Advanta Seeds, part of UPL Group, is committed to sustainability and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The focus of Advanta Seeds is smallholder farmers who grow 80% of food for communities in Africa, Asia, and South America, and most often suffer from hunger and poverty.
Ajay Bio-Tech has been in the field of manufacturing biological, herbal and organic result-oriented products for the last 3 decades. We have well equipped, DSIR, Govt Of India approved in-house research and development laboratory and 3 state-of-the-art manufacturing units in India. We @ Ajay Bio-Tech envisioned the way we should associate not only with farmers but with the nature itself through our "Biofix" range of products.
With our Biofix products, initially we crafted a new way of farmer-nature partnership, nurturing the biodiversity in farming micro-environment and re-inventing the farm sector. As our own experience grew, we diversified our product portfolio in Pubic Health and Home Care domain by introducing chemical-free environmental-friendly products.
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Projects on Cashew value added Products (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid & Kernel Processing, Activated Carbon from Cashew Nut Shell, Cashew Fruit Juice from Cashew Apple, Cashew nuts Processing (Dried & Fried), Cashew Nut Processing with CNSL, Cashew Nut Processing, Cardanol from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL)) -Investment Opportunity for Startups and Entrepreneurs
Every year, the world eats more than 600,000 metric tons of cashew. Every single cashew nut comes from its own cashew apple, which are grown on cashew trees and thrive in tropical climates. The nuts are then collected, dried, shelled, peeled, graded, and roasted.
Cashew nuts are among the most nutritious nuts in the world. Cashews are low in fat, have zero cholesterol, are high in protein, and include a large amount of important vitamins and minerals.
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Two of the biggest issues on the global agenda are nutrition and climate change. These are equally important for India. Add to this the plight of Indian farmers and we have some tough challenges. Typically, solutions for these big issues work in silos. The Smart Foodl approach is about finding solutions that are good for you, the planet and the farmer, in unison. The first step in achieving this is to focus on diversifying staples with Smart Foods. Given that staples are often 70% of a meal and typically refined carbohydrate, hence there is little nutrition being gained, this is where we can have big impact. Millets and sorghum are excellent foods to target to diversify staples and they fit the criteria of being Smart Foods.
Ajay Bio-Tech has been in the field of manufacturing biological, herbal and organic result-oriented products for the last 3 decades. We have well equipped, DSIR, Govt Of India approved in-house research and development laboratory and 3 state-of-the-art manufacturing units in India. We @ Ajay Bio-Tech envisioned the way we should associate not only with farmers but with the nature itself through our "Biofix" range of products.
With our Biofix products, initially we crafted a new way of farmer-nature partnership, nurturing the biodiversity in farming micro-environment and re-inventing the farm sector. As our own experience grew, we diversified our product portfolio in Pubic Health and Home Care domain by introducing chemical-free environmental-friendly products.
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Projects on Cashew value added Products (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid & Kernel Processing, Activated Carbon from Cashew Nut Shell, Cashew Fruit Juice from Cashew Apple, Cashew nuts Processing (Dried & Fried), Cashew Nut Processing with CNSL, Cashew Nut Processing, Cardanol from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL)) -Investment Opportunity for Startups and Entrepreneurs
Every year, the world eats more than 600,000 metric tons of cashew. Every single cashew nut comes from its own cashew apple, which are grown on cashew trees and thrive in tropical climates. The nuts are then collected, dried, shelled, peeled, graded, and roasted.
Cashew nuts are among the most nutritious nuts in the world. Cashews are low in fat, have zero cholesterol, are high in protein, and include a large amount of important vitamins and minerals.
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Two of the biggest issues on the global agenda are nutrition and climate change. These are equally important for India. Add to this the plight of Indian farmers and we have some tough challenges. Typically, solutions for these big issues work in silos. The Smart Foodl approach is about finding solutions that are good for you, the planet and the farmer, in unison. The first step in achieving this is to focus on diversifying staples with Smart Foods. Given that staples are often 70% of a meal and typically refined carbohydrate, hence there is little nutrition being gained, this is where we can have big impact. Millets and sorghum are excellent foods to target to diversify staples and they fit the criteria of being Smart Foods.
