For months, farmers have been concerned about proposed tax changes, including the elimination of the enhanced base. New research from the USDA Economic Research Service confirms that these concerns are justified, as nearly 20% of farms could face increased tax liability, including 65% of the value of US agricultural production. Although farmers breathed a sigh […]
BoT adds guidelines for debt consolidation Move aims to reduce interest burden The Bank of Thailand (BoT) plans to implement additional guidelines for the debt consolidation program to help retail borrowers reduce interest rate charges. The BoT has prepared additional debt relief options to help borrowers ease their debt burden amid the latest protracted Covid-19 […]
September 29, 2021 — Aleph Farms, the cultured meat company that grows steaks directly from animal cells, is partnering with two of Asia’s largest food companies to accelerate cellular agriculture. Global protein and seafood player Thai Union and international food and lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Israel-based […]
Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards and Gallrein Farms, both within a 45-minute drive of Louisville, appeared on Yelp’s “Top Pumpkin Patches in the US and Canada” list. Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards – which is located in Borden, Indiana – is a 600-acre family farm that grows fruits, vegetables, Christmas trees, pumpkins and grapes. They […]
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People wearing face masks cross a road amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Singapore on May 14, 2021. REUTERS / Caroline Chia Register now for FREE and unlimited access to Reuters.com Register SINGAPORE, Sept. 28 (Reuters) – Singapore’s population this year recorded its largest percentage decline since 1950, according to a report released Tuesday, […]
Aleph’s recent $ 105 million The Series B funding round was led by THE Catterton, the world’s largest consumer-focused private equity firm, and DisruptAD, ADQ’s venture capital platform, and included participation from Temasek, a global investment firm based in Singapore. “We are delighted to partner with key players in the Asia market and establish a […]
Thailand is fast becoming the main competitor in the Asian medical marijuana and hemp markets. However, full commercialization of the sector and liberal access for private companies is not expected to be implemented until 2024, according to a new report. The Thai medical cannabis market is characterized by high potential. Having rapid regulatory changes and […]
Click to enlarge Courtesy of Eckert Farms Have a good fall, all of you. Autumn is about to be in full swing. Spicy pumpkin lattes, crunchy leaves underfoot – it’s so close you can almost taste it. To add to the fall spirit, Eckert’s Pick-Your-Own-Pumpkin patches are back with a September 25 launch date. Large […]
As Thailand continues to suffer the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic, taxi drivers in Bangkok, the nation’s capital, are using an imaginative way to protest government restrictions while helping the local community meet some of the needs of daily life. Over the past year, Bangkok’s taxi drivers have found themselves in dire straits as the […]
BANGKOK (The Nation / Asia News Network): The Ministry of Public Health has set a target of one million vaccinations against Covid-19 on September 24 and inoculation of 50% of the population by October. Dr Opas Karnkawinpong (photo), director general of the Department of Disease Control (DDC), revealed data on the Covid-19 vaccination from February […]
This fall, like any family in New England, many families will take the time to visit one of the working farms in Greater Boston and go apple picking, or for a walk in the pumpkin patch or to stock up on fresh products on the farm stand. But a farm does not achieve any form […]
GOODYEAR, Ariz .– Duncan Family Farms, BB #: 206668, a fourth generation certified organic multi-regional farm and leading producer of baby leaf items, is proud to announce the launch of its line of fresh organic herbs. These will be on display for the first time at the Organic Produce Summit. “These new items are a […]
MELBOURNE, Sept. 2 (Reuters) – Australia’s conservative government on Thursday introduced legislation that could help pave the way for offshore wind farms in a country seen as having enormous potential for offshore renewable energy. The long-awaited legislation will establish a framework for the construction, operation, maintenance and dismantling of offshore power projects, including wind generation […]