative is bolstered by a non-controlling minority equity investment from AgDevCo, a prominent agricultural investment firm with a focus on sustainable development across Africa. This partnership promises to unlock the region’s potential and contribute to agricultural…
In a bustling corner of Zhenhai District, Ningbo, organic vegetables and fruits are thriving under the care of cutting-edge technology. The Prosperity Fruit and Vegetable Test Demonstration Base, located in the Zhuangshi Subdistrict, is at the forefront of China’s push towards modernising agriculture. This development is being powered by the diligent efforts of the State Grid Zhejiang Electric Power Ningbo Zhenhai District Power Supply Company, which is providing crucial, reliable electricity to fuel the farm’s smart systems. On August 4th, staff from the power company made their latest visit to the farm, offering specialised “one-on-one” services to ensure the smooth…
The cost of potatoes in the UK has surged to its highest level in three decades, with prices expected to exceed £1 per kilogram. Industry experts warn that shortages of popular varieties are likely in the coming months, as a combination of poor weather and delayed planting continues to impact the nation’s potato supply. The UK potato industry, already facing challenges from wet weather over the past 18 months, is now contending with the consequences of what many are calling “spudflation.” With some regions experiencing the wettest conditions since records began in 1836, farmers are grappling with waterlogged fields, leading…
A recent study has unveiled the top dining destinations at Disneyland Paris, highlighting the best and worst-rated restaurants within the theme park. The research, conducted by travel experts at Disneyland Tickets, examined Tripadvisor reviews across all quick service, table service, and buffet restaurants at the park. The results provide a clear guide for food enthusiasts visiting Disneyland Paris, offering a glimpse into where visitors are most and least satisfied with their dining experiences. Downtown Restaurant: Best-Rated Overall Topping the list of the best-rated restaurants is Downtown Restaurant, known for its blend of American-Italian dishes. With 60.5% of its 81 Tripadvisor…
Netmore Group has been selected by Yorkshire Water to spearhead a substantial water meter exchange programme across the Yorkshire region, contingent on final approval from Ofwat, due in December 2024. The agreement marks a significant expansion of Netmore’s role in the UK water sector and underlines Yorkshire Water’s ongoing commitment to enhancing water resource management and customer service. The ambitious programme will see the replacement of 1.3 million existing water meters with Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems, designed to provide improved service, efficiency, and customer support. This initiative aligns with Yorkshire Water’s strategic objectives as outlined in its Water Resources…
Moolec Science SA, a pioneering company in science-based food ingredients, has confirmed the harvest of its genetically engineered products GLASO™ and Piggy Sooy™ in the US, marking significant milestones for the firm. The harvest, set to take place in October 2024, involves two major campaigns. The first, GLASO™, is based in Idaho, where 600 acres of genetically modified safflower have been cultivated. This crop is engineered to produce high levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a beneficial fatty acid. Moolec expects to harvest between 300 to 400 tons of GLA-rich safflower seeds. The company has secured an offtake agreement with a…
Pan Global Resources Inc., a mineral exploration company with operations in Spain’s Iberian Pyrite Belt, has announced a major expansion in the soil geochemistry anomaly at its high-priority Bravo target, located within the company’s 100%-owned Escacena Project. Recent survey results indicate that the area of lead-zinc (Pb-Zn) anomalies has doubled in size, now covering an area of 1.7 km by 1.0 km. This development significantly enhances the potential of the Bravo target as a site for concealed volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS) mineralisation, which is a key focus of Pan Global’s exploration efforts. The expanded anomaly coincides with a robust 2.0…