Sales and Distribution Management of Bayer Crop Science Limited Dr. Asokendu Samanta
Abstract: Go-to-market systems, with multiple marketing channels that link suppliers with their customers, have radically evolved beyond simple advertising or salesperson marketing channels. The present report discusses on the sales and distribution management of Bayer Crop Science Limited, who has been producing various products in the filed of crop protection for more than a century. Data on sales and distribution of Bayer are collected through a face to face interview (shown in Appendix) with the Manager, Sales and Support of Bayer. The pros and cons of the system are discussed, critically analyzed and findings are listed in conclusions.
Mango - The king of Fruits.
This PowerPoint Presentation was prepared on Mango Cultivation, Production of mango, Cost of Production, Related Industries, People involved with mango production, Problems and Solution of the mango Production.
All the data have been collected from the Yearbook of Agricultural Statistics 2015, Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics.
Summer Internship Report- 2019 (Bestech Seeds India Pvt. Ltd.)HemantMeena50
“A study of Promotion strategies adopted by Bestech Seed India Pvt. Ltd. regarding demand generation of Bajra at Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, Sikar districts of Rajasthan.”
India is the fourth largest global producer of agrochemicals after the US, Japan and China. This segment generated a value of USD 4.4 billion in FY15 and is expected to grow at 7.5% per annum to reach USD 6.3 billion by FY20. Approximately 50% of the demand comes from domestic consumers and the rest from exports. During the same period, the domestic demand is expected to grow at 6.5% per annum and exports at 9% per annum.
Sales and Distribution Management of Bayer Crop Science Limited Dr. Asokendu Samanta
Abstract: Go-to-market systems, with multiple marketing channels that link suppliers with their customers, have radically evolved beyond simple advertising or salesperson marketing channels. The present report discusses on the sales and distribution management of Bayer Crop Science Limited, who has been producing various products in the filed of crop protection for more than a century. Data on sales and distribution of Bayer are collected through a face to face interview (shown in Appendix) with the Manager, Sales and Support of Bayer. The pros and cons of the system are discussed, critically analyzed and findings are listed in conclusions.
Mango - The king of Fruits.
This PowerPoint Presentation was prepared on Mango Cultivation, Production of mango, Cost of Production, Related Industries, People involved with mango production, Problems and Solution of the mango Production.
All the data have been collected from the Yearbook of Agricultural Statistics 2015, Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics.
Summer Internship Report- 2019 (Bestech Seeds India Pvt. Ltd.)HemantMeena50
“A study of Promotion strategies adopted by Bestech Seed India Pvt. Ltd. regarding demand generation of Bajra at Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, Sikar districts of Rajasthan.”
India is the fourth largest global producer of agrochemicals after the US, Japan and China. This segment generated a value of USD 4.4 billion in FY15 and is expected to grow at 7.5% per annum to reach USD 6.3 billion by FY20. Approximately 50% of the demand comes from domestic consumers and the rest from exports. During the same period, the domestic demand is expected to grow at 6.5% per annum and exports at 9% per annum.
Heerglobal Agritech Collaborations Pvt Ltd provides various agriculture services, such as farmer's training for natural organic farming, organic certification, farm produce marketing, FPO / FPC formation, agribusiness startup support, etc. We also provide protective farming solutions for Hi-Tech farming.
Transforming Food Systems with Aquatic Foods: Scaling up sustainable producti...WorldFish
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BIG IDEAS for partnerships in sustainable developmentICRISAT
ICRISAT has identified the biggest hurdles and opportunities critical for the
development of agriculture and agribusiness in the drylands.
The drylands cover 40% of the world’s land, where one-third of the people depend on agriculture and over 600 million of these people are among the poorest in the world. Climate change is also making the drylands a tougher environment to develop and survive.
Smart Food Kenya- Good For You - The Planet - The FarmerICRISAT
Smart Food is a global initiative coordinated by the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). In Kenya, with the support of Feed the Future and USAID, ICRISAT has partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries and the Ministry of Health to promote production and utilization of Smart Food which is good for consumers, the planet and the farmers.Smart Food helps solve a number of our biggest issues n unison: rural poverty, malnutrition and adaptation to climate change and environmental degradation. A major impact can be made if we not only popularize but also mainstream Smart Food – bringing diversity in diets and on the farm. This must be