Clark Food Hub to Tackle Agricultural Storage and Logistics Issues

Clark Food Hub to Tackle Agricultural Storage and Logistics Issues

A new National Food Hub is set to rise in Clark, aiming to become the Philippines’ largest agro-logistics facility. The PHP 8.5 million (USD 150,000) project will span 62 hectares within the Clark aviation complex, addressing key challenges in the food supply...
Thailand Emerging as Leader for Plant-based Food

Thailand Emerging as Leader for Plant-based Food

Thailand is positioning itself as a leading global supplier of high-protein plant-based ingredients, reflecting the rising global demand for plant-based foods driven by health, environmental, and animal welfare concerns. The Commerce Ministry, through the Trade Policy...
Evonik Expands Production Capacity for DL-methionine in Singapore

Evonik Expands Production Capacity for DL-methionine in Singapore

Evonik’s recent expansion of its methionine production facility on Jurong Island adds 40,000 tonnes to its annual output, bringing the total capacity to 340,000 tonnes per year. Methionine, a critical protein component in animal feed, plays a key role in supporting...
Singapore Launches Agritech Lab to Boost Local Food Production

Singapore Launches Agritech Lab to Boost Local Food Production

As part of its ambitious goal to produce 30% of its own food by 2030, Singapore has unveiled a cutting-edge Agritech Lab in collaboration with Powerplants Australia and Priva Building Intelligence GmbH, and Republic Polytechnic. This new facility is a hub for the...
Thailand’s Durian Industry Thrives Thanks to Exports to China

Thailand’s Durian Industry Thrives Thanks to Exports to China

Many of Thailand’s durian farmers and exporters have become millionaires by capitalizing on the opportunities presented by China’s demand for the fruit. Apichet Chitfour left his job as a factory technician 29 years ago to invest in a durian business. He now...
Israeli Agritech Firms Keen to Collaborate with the Philippines

Israeli Agritech Firms Keen to Collaborate with the Philippines

Eleven Israeli companies are set to introduce and sell advanced agricultural technologies in the Philippines. The Israel Agricultural-Tech Roadshow in Makati City attracted around 100 local firms and agri-tech startups, showcasing a wide range of innovative solutions....
Indonesia Enters US Seafood Export Quality Assurance Agreement

Indonesia Enters US Seafood Export Quality Assurance Agreement

Indonesia has formalized a regulatory framework for ensuring the quality of seafood products exported to the U.S. Announced by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) last July, the agreement will implement a quality and safety assurance system for marine...