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Press release - Belgium Presidency debriefs EP committees on priorities

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Sunday, February 4, 2024
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Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Article - New plant breeding techniques to boost resilience of food system

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Sunday, February 4, 2024
Plant, Public, Civil service commission, NGT, Legislation, GMO, Genetically modified organism, DNA, Risk assessment, Gene, NASA Exoplanet Archive, Biotechnology, Pesticide, European Commission, Food safety, Disease, Food, Farmer, Commission, Breeding, Committee, Parliament, Genome, Seed, Agriculture

The EU wants to increase the sustainability of its food supply and reduce the need for pesticides with new rules on plant breeding techniques.

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  • The EU wants to increase the sustainability of its food supply and reduce the need for pesticides with new rules on plant breeding techniques.
  • Plant breeding is an ancient practice used to create new plant varieties from existing varieties to obtain qualities such as higher yields, enhanced nutrition or better resistance to disease.
  • Nowadays, thanks to advances in biotechnology, new plant varieties can be developed faster and in a more precise manner by editing their genetic structure.
  • New EU rules
    In July 2023, the European Commission proposed a new regulation on plants produced by certain new genomic techniques.

Nanotechnology Products Market to Record Growth of USD 106.2 billion between 2022 to 2027, 3M Co., Advanced Nano Products Co. Ltd., Applied Materials Inc. to emerge as Some of the Key Vendors - Technavio

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Nanostructure, Pesticide, Nanorobotics, FREE, Administration, Nanomaterials, USD, Biomarker, Nanofiber, Nanocomposite, Growth

The segmentation analysis for Nanotechnology Products highlights the healthcare segment as a significant contributor, with nanotechnology-based healthcare products gaining prominence.

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  • The segmentation analysis for Nanotechnology Products highlights the healthcare segment as a significant contributor, with nanotechnology-based healthcare products gaining prominence.
  • Key applications include nanoscale drug delivery systems for targeted therapy, especially in cancer treatment.
  • Nanofibers are utilized for efficient drug release, while nanostructured materials find broad applications in biomedical fields, including sensitive biosensors for various biomarkers.
  • The global scanning electron microscope (SEMs) market size is estimated to grow by USD 997.21 million at a CAGR of 8.01% between 2022 and 2027.

INFOOD TECHNOLOGIES EXPANDS AQUAPONICS PORTFOLIO WITH ENHANCED CLASSROOM PRODUCTS, MICROFARMS, AND COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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*Packages of products, services, support, and content proprietary to Infood Technologies, Inc. None of the above price points include installation, on-site support services, or audio visual systems.

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  • *Packages of products, services, support, and content proprietary to Infood Technologies, Inc. None of the above price points include installation, on-site support services, or audio visual systems.
  • Founded 40 years ago, Infood’s exclusive Aquaponics strategic vendor, Nelson and Pade, Inc.®, provides aquaponic systems, supplies, training and support.
  • The aquaponic systems are designed based on scientific research and 25+ years of development, refinement and operation.
  • A classroom system will inspire a sense of responsibility and an understanding of food production as students nurture fish and plants.

Edible Garden Receives US Patent No. 11,830,088 B2 for GreenThumb Greenhouse Agriculture System

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Forecasting, Pesticide, Patent, CEA, Edible, Agriculture

BELVIDERE, NJ, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a patent related to its Greenhouse Agriculture System, GreenThumb.

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  • BELVIDERE, NJ, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a patent related to its Greenhouse Agriculture System, GreenThumb.
  • 11,830,088 B2, titled, “Greenhouse Agriculture System,” to Edible Garden AG Incorporated.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “This patent further illustrates our commitment to innovation to drive sustainability.
  • This marks the third distinct patent awarded for our proprietary GreenThumb system, and we are currently in the process of seeking a trademark for the system's name."

Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge Grand Prize and Growth Grant Winners Revealed

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Environment, Technology, Other Retail, Sustainability, Philanthropy, Food, Beverage, Other Philanthropy, Retail, Food Tech, Woman, Seed, Food preservation, University, Farmer, Biodiversity, Health, Institute of Food Technologists, Pesticide, Science, School, Food security, Future Foundation, Challenge, Regen, USD, Non-governmental organization, Doctor of Philosophy, Regeneration, Organization, Soil, In the Year 2525, Agriculture

The Seeding The Future Foundation and Institute of Food Technologists are proud to announce the Seeding The Future Grand Prize and Growth Grant winners for the Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge , which awards a total of USD $1 million annually for innovations that can transform food systems to be more equitable and lead to safe, nutritious and trusted food using sustainable practices.

