Geneva, Switzerland, 7 February 2024 – The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) announces Golden Agri-Resources (GAR), a leading global agribusiness and palm oil producer, as its newest member to join forces with a global network of 200 businesses committed to accelerating the transition to a more sustainable world. GAR will contribute to the Agriculture & Food Pathway, aiming to enhance collaboration across the sector and support the Equitable Livelihoods … [Read more...] about Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) Joins World Business Council for Sustainable Development
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CP Foods Praises Government for Swift Soybean Meal Import Solution, Commits to Lowering Feed Prices for Farmers
Rewat Hathaisattayapong, Head of Feed Business at Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods), extended his appreciation to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's administration and all stakeholders for their strategic approach in addressing the challenges faced by the feed industry by permitting the import of soybean meal in a timely manner and upholding a two percent import tax. This pivotal decision supports the ongoing development and sustainability of Thailand's livestock sector, … [Read more...] about CP Foods Praises Government for Swift Soybean Meal Import Solution, Commits to Lowering Feed Prices for Farmers
TFMA Advocates for National Implementation of Good Agricultural Practices to Combat PM 2.5 Pollution
The Thai Food Mill Association (TFMA) is advocating for the Thai government to accelerate the implementation of Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) standards nationwide. This move aims to mitigate PM 2.5 pollution levels, following efforts to discourage corn cultivation in forest areas prone to illegal clearing and burning over the last decade. The association has highlighted its members' commitment to policies and systems that ensure the traceability of raw material sourcing, expressing readiness … [Read more...] about TFMA Advocates for National Implementation of Good Agricultural Practices to Combat PM 2.5 Pollution
