GLOBAL – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization have released a new framework for identifying chemical hazards in water used across agrifood systems. Global water supplies are facing mounting pressure. More than 70% of freshwater withdrawals are now used for agriculture,
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RWANDA — Authorities in Rwanda have ordered Joyland Company Ltd, the producer of the popular Salama Juice brand, to suspend operations indefinitely after inspectors discovered alarming food safety violations, poor hygiene, and unsafe working conditions at its Nyarugenge-based factory. The shutdown followed a five-day nationwide crackdown from October 13–17,
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RWANDA – Rwanda is advancing the use of machine learning and satellite imagery to monitor crops, improve resource efficiency, and enhance the profitability of farming, according to Mark Cyubahiro Bagabe, Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources. Speaking during the 2025 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting held in
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LIBERIA – Liberia’s Ministry of Agriculture has launched the Soils4Liberia Project, a $4.3 million (US$5M) initiative to map and classify soils across all 15 counties, in a move designed to strengthen data-driven and climate-smart agriculture. The project, funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with the International
INDIA — Agri-food and climate technology company TraceX Technologies has introduced an AI-powered compliance platform to help Indian exporters prepare for the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which takes effect in December 2025. The new Agentic AI Tool automates the preparation and submission of Due Diligence Statements (DDS), documents
FRANCE – bioMérieux, a global manufacturer of in vitro diagnostic solutions, has introduced the Gene-Up Pro HRM, a DNA-based testing method designed to detect heat-resistant molds (HRM) in juices and concentrates. Developed in collaboration with Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the new solution reduces testing times from the industry-standard 15
GERMANY – Minebea Intec, a Germany-headquartered global manufacturer of industrial weighing and inspection technologies, has introduced three new MiNexx weight indicators alongside the MiNexx 3000 floor scale. The launch, taking place ahead of the PPMA Show 2025 in Birmingham from September 23–25, aims to address growing industry demands for
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ITALY – KPM Analytics has completed a major expansion of its vision inspection system manufacturing facility in Pergine Valsugana, Trento, Italy, increasing its production footprint to 22,000 square feet. The investment is aimed at addressing rising global demand for in-line food inspection solutions, especially from baking and snack manufacturers
USA – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released the Expanded Decision Tree (EDT), a structure-driven tool designed to support screening and toxicity evaluation of chemicals in food. By examining a compound’s molecular structure and estimated toxicity, the EDT offers a consistent method for assessing chemical safety
USA — TechnoServe has appointed Laura Harwig as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its leadership team as the organization ramps up new initiatives to support small business ecosystems worldwide. Harwig brings nearly 20 years of experience in international development, specializing in market systems, climate adaptation, and private-sector
