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🌿 Exciting times at Fazenda Girassol! 🌱 I had the pleasure of visiting with Matthew Jordan and Tiago Laranjeiro to discuss the progress of the ongoing study on carbon credits and explore how they can be applied to our operations. Fazenda Girassol Angola is one of the biggest producers of fruits and vegetables in Angola, and their sustainable farming practices are truly inspiring. We’re looking forward to integrating carbon credits, data analytics, and machine learning to drive even more innovative and eco-friendly solutions. Excited to see how we can make Fazenda Girassol a world leader in sustainable farming! 🌍💡 #CarbonCredits #SustainableFarming #DataAnalytics #MachineLearning #FarmingInnovation #Angola #AgTech #CarbonFootprint

It's been quite a journey :) Many thanks to Ton van der Scheer to write this article in Groenten & Fruit on what #FoodVentures has been doing across the world. We recognize the importance of logical thinking, and a hands-on farming mentality. Although greenhouse farming is high-tech, it still needs a very dedicated and focussed team to make it a profitable business. The whole AgTech balloon has burst, and it's our job to make sure that we proof profitability in farms using Dutch technology world wide. Those who follow us know our opinions on the empty AgTech promises. So better to put your money where your mouth is. From #Ukraine, to #Scandinavia and the #USA: we have proven that sustainably and profitable feeding the globe using Dutch greenhouse technology is possible. Some of the examples are described in the attached article in Dutch.

🚜💚 Transforming Manure into Value: The ManuREfinery Project 🌱💡 Did you know that billions of tonnes of livestock manure are produced every year in Europe? While essential for the rural economy, its environmental impact is a serious challenge. That’s where ManuREfinery steps in! Our project is revolutionizing the way we see manure—turning it into a valuable resource rather than a waste product. By developing smart, modular, and mobile biorefineries, we’re converting livestock manure into high-quality bio-based feed and fertilizers. 🌾🐄 🔧 What sets us apart? • Innovative technology for advanced thermo- and bio-chemical manure conversion. • Digital twin and data science for decision-making, optimization, and scalability. • Focus on environmental sustainability and circularity. Our solution will be demonstrated on farms across Romania, Spain, and Slovenia, creating new value chains and boosting social acceptance of sustainable practices. Follow us on this journey toward a greener and more sustainable bioeconomy! 🌍✨ #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Livestock

⭐ We are proud to announce a new step forward in providing farmers with tools that deliver a complete picture of the condition and fertility of their soil. Beginning this year, FarmTech will be offering #BIOTREX technology to farmers and performing soil microbial analysis at its laboratory in Opole, Poland. The FarmTech team comprises skilled specialists who assist farmers with precision farming solutions. Using their high-tech laboratory, they interpret and advise farmers on precision fertilisation and strategic crop planning, based on in-depth soil analysis of nutrients and organic carbon levels. FarmTech was created in 2023, however, its' experience and resources are rooted in the Top Farms Group, one of Poland's largest and best managed agribusinesses with a 25-year market presence. 🌱 The #BIOTREX technology provides an insight into the performance and functional diversity of #soilmicrobes, which determine the proper cycling of nutrients and the overall resilience of the ecosystem. Knowledge of the biological condition of the soil, backed up by the results of in-depth chemical analysis, gives farmers full insight into the condition of the soil and supports decision-making. 🤝 BIOTREX and FarmTech have formed a partnership based on a shared vision of modern farming. This vision is founded on reliable data, economic viability, and a sense of responsibility towards nature. With such a great start to the year, we are eager to see the fruitful results that this year will bring! #soilhealth #regenerativeagriculture #soilanalysis

Over the past few days, our team has been on the move, onboarding new customers, including crop input manufacturers and ag retailers, across the agricultural heartlands of Brazil : Cuiaba (Mato Grosso), Goiânia (Goiás), and Maringá (Paraná). These regions are among the largest and most innovative in the global agriculture sector. 🚀 We are thrilled to enter this next phase of growth in Ukko Agro Inc.'s journey🚀 . A heartfelt thank you to our customers in Brazil for partnering with us to bring Ukko’s ForeSite platform to the forefront of the agriculture industry in 🇧🇷 . ForeSite is a highly innovative customer engagement platform powered by cutting-edge predictive analytics and machine learning. It is designed to enable farmers and their trusted advisors to plan and optimize their farming operations, ensuring successful crop outcomes. By harnessing the power of ForeSite, our customers can make data-driven decisions that enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and grow with the success of our customers! #Agriculture #Innovation #Growth #UkkoAgro #Brazil #ForeSite #AgTech #Farming #Sustainability #PredictiveAnalytics #MachineLearning #Grand River Agricultural Society

Did you hear our news? Earlier this week, we were proud to announce that Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team is purchasing credits from one of our flagship portfolio projects, Blaston Regenerative Farming. Owned by Hylton Murray Philipson, the Leicestershire-based farm uses regenerative methods such as direct drilling of arable crops, continuous soil cover, diverse crop rotations and integrated livestock grazing to help the soil capture and store more carbon from the atmosphere. The Formula One team has invested in a variety of carbon projects to support its 2030 and 2040 emission reduction targets. It said: “We are purchasing nature-based carbon removal credits from Respira International to compensate for residual carbon emissions in our footprint today. Here, we’re not just capturing carbon; we’re enhancing soil health, boosting crop productivity, nurturing biodiversity and empowering farmers with new revenue opportunities.” Read more on our blog here >> https://lnkd.in/e73mr9Gj #NatureBasedSolutions #EmissionReduction #SoilCarbon

Optimizing Agriculture with Plant-O-Meter Technology! Exciting news from the field! We’re thrilled to share the results of a recent test conducted on maize crop in Spain, comparing traditional fertilizer application method with the Plant-O-Meter technology. In collaboration with EIT Food and Fresnillo Sociedad Cooperativa, we conducted side-by-side field trial. One part of the field was treated conventionally, while the other part benefited from the precision of Plant-O-Meter technology. We achieved the same yield on both parts of the field. However, by utilizing Plant-O-Meter technology, we were able to achieve this yield with a remarkable 13% reduction in fertilizer usage for side dressing. This outcome underscores the potential of Plant-O-Meter in optimizing fertilizer application, reducing costs, and promoting sustainable agriculture practices. We’re grateful for the support of EIT Food and Fresnillo Sociedad Cooperativa in this endeavor. Let's continue pushing the boundaries of precision farming and sustainable agriculture together! Connect with us to learn more about this experiment and explore opportunities for collaboration. #PrecisionFarming #AgricultureInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #PlantOMeter #EITFood #FresnilloSociedadCooperativa

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Level up for Bayer and ADM! ⬆️ I am super excited to share that Bayer is entering the next phase of our regenerative agriculture collaboration with ADM in Europe.    What’s new? In 2023, ADM and Bayer collaborated with #oilseed rape farmers in Poland, covering 9,000 hectares, to promote regenerative agricultural practices. Now, we’re broadening this initiative to crops like #corn, #wheat, and #barley across Eastern Europe.     This is great news for farmers. 🧑🌾 But why? ADM compensates farmers for each qualifying hectare that is treated with regenerative practices, such as minimum tillage, cover crops and crop rotation – measured and verified using Bayer’s digital capabilities and Trinity AgTech’s Sandy platform. In addition, financial, technical assistance and agronomic guidance will be provided to farmers implementing these practices.     And how about the planet?  🌍 An initial study showed that farms using at least one regenerative practice had 15% lower carbon emissions compared to conventional farms. With full adoption, emissions could drop by up to 40%.    That's what we mean when talking about a win-win for farmers and the environment! #RegenerativeAgriculture