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  • The Seeding The Future Foundation and Institute of Food Technologists are proud to announce the Seeding The Future Grand Prize and Growth Grant winners for the Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge , which awards a total of USD $1 million annually for innovations that can transform food systems to be more equitable and lead to safe, nutritious and trusted food using sustainable practices.
  • “When we created the annual Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge, our purpose was – and still is – to create a powerful, steadily growing pipeline of high impact innovations that address the most pressing challenges food systems are facing globally.
  • We again saw a tremendous number of applications in each award category.”
    Out of the more than 900 submissions from 78 countries this year, three Growth Grant winners (each receiving $100,000) and two Seeding The Future Grand Prize winners (each receiving $250,000) were selected.
  • “IFT is proud to support and help advance the work of its members, the science of food community, and programs such as the Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge to ensure food security for a growing global population,” said IFT CEO Christie Tarantino-Dean.

Argonne Study Shows Insect Populations Flourish in the Restored Habitats of Solar Energy Facilities

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Other Natural Resources, Forest Products, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Research, Green Technology, Alternative Energy, Environment, Energy, Science, Sustainability, Habitat, Bee, DOE, Biodiversity, Pollination, Pesticide, Agrivoltaics, Flower, Argonne National Laboratory, Climate change, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Solar energy

Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory wanted to understand the ecological value of photovoltaic solar energy sites planted with native grasses and wildflowers.

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  • Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory wanted to understand the ecological value of photovoltaic solar energy sites planted with native grasses and wildflowers.
  • The five-year field study looked at two solar sites in southern Minnesota operated by Enel Green Power North America.
  • They examined how vegetation would establish and how insect communities would respond to the newly established habitat.
  • Second, habitat-friendly solar sites can help mitigate land-use conflicts associated with the conversion of farmland for solar energy production.

Kroger Unveils New Produce Supplier Biodiversity Goal

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Friday, January 26, 2024
Kroger, Culminating project, Integrated pest management, Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Policy, Pesticide, Agriculture

CINCINNATI, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced a new goal to advance sustainability in its fresh produce supply chain, further protecting pollinators and biodiversity. Kroger will require all of its fresh produce suppliers to use Integrated Pest Management practices for all products supplied to Kroger by 2028 or 2030, based on the grower's size. Medium- to large-sized growers will be expected to meet the goal by the end of 2028, and small-sized growers by 2030.

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  • Change will protect more pollinators, create more sustainable produce supply chain
    CINCINNATI, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced a new goal to advance sustainability in its fresh produce supply chain, further protecting pollinators and biodiversity.
  • Kroger will require all of its fresh produce suppliers to use Integrated Pest Management practices for all products supplied to Kroger by 2028 or 2030, based on the grower's size.
  • Medium- to large-sized growers will be expected to meet the goal by the end of 2028, and small-sized growers by 2030.
  • Kroger worked with the Sustainable Food Group, a branch of IPM Institute of North America, to develop the goal and roadmap to compliance.

Crop Spraying Drones Market Forecast Report 2023-2028, Featuring Fly Dragon Drone Tech, Prodrone, Parrot Drone, HSE TTA-America, ASTA Technology, Xi'an Wideworldz Aviation Technology & AirBoard

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Friday, January 26, 2024
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DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Crop Spraying Drones Market - Forecasts from 2023 to 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Crop Spraying Drones Market - Forecasts from 2023 to 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The crop spraying drones market is experiencing growth driven by rising awareness regarding the detrimental effects of pesticides on the environment and human well-being is a key factor fueling the need for crop spraying drones.
  • In recent years government initiatives have gained momentum, aiming to integrate drone technology into agriculture and boost crop spraying drones market growth.
  • The increasing product launches in the market are pushing the crop spraying drones market in an upward direction.

Uncle Matt's Organic® Launches Ultimate Athlete®

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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"We wanted to create a great-tasting pre-workout shot that would support sports and fitness goals without chemicals or caffeine -- Uncle Matt's Organic® Ultimate Athlete® Shot is delicious and organic, but just as effective as the mainstream shots out there," said Susan McLean, VP of Marketing and Innovation at Uncle Matt's Organic. "This innovation is a great addition to our Ultimate Shots line and is the perfect option for the pro athlete to the weekend warrior and everyone in between looking to help boost athletic performance with organic and multi-functional ingredients," she continued.

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  • CLERMONT, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Uncle Matt's Organic ®, the nation's #1 selling brand of organic orange juice, announces today the launch of Uncle Matt's Organic® Ultimate Athlete® Pre-Workout Shot, aimed to boost athletic performance, hydrate and reduce oxidative stress—all in one gulp.
  • Uncle Matt's Organic® Ultimate Athlete® Shot starts with the highest quality OJ, using only 100% organically grown fruit that is free from synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs.
  • Uncle Matt's Organic® Ultimate Athlete® Shot is available now at https://shop.UncleMatts.com with more store announcements being communicated through the brand's social channels in the coming weeks.
  • A Case of 6 - 2 oz shots is $24 when you buy direct from Uncle Matt's Organic®.