According to the World Grain Report, Russia has urged the BRICS, a trade alliance between nine emerging countries, to establish an inter-bloc grain exchange. Despite the BRICS’s aim to facilitate trade activity between its members, experts said that the new exchange would have a structure similar to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), …
Today, the demand variation for dietary products is increasing. One of the more popular growing demands is the demand for plant-based meat. Plant-based meat is able to recreate various foods, ranging from beef to seafood. But how is plant-based meat compared to real meat in terms of nutrition content? Some new products, such as whole …
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In a significant stride for Indonesia’s palm oil industry, production has commenced at the nation’s inaugural red cooking oil facility. The Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI) heralded the news, indicating a promising future for the sector. Government-Backed Initiative Officially inaugurated by Indonesian President Joko Widodo, the newly operational plant, located in North Sumatra, marks the …
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Futures and options exchange Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Berhad has announced it is now trading soyabean oil futures. The launch of the Bursa Malaysia DCE Soybean Oil Futures (FSOY) contract followed an agreement between the exchange and Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) for the licensing of soyabean oil futures settlement price that the companies announced in November. …
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Many people are asking about the halal status of soy lecithin. Islam is the faith of over 1 billion people. In Islam, there is one term called halal, which means the permissible things to do, including food that is permissible to eat. Before we jump into the main discussion on this matter, let’s know more …
Definition of Virgin Coconut Oil The term virgin coconut oil (VCO) describes an oil that is extracted from a fresh, mature coconut kernel using mechanical or natural means, either with or without the use of heat and without the need for chemical processing. VCO is made wet with coconut milk, as opposed to refined coconut …
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) presents a collaborative proposal with the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Liberia to the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the establishment of a Zero Emission Shipping Fund (ZESF). Accelerating the Transition to Net Zero by 2050 The proposal aims to expedite the shipping sector’s …
Shipping Fund Proposal Submitted to UN to Meet Marine Sector’s Net Zero Emission Targets Read More »
Most adhesives are created from fossil fuels and require countless years to biodegrade, but a novel alternative manufactured from soya plants connects metal, wood, and synthetic surfaces equally as well. A biodegradable glue produced from soya bean oil generates strong bonds that eventually disintegrate, paving the way for more sustainable commercial items, packaging, and sticky …
Biodegrable Yet Strong Superglue Alternative Made from Soya Read More »
February 2, Jakarta – This season, Indonesian farmer Wardiyono started planting his small rice field in January instead of November as usual. This shift was in response to an exceptionally strong El Nino weather phenomenon causing months of drought. After three weeks, he is concerned because the parched crop has not received enough rain. In …
Indonesia’s January Drought, Lower Rice Production and Higher Imports Read More »
China set a new record by importing 100.85 million tonnes of soybeans in the marketing year 2022/23, primarily driven by increased shipments from Brazil, as reported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The surge in soybean imports was a result of a rebound in demand for soybean meal in the swine and poultry …
The foundation of a productive and healthy farming operation is livestock nutrition. For farmers and ranchers, maintaining the welfare of their animals is essential to sustainable agriculture and not merely a moral issue. In this blog, we examine calcium carbonate, a crucial component that improves livestock nutrition. You’ll learn more about the importance of calcium …
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As per Reuters report, Reduced production of robusta beans, the primary variety of coffee produced in Indonesia, might lead to further increases in prices, which have increased by more than 40% in 2023 and reached a record high in June. After torrential rains reduced output to its lowest level in more than a decade and …
Exporters across Asia and as far south as South America have been forced to consider the potential financial repercussions before increasing their sales as a result of the prohibition on new shipments of non-Basmati white rice from the world’s largest source of the crop. The non-Basmati white rice, which made up almost a third of …
Global Rice Market Experiences Repercussions from India’s Export Ban Read More »
