Westfalia Fruit, the leading global avocado supplier, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Founded by the legendary philanthropist and geologist Dr Hans Merensky in 1949, Westfalia continues to stay true to its purpose of Doing Good. Ahead of his time, 75 years ago, Dr Merensky had the foresight to establish the Hans Merensky Trust to ensure that his pioneering spirit and support of local communities would be protected for future generations. From its roots in South Africa, Westfalia … [Read more...] about Westfalia Fruit celebrates 75 years of leading global avocado markets and ‘Doing Good’
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CP Foods’ High-Tech Broiler Farm Praised as Regional Benchmark for Smart Chicken Farming
Thailand's Department of Livestock Development, in collaboration with the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) members, including government officials, lecturers, farmers, and experts from 19 countries, lauded CP Foods' "Kroksomboon" Broiler Farm for its outstanding adoption of smart farming technology. This farm has successfully enhanced productivity using innovative digital solutions while upholding animal welfare standards. The insights and best practices gained will be disseminated to boost … [Read more...] about CP Foods’ High-Tech Broiler Farm Praised as Regional Benchmark for Smart Chicken Farming
CP Foods Bolsters Thai Farming Careers through Contract Farming
Contract farming, an agricultural production and marketing strategy, establishes mutually beneficial partnerships between farmers and sponsors. It enhances farmers' access to cutting-edge technology and new skill development and offers a reliable income by mitigating market volatility through predetermined contract pricing. Since 1975, Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) has pioneered an integrated contract farming model in Thailand through the "Promoting Animal … [Read more...] about CP Foods Bolsters Thai Farming Careers through Contract Farming
