AGT Food and Ingredients

Canadian innovation taking plant-protein nutrition to new heights

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Lundi, avril 15, 2024

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This work also included early-stage development of a super high-protein base material, which contains 64 per cent more protein than cooked ground beef and uses a blend of Canadian proteins including pea, fava and canola.

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This work also included early-stage development of a super high-protein base material, which contains 64 per cent more protein than cooked ground beef and uses a blend of Canadian proteins including pea, fava and canola.
A total of $6.3 million has been committed to the project, with Protein Industries Canada investing $2.8 million and the partners together investing the remainder.
This project represents the kind of innovation needed to advance the alternative protein industry in Canada.
Projects such as these add value to, and create new markets for, Canadian crops, generating local jobs and supporting new economic development in locations across Canada.

Plant Protein Partners Developing AI Technology to Improve Crop and Ingredient Quality

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023

With the support of Protein Industries Canada, project partners Enns Bros., Crop Sentry, DL Seeds and AGT Foods will develop the technology to meet the needs of farmers and ingredient processors alike.

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With the support of Protein Industries Canada, project partners Enns Bros., Crop Sentry, DL Seeds and AGT Foods will develop the technology to meet the needs of farmers and ingredient processors alike.
This in-field data-gathering will help farmers better collect measurements related to crop quality, leading to improved data-driven decisions that will have positive ripple effects up the value chain.
“By focusing their initial efforts on in-field AI technology, our project partners are building on the established success of Canada’s agriculture industry to help add value and increase the sustainability of our plant-based value chain.
Throughout its first tranche of funding, Protein Industries Canada and its industry partners invested more than $460 million into growing Canada’s plant-based food, feed and ingredient sector through 55 technology and capacity building projects.

Plant Forward 2024 early bird pricing and registration now open

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Mercredi, octobre 18, 2023

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Toronto, Ont., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Protein Industries Canada, Pulse Canada and Plant-Based Foods of Canada are excited to announce that registration for Plant Forward is now open with early bird pricing available from Oct. 18, 2023 to Jan. 31, 2024.

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Toronto, Ont., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Protein Industries Canada, Pulse Canada and Plant-Based Foods of Canada are excited to announce that registration for Plant Forward is now open with early bird pricing available from Oct. 18, 2023 to Jan. 31, 2024.
Plant Forward, Canada's premier plant-based food and ingredient conference, is returning for another year with more insights into the future of the global plant protein sector, more industry leaders and experts, and more opportunities to make meaningful connections with key stakeholders.
Canadian and international companies are invited to join industry leaders from across the global value chain at Plant Forward with the goal of accelerating the innovation and adoption of plant-based foods.
To view more information on Plant Forward including the agenda, registration and last conference’s highlights, please visit plantforwardconference.com .

Investment and Innovation Converge: AGT Soileos Production Facility Grand Opening Marks a New Era in Sustainable Crop Nutrition.

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Mardi, octobre 10, 2023

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ROSETOWN, SK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucent Bio, proudly announces the grand opening of the first Soileos production facility.

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ROSETOWN, SK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucent Bio, proudly announces the grand opening of the first Soileos production facility.
AGT Soileos, a limited partnership between Lucent Bio and AGT Foods, will produce Soileos, a suite of sustainable crop nutrition products, in Rosetown, Saskatchewan.
The new Soileos production facility leverages Lucent Bio's novel advancements in sustainable crop nutrition and AGT Foods' decades-long expertise in pulse and staple crop processing.
Michael Riedijk, Founder and CEO of Lucent Bio says: "At the grand opening of the Soileos production facility, we plant the seeds of a sustainable future.

Artera Continues to Expand Executive Team & Attract Top Talent

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Jeudi, septembre 21, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Artera (formerly WELL Health), a SaaS digital health leader in patient communications, has recently expanded its executive team with several internal promotions and one new hire. This updated leadership team was created to support Artera's success as the healthcare and technology markets continue to evolve.

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"One of our core values at Artera is 'pursue growth'—our team is always striving to learn and grow as individuals and in their careers.
"This particular group of individuals exemplifies the best in Artera and has consistently delivered for our team, our customers, and most importantly for patients.
Hosford joined Artera in 2020, helping Artera grow from 80 to 300+ teammates as a member of the Executive Leadership team.
In her role at Artera, Ossey will oversee all HR Core, Benefits & Total Rewards, Learning & Development and Talent Acquisition efforts.

