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Soil Health Training to Supply Growing Demand for Sustainable Cotton

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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Soil Health Institute (SHI), the nonprofit organization charged with safeguarding and enhancing soil health, has announced it will launch "Healthy Soils for Sustainable Cotton," a continuous engagement project to help U.S. cotton farmers increase soil health on their farms.

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  • RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Soil Health Institute (SHI), the nonprofit organization charged with safeguarding and enhancing soil health, has announced it will launch "Healthy Soils for Sustainable Cotton," a continuous engagement project to help U.S. cotton farmers increase soil health on their farms.
  • "Cotton producers who successfully complete the program will gain knowledge in soil health systems and become part of a network of farmers interested in increasing sustainability of cotton production," Morgan added.
  • According to David Lamm, Project Manager, the project will identify farmers in each state who are successfully adopting soil health systems.
  • These farmers will provide insights into their soil health systems and help mentor others who participate in the training program.

Global Palm Methyl Ester Derivatives Market Review 2014-2019 and Projection to 2024 - The Commercial Adoption of Palm Oil-based Biodiesel Spurs Opportunity - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

This research estimates that the global palm methyl ester derivatives market would reach $2,106.7 million in 2024.

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  • This research estimates that the global palm methyl ester derivatives market would reach $2,106.7 million in 2024.
  • Palm kernel oil (PKO) and crude palm oil (CPO) are the two categories under the type segment, of which PKO is estimated to lead the palm methyl ester derivatives market in terms of sales volume in 2018.
  • Similarly, methyl laurate, methyl caprylate, methyl palmitate, methyl myristate, methyl oleate, methyl stearate, and methyl linoleate are the major categories under the product segment.
  • This is also expected to help the palm methyl ester derivatives market grow during the forecast period.

International Hemp Solutions Announces eHemp

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

DENVER, March 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver-based International Hemp Solutions (IHS) has announced its newest industrial hemp platform, eHemp.com , your online destination for all things hemp.

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  • DENVER, March 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver-based International Hemp Solutions (IHS) has announced its newest industrial hemp platform, eHemp.com , your online destination for all things hemp.
  • eHemp is rooted in IHS's relationship with trusted brands and vendors across the hemp industry.
  • "The time is long overdue for the industrial hemp industry to have a place to congregate online and offer their hemp goods for sale to consumers," says eHemp Project Manager Kate Strickland.
  • Kevin Sullivan, CEO of IHS, adds, "eHemp is another IHS entity that furthers our company's vision for a global industrial hemp industry.

The most influential hemp forum in China will be held in Heilongjiang Province in July

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

But as the pharmaceutical use is becoming more and more popular internationally, the province is also keen on developing the pharmaceutical sector.

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  • But as the pharmaceutical use is becoming more and more popular internationally, the province is also keen on developing the pharmaceutical sector.
  • With the theme of "Drive, Exchange and Development", Heilongjiang People's Government joins hands with Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences (HAAS) and CECMOL-HCC to hold China International Hemp Industry Forum in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province during July 3-4,2019.
  • Topics of the forum includes:
    1.Interpretation of the status quo, development planning and policy of Chinese hemp industry 2.Development Status and Future Prospects of the Global Hemp Industry
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  • Hemp&CBDChina(HCC)is a pioneer event brand for hemp and CBD industry under the company name of CECMOL in China.

Verdeca Introduces HB4® Drought Tolerant Soybeans to Growers at Argentina’s Expoagro

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

The result of years of R&D, HB4 soybean varieties reduce yield loss when the crop is challenged by drought.

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  • The result of years of R&D, HB4 soybean varieties reduce yield loss when the crop is challenged by drought.
  • More than 1,200 attendees toured the Verdeca pavilion and field plots to see HB4 soybeans.
  • Growers visiting the Verdeca pavilion signed on to the companys Bio-Innovator program, which grants priority access to test HB4 soybean varieties in their fields.
  • In addition to drought tolerance, HB4 soybeans also offer resistance to glufosinate, a broad-spectrum herbicide used to control a wide range of weeds.

Dutch Bros Coffee Appoints Keith Thomajan as Chief of Staff

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

GRANTS PASS, Ore., March 25, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dutch Bros Coffee has hired mission-driven executive Keith Thomajan as chief of staff.

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  • GRANTS PASS, Ore., March 25, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dutch Bros Coffee has hired mission-driven executive Keith Thomajan as chief of staff.
  • As chief of staff at Dutch Bros, he will also oversee government and community affairs, philanthropy and sustainability.
  • Dutch Bros serves specialty coffee, smoothies, freezes, teas, a private-label Dutch Bros Blue Rebel energy drink and nitrogen-infused cold brew coffee.
  • To learn more about Dutch Bros, visit http://www.dutchbros.com , like Dutch Bros Coffee on Facebook or follow @DutchBrosCoffee on Instagram.

$150+ Million Biofortification Market - Global Forecasts from 2019 to 2024

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Monday, March 25, 2019

DUBLIN, March 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Biofortification Market - Forecasts from 2019 to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, March 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Biofortification Market - Forecasts from 2019 to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Biofortification market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.32% to reach US$153.527 million by 2024, from US$100.483 million in 2018.
  • Biofortification is the process to improve the nutritional quality of food crops through agronomic practices, conventional plant breeding, or modern biotechnology.
  • The major driver of biofortification market is the advancement in agricultural technologies along with rising investments and funding to develop innovative agronomic practices.

Charlotte's Web Holdings, Inc. Q4 Earnings Notice

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Monday, March 25, 2019

A webcast of the call can be accessed through the investor relations section of the Charlotte's Web website.

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  • A webcast of the call can be accessed through the investor relations section of the Charlotte's Web website.
  • Charlotte's Web Holdings, Inc. is the market leader in the production and distribution of innovative hemp-based cannabidiol ("CBD") wellness products.
  • Charlotte's Web current product categories include tinctures (liquid products), capsules, topical, as well as pet products.
  • Charlotte's Web hemp-based whole plant extracts are sold through select distributors, brick and mortar retailers, and online through the Company's website at www.cwhemp.com .

Global Bale Handling Equipment Market Analysis & Forecast Report: 2019 to 2023 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, March 22, 2019

The bale handling equipment market will register a CAGR of almost 5% by 2023.

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  • The bale handling equipment market will register a CAGR of almost 5% by 2023.
  • Therefore, the growing focus of farmers on reducing forage losses in fields may drive the market growth of bale handling equipment during the forecast period.
  • Hence, the growing inclination of farmers toward convenient feed options may increase the bale handling activities in agricultural fields, which, in turn, may drive the global bale handling equipment market during the forecast period.
  • Hence, reduction in hay production in various countries will negatively impact the demand for agricultural equipment such as bale handling equipment during the forecast period.

U.S. Agricultural Exports Put at Needless Risk by Small Group of Florida Tomato Growers, Trade Alliance President Charges

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Friday, March 22, 2019

More ominously, it invites retaliation from Mexico against successful U.S. agricultural exports such as corn, wheat, soybeans, pears, apples and pork.

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  • More ominously, it invites retaliation from Mexico against successful U.S. agricultural exports such as corn, wheat, soybeans, pears, apples and pork.
  • In other words, a few companies in Florida will, if successful, turn a "win-win" in trilateral trade into a total loss."
  • U.S. exports of agricultural products to Mexico totaled $19 billion in 2017, making it our third largest agricultural export market.
  • It is clear that Mexico will not sit by while a small group of Florida farmers tries to eliminate their Mexican competition.