Unearth the value of soil carbon: Monetizing the riches beneath our feet

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Agribusiness

Unearth the value of soil carbon: Monetizing the riches beneath our feet

Soil carbon sequestration is gaining traction around the world for its monetisation opportunities. Read an overview on carbon’s role in soil health and the emerging carbon in soil market.

How are Multilaterals Spending their Food Security budgets?

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Government & multilaterals

How are Multilaterals Spending their Food Security budgets?

Global events in 2022 have resulted in increased food shortages. Our agribusiness consultant reviews where multilateral aid is going as a result.

Global food trade: How it could work to combat food insecurity

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Agribusiness

Global food trade: How it could work to combat food insecurity

155 million people faced food insecurity in 2020. The last few years have brought disruption to the food trade however it can work really well when regions play to their strengths. Read more about the global food trade.

Betting on Blue: UAE’s best bet for sustainability & security

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Agribusiness

Betting on Blue: UAE’s best bet for sustainability & security

The sea that lines the coast of UAE is very important for the economy, the country’s food security and sustainable development. Read the overview by our agribusiness expert.

Bioeconomy: How Ireland is setting standards in sustainability

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Sustainability & ESG

Bioeconomy: How Ireland is setting standards in sustainability

Ireland’s strength in agriculture has meant that it is in a position to adopt strong policies in developing a bioeconomy which could potentially lead the way for other nations. Read the article by our agribusiness consultant at Farrelly & Mitchell.

Reviewing sustainable development goals – are we on track?

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Sustainability & ESG

Reviewing sustainable development goals – are we on track?

In 2015, the UN member states agreed to a set of sustainable development goals. Read the 2023 review on where those goals are now. Read more.

The ripple effect of Indonesia’s ban on palm oil exports

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Sustainability & ESG

The ripple effect of Indonesia’s ban on palm oil exports

Indonesia contributes to 60% of the global supply of palm oil, in April 2022 the government banned exports for 3 weeks. Read why this decision was made and what the impact was.

Governance and farm data – Who owns it and who profits from it?

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Agtech & foodtech

Governance and farm data – Who owns it and who profits from it?

Big data in agriculture can have a positive impact helping farmers to make more accurate decisions. However, it’s unclear where farm data can be shared and there is some controversy on whether or not conflicts of interest exist. Read the article by our agribusiness expert.

Food price inflation: 3% inflation in Saudi Arabia

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Sustainability & ESG

Food price inflation: 3% inflation in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has experienced a rise in inflation in Q4 of this year. This article examines what the causes are, what controls are in place and what the predictions are for the future. Read the overview by our expert agribusiness consultant.

Good on paper: How to prevent ESG investment from being a tick-box exercise

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Sustainability & ESG

Good on paper: How to prevent ESG investment from being a tick-box exercise

Although ESG has become a very popular area of investment in agriculture, it can be difficult for organisations to get right. Read our review of best practices in ESG investment.

Destroying the Amazon Rainforest during a climate crisis: Why is deforestation increasing?

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Sustainability & ESG

Destroying the Amazon Rainforest during a climate crisis: Why is deforestation increasing?

Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest has hit the highest levels in 6 years. This article by our expert agriculture consultant outlines how this has happened and what needs to be done to change this trend.

China’s food stockpiling & the rise in food prices

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Food safety & security

China’s food stockpiling & the rise in food prices

There is a growing trend in food stockpiling happening globally as a result of political unrest, Covid-19 and crop failures. Read how China is moving fast with the highest reserves of corn and wheat.