The Pea Protein Market size to grow at a CAGR of 12.24% from 2022 to 2027; The high nutrient profile of pea protein and the rapid expansion of products boost market growth- Technavio

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Lundi, août 14, 2023

The high nutrient profile of pea protein and the rapid expansion of products is a key factor driving the market growth.

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The high nutrient profile of pea protein and the rapid expansion of products is a key factor driving the market growth.
Pea protein is considered the third largest segment in terms of revenue in the vegetable protein market, which is ranked behind soy protein and wheat protein.
Hence, the high nutrient profile is expected to drive the pea protein market growth during the forecast period.
Hence, the rising demand for hydrolyzed pea protein is expected to drive the pea protein market growth during the forecast period.

Lucent Bio Enables Sustainable Agriculture with Patented Biodegradable Smart Fertilizer System

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Lundi, juillet 10, 2023

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The patented technology fundamentally reimagines the delivery of nutrients, using water-insoluble biopolymers to provide a next-generation alternative for crop nutrition.

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The patented technology fundamentally reimagines the delivery of nutrients, using water-insoluble biopolymers to provide a next-generation alternative for crop nutrition.
Peter Gross, Chief Technical Officer at Lucent Bio, says, "This patented technology redefines the concept of sustainable farming, by providing a fertilizer solution that is more efficient, environmentally responsible, and providing a better ROI for the farmer.
We are proud to have reached this milestone that places Lucent Bio at the forefront of agri-tech fertilizer innovation."
Lucent Bio is actively fostering fertilizer innovation with new biopolymer-based seed coatings and controlled-release NPK coatings under development that are plastic-free and biodegradable.

Lucent Bio, AGT Foods and Federated Co-Operatives Limited Partner to Distribute New Crop Nutrition Solution in Western Canada

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Lundi, mars 20, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian crop nutrition innovator, Lucent Bio and value-added plant-based agri-food processor AGT Food and Ingredients Inc. ("AGT Foods"), their subsidiary AGT Soileos Saskatchewan, and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) have entered into a partnership to bring new crop nutrition solution, Soileos® Zinc, to Western Canadian farmers .

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VANCOUVER, BC, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian crop nutrition innovator, Lucent Bio and value-added plant-based agri-food processor AGT Food and Ingredients Inc. ("AGT Foods"), their subsidiary AGT Soileos Saskatchewan, and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) have entered into a partnership to bring new crop nutrition solution, Soileos® Zinc, to Western Canadian farmers .
"Lucent Bio's mission is to deliver crop nutrition to growers that increases yield while minimizing impact to the environment," says Michael Riedijk, Lucent Bio CEO.
Soileos is made by upcycling pea, lentil and oat hulls from Lucent Bio's partner AGT Foods into micronutrient fertilizers that provides improved nutrient delivery and sustained bioavailability.
"We're proud to partner with Lucent Bio, AGT Foods and AGT Soileos to bring this made-in-Canada solution to growers across the Prairies."

Protein Industries Canada opening to EOIs under newest round of funding

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Mercredi, février 22, 2023

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Regina, SK, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Protein Industries Canada will start accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for new technology leadership projects on March 1, 2023.

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Regina, SK, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Protein Industries Canada will start accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for new technology leadership projects on March 1, 2023.
This is the first call for projects under the new tranche of $150 million funding provided through the Government of Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster program.
“We are excited to once again be able to start accepting EOIs for new technology projects,” CEO of Protein Industries Canada Bill Greuel said.
“We learnt a lot over the past four years about what the sector needs and how Protein Industries Canada can best help our members find success.

Fairfax India Appoints R. William McFarland to Its Board of Directors

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Lundi, février 6, 2023

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TORONTO, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fairfax India Holdings Corporation (“Fairfax India” or the “Company”) (TSX: FIH.U) announces that it has appointed Mr. R. William (Bill) McFarland as an independent director.

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TORONTO, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fairfax India Holdings Corporation (“Fairfax India” or the “Company”) (TSX: FIH.U) announces that it has appointed Mr. R. William (Bill) McFarland as an independent director.
Mr. McFarland serves on the board of directors of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (Fairfax) and is lead director and chair of its audit committee.
Prem Watsa, Chairman of Fairfax India, commented, “We are very fortunate that Bill has agreed to join the board of Fairfax India.
Bill will be a wonderful addition to the Fairfax India board and we are delighted to welcome him to the board.”