Agribusiness

The Future of Food: Global Food and Agriculture Trends and Outlook BMO Hosts 19th Farm to Market | Chemicals Conference in New York

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

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NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - BMO will host its 19th annual Farm to Market | Chemicals Conference on May 15 and 16, 2024 at the Westin Times Square, New York.

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NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - BMO will host its 19th annual Farm to Market | Chemicals Conference on May 15 and 16, 2024 at the Westin Times Square, New York.
This industry-leading event brings together leaders to discuss the future of the agriculture and food sector, from crop input production, chemicals, agribusiness to distribution, retail, protein and beverages.
The agriculture and food sectors continue to face dynamic operating environments created by lower crop prices with rebuilding supply/demand balances, consumer spending uncertainty and the global shift toward sustainability.
During the conference, global institutional investors, financial sponsors and companies will have access to company presentations and panel discussions addressing the most pressing topics across the entire agri-food industry, including:
The State of the U.S. Wine Industry
BMO's world-leading analysts including Food, Retail & Distribution Analyst Kelly Bania, Consumer Analyst Tamy Chen, Fertilizer and Chemicals Analyst Joel Jackson, Chemicals Analyst John McNulty and Restaurants, Beverages, Agribusiness & Protein Analyst Andrew Strelzik will host candid and informative discussions and panels with leaders from more than 100 companies in the sector, including:

Timothy Folk Joins Alliant Insurance Services as Executive Vice President, Brings Food & Beverage and Healthcare Expertise

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Timothy Folk has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Executive Vice President, Alliant Specialty, in the firm’s Agribusiness industry vertical.

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Timothy Folk has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Executive Vice President, Alliant Specialty, in the firm’s Agribusiness industry vertical.
Folk focuses on serving food and beverage manufacturers and distributors and maintains a healthcare focus on aging services and hospitals and health systems.
Folk joins Alliant to lead and grow its presence in the Philadelphia market.
Folk brings extensive experience from his previous role as a regional chief operating officer at a global Fortune 50 food and beverage manufacturer.

Bunge Names Leadership Team for Proposed Future Combined Organization Upon Close of Viterra Transaction

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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Bunge Global SA (NYSE: BG) today announced the executive leadership team for the combined Bunge and Viterra business following the close of the proposed transaction.

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Bunge Global SA (NYSE: BG) today announced the executive leadership team for the combined Bunge and Viterra business following the close of the proposed transaction.
As previously announced, following the close of the transaction, the combined company will be led by Greg Heckman, Bunge’s Chief Executive Officer and John Neppl, Bunge’s Chief Financial Officer.
In their roles as Co-COOs, they will jointly oversee the commercial activities of the future combined organization which includes commodity value chains, country/regional structures, Centers of Expertise and Industrial Operations & Safety.
Other key commercial leaders of the future combined organization include Christos Dimopoulos who assumes the newly created role of Executive Vice President, Global Markets.

Newman University Receives $1.2M Towards Higher Education Access for Southwest Kansas Initiative

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.

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Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.
Southwest Kansas is in dire need of higher education opportunities.
This initiative provides Newman University with an opportunity to combat these statistics and meet the needs of Southwest Kansas students where they live by partnering with Garden City Community College, Dodge City Community College and Seward County Community College.
These programs will greatly benefit the entire Southwest Kansas community, as higher education will focus on a curriculum that directly reflects local business needs.

B5+1 Forum aims to strengthen Central Asian regional economic integration:

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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In line with the goals outlined in the New York Declaration of the C5+1 Presidential Summit in September 2023, this Forum prioritizes accelerated regional cooperation, improved connectivity, and a more favorable business environment through the public-private dialogue process.

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In line with the goals outlined in the New York Declaration of the C5+1 Presidential Summit in September 2023, this Forum prioritizes accelerated regional cooperation, improved connectivity, and a more favorable business environment through the public-private dialogue process.
This Forum represents a year-long collaborative effort with more than 300 experts and 200 business organizations in Central Asia.
The upcoming B5+1 Forum aims to address practical solutions to the challenges facing these priority sectors to help increase international investment in the region.
Over two days, experts and business community leaders will share their vision for an integrated economic future for Central Asia as a single regional market.

Greenberg Traurig Grows Real Estate and Energy Practices with Addition of Paul Williams

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Real Estate Practice with the addition of Shareholder Paul M. Williams. He joins the firm from Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP.

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Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Real Estate Practice with the addition of Shareholder Paul M. Williams.
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Real Estate Practice with the addition of Shareholder Paul M. Williams .
Williams' practice rests at the intersection of the firm's Real Estate and Energy & Natural Resources practices.
"Greenberg Traurig has some of the best real estate lawyers in the country working on leading edge projects," Williams said.

Verde appoints Renato Mendes as Vice President Strategic Accounts

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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SINGAPORE, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verde AgriTech Ltd (TSX: “NPK”) ("Verde” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce Renato Mendes as Vice President Strategic Accounts.

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SINGAPORE, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verde AgriTech Ltd (TSX: “NPK”) ("Verde” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce Renato Mendes as Vice President Strategic Accounts.
Mr. Mendes will lead a team focused exclusively on Verde’s main customers, who collectively farm over 9 million hectares.
"I first met Renato Mendes 16 years ago in his hometown of São Gotardo, Minas Gerais state, where Verde's operations are.
From 2014 to 2021, Renato Mendes led "Terra do Leite" project, a groundbreaking integrated farming and dairy business he co-envisioned.

Virginia Green Blooms as "Agribusiness of the Year" in 2024 Virginia Agribusiness Council Awards

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Monday, January 15, 2024

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RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virginia Green, a leading provider of lawn care services in the Commonwealth, has been named the 2024 Agribusiness of the Year by the Virginia Agribusiness Council.

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RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virginia Green, a leading provider of lawn care services in the Commonwealth, has been named the 2024 Agribusiness of the Year by the Virginia Agribusiness Council.
With over 1300 attendees, the banquet saw the Council's highest attendance ever, further highlighting the significance of Virginia Green's achievement.
Gil Grattan, owner of Virginia Green and a Council member for over 20 years, expressed his heartfelt gratitude: "Thank you all for this incredible honor!
This award serves as a testament to Virginia Green's unwavering dedication to their values and their positive impact on the Virginia community.

MUSH FOODS LAUNCHES FIRST RESTAURANT-READY MUSHROOM ROOT BLENDS IN THE US AFFORDABLY BOOSTING NUTRITION, FLAVOR AND SUSTAINABILTY IN MEAT DISHES

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

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HUDSON VALLEY, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mush Foods, the food-tech innovator behind a groundbreaking mushroom mycelium blend, today announced the launch of 50Cut, a unique line of chef-crafted mushroom root blends that improve nutrition and sustainability in ground beef, poultry, and fish dishes. Mush Foods utilizes a proprietary, highly efficient, and sustainable above-ground cultivation technique to rapidly grow a variety of culinary-grade mushroom roots. This US launch follows last year's introduction for restaurants in Israel.

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Mush Foods utilizes a proprietary, highly efficient, and sustainable above-ground cultivation technique to rapidly grow a variety of culinary-grade mushroom roots.
"We've crafted a product that help reduce meat consumption while enhancing flavor, juiciness, and yields."
Mush Foods enters the market at a pivotal moment as nearly 1 in 4 consumers say they are attempting to cut back on meat.
* Mush Foods is offering the market a flavor-first ingredient that gives chefs the culinary flexibility to meet evolving consumer needs.

Friends of the California State Fair Celebrates 30th Year of Scholarship Program

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Friends of the California State Fair this week opened the online application for their annual scholarship program that awards more than $40,000 to California students pursuing post-secondary education.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Friends of the California State Fair this week opened the online application for their annual scholarship program that awards more than $40,000 to California students pursuing post-secondary education.
For the 2024-25 academic year, Friends of the California State Fair will award $1,000 to $2,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors and students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of disciplines.
Top winners in select categories may be invited to compete for the $5,000 Ironstone Concours Foundation/Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship, an award that recognizes one outstanding candidate.
The Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship Program is a collaborative effort between the Friends of the California State Fair, the California Agricultural Advisory Council and the State Fair Gala Committee.