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
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From heritage to hops: Reviving a historical brewing heritage
By Cath Isabedra Lion Brewery Co's story is one of revival and innovation. Established in 2018 by friends from Singapore and London, the brewery revived a historic brand known for its IPAs in the 1800s. This unique combination of heritage and contemporary brewing techniques has been central to their identity. "We re-established a heritage brewery known for shipping IPAs around the globe throughout the 1800s," says Will Julius, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Lion … [Read more...] about From heritage to hops: Reviving a historical brewing heritage
ofi’s cocoa business ‘raises regenerative agriculture ambition’ with new 2030 targets
ofi (olam food ingredients), a global leader in naturally good food and beverage ingredients and solutions, is further enhancing efforts to tackle deforestation and drive regenerative agriculture by achieving seven landscape partnerships and bringing over a million hectares under regenerative agriculture by 2030. These new targets align with ofi’s company-wide Choices for Change strategy and will be further boosted by the cocoa business’ tree carbon stock target of 15 million trees by … [Read more...] about ofi’s cocoa business ‘raises regenerative agriculture ambition’ with new 2030 targets
