As global water demand rises and infrastructure ages, water loss due to leaks has become unsustainable; up to 30% of treated water is lost worldwide. The EU’s Drinking Water Directive mandates utilities to monitor and reduce leakage, requiring advanc …
We spoke to Datatecnics' Founder and CEO, Suhayl Zulfiquar, to discuss how their advanced solutions are reshaping utility management. Suhayl’s insights not only illuminate the potential of smart technology in predicting network failures and optimisin …
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As climate change intensifies water scarcity around the globe, innovative breakthroughs in material science are offering promising solutions to secure fresh water in even the harshest environments. A recent Newsweek article explores how advanced mate …
Gain insights from James Cooper, Global Director of Water at ARCADIS as he shares an update on recent project developments involving AMP8 targets and supporting water utilities tackle net-zero challenges.
The European Crop Care Association (ECCA) and other groups are pressuring EU policymakers to reform outdated crop protection regulations, specifically EU Regulation 1107/2009, to expedite the approval of biopesticides. While the European Commission plans to propose amendments by Q4 2025, there is concern over fragmented lobbying efforts, but industry leaders like ECCA's Paolo Marchesini emphasize the need for a unified voice to ensure predictable, science-based regulatory frameworks that encourage innovation.
BASF, a pioneer in feed enzymes and the company behind Natuphos - the world’s first commercial phytase launched in 1991 - confirmed it is assessing strategic options for its feed enzymes business within the nutrition and health division.
Experts at a summit discussed the misalignment of traditional venture capital models with the agri-food sector's long innovation timelines, highlighting the need for more patient and flexible funding approaches. While some panellists suggested recalibrating expectations and strategies, others emphasized the importance of customer-centric innovation and government involvement. The consensus was that venture capital alone is insufficient, and a more diversified funding landscape involving government support and strategic partnerships is essential to drive meaningful innovation in agri-food systems.
Dutch animal nutrition group, De Heus, has agreed to acquire 100% of CJ Feed & Care’s operations in Vietnam, Indonesia, South Korea, Cambodia, and the Philippines, in a deal that significantly strengthens its presence across Asia.
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