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Vanilla Sector: Fausto Bouchereau Unveils the Secrets of a Volatile Market with Untapped Potential

A high-value sector but structurally unstable, vanilla fluctuates between price tensions, industrial transformation, and development opportunities. Fausto Bouchereau, a recognized expert in the field, analyzes the balances of an extraordinary market, as opaque as it is strategic, during the 6th Conference on French Vanillas.

Yves Bertrand: "The greenhouse became essential because the market demanded it"

In the late 1970s, French tomatoes entered a new era. Major retailers demanded consistent volumes, uniformity, and year-round availability. With open-field cultivation proving inadequate, the greenhouse became essential. Yves Bertrand, a pioneer in Lot-et-Garonne, recounts this shift and advocates for a tool he believes is more economical than commonly perceived.

Can we reduce inputs without losing competitiveness?

Amid regulatory pressure and increased competition, European agriculture must rethink its model. According to André Fougeroux, beekeeper and academic, there is no miracle solution: only a bouquet of agronomic, technological, and biological innovations will preserve the continent's food sovereignty.

Dairy Proteins Without Farming: Turtletree Takes a New Step Towards Industrial Lactoferrin Production

Turtletree, a Singaporean biotech startup, partners with Danish company Novonesis to optimize the precise fermentation production of lactoferrin, a multifunctional protein. This collaboration aims to reduce production costs and enhance access to this protein in early nutrition and health supplements.

Africa: Singaporean Company Olam Agri Invests in Local Supply Chains to Enhance Food Security

Olam Agri, a major player in the agrifood sector, is committed to transforming food systems in Africa by investing in local value chains. By connecting over 300,000 farmers to local and global markets, developing initiatives such as regenerative agriculture and climate-resilient seed varieties, enhancing processing infrastructure, and integrating sustainable farming practices, Olam Agri aims to build a resilient and self-sufficient food future for Africa.

Olam Agri Expands Presence in Eastern Europe with CFG Integration

The Saudi sovereign fund SALIC reorganizes its strategic assets by integrating the Ukrainian producer Continental Farmers Group (CFG) into Olam Agri, in which it now holds an 81.81% stake. The stakes are high: leveraging CFG's agricultural production power in Eastern Europe (over one million tons of grains per year) with Olam Agri's global logistics and trading strength.

European Union: New Rules Strengthen Farmers' Power in the Agri-Food Chain

American company Bayou Best Foods acquires BettaF!sh to create a global player in plant-based seafood

The Protein Brewery Secures €18 Million to Accelerate Mycoprotein Deployment Despite Regulatory Setback in the U.S.

The Protein Brewery, a Dutch company specializing in mycoprotein production, has recently secured €18 million in funding to increase its production capacity. Despite a setback with the FDA regarding its GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status, the company remains confident and plans to address the reported deficiencies. With a focus on active nutrition and upcoming clinical studies, it aims to introduce its products to the U.S. market by the end of 2026.

KIND Atteint 50% d'Amandes Régénératives Grâce à un Pilote de Trois Ans

KIND annonce que son initiative KIND Almond Acres, en partenariat avec ofi, a permis de sourcer 50% de ses amandes selon des pratiques régénératives. Ce projet a démontré des gains significatifs en efficacité de l'eau et en réduction des intrants, tout en améliorant la santé des sols. Avec un objectif de 100% d'approvisionnement régénératif d'ici 2030, KIND se prépare à étendre ces pratiques à grande échelle, soutenue par des recherches universitaires.

A Rice Gene Identified for Dual Role in Drought Tolerance and Yield

Elite Agro Holding Opens 200-Hectare Berry Farm in Morocco

The Emirati company Elite Agro Holding, through its subsidiary Elite Harvest Morocco, has opened a new 200-hectare farm in Kenitra, dedicated to the production of blueberries and raspberries. This investment of over 500 million AED underscores the group's commitment to the Moroccan agricultural market, creating more than 8,000 jobs and aiming to become the leader in berry production in the Arab world. The farm, equipped with modern technologies, is part of a strategy for sustainable development and competitiveness in international markets.

Bio-solutions in Turkey: A Potential of €10.8 Billion by 2035

The bio-solutions sector in Turkey, currently valued at €4 billion, could more than double by 2035 with adequate political support. Bio-solutions are essential for improving industrial efficiency, enhancing export competitiveness, and supporting sustainable economic transformation. Policy recommendations are proposed to unlock the potential of this strategic sector.