Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) has upgraded its layer chicken complex in Chanthaburi province to a 100% Renewable Energy (RE100) model farm, reinforcing its commitment to achieving Net-Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. As climate change continues to present global challenges, CP Foods is accelerating its transition to renewable energy across all production processes—Feed, Farm, and Food—under its Agri-Tech strategy. The company’s RE100 initiative is a key pillar … [Read more...] about CP Foods develops Thailand’s first 100% renewable energy farm to drive Net-Zero 2050 commitment
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Grow Asia opens a new call for innovators to advance digital agtech for climate-resilient agriculture in the Philippines
The Grow Asia Innovation Challenge 2025 is open! Following the success of the 2024 Innovation Challenge that focused on rice, Grow Asia is launching its 2025 Challenge in the Philippines. The Grow Asia Innovation Challenge provides a catalytic launch pad for founders of climate-smart agri-tech solutions by matching them with mentors and partners who can accelerate their go-to-market journey and advance the transformation toward more climate-resilient agriculture in Southeast Asia. The … [Read more...] about Grow Asia opens a new call for innovators to advance digital agtech for climate-resilient agriculture in the Philippines
A new era of rice farming in Thailand: Beyond traditional practices
By Cath Isabedra Thailand's rice industry, long synonymous with high yields and export dominance, is undergoing a transformation far beyond traditional cultivation. Today, Thai rice farming is not just about producing multiple rice varieties; it's about pioneering a movement toward self-sufficiency. Farmers are increasingly integrating sustainability and technology to meet the demands of a highly dynamic industry. This evolution is vital as the sector faces unprecedented challenges such … [Read more...] about A new era of rice farming in Thailand: Beyond traditional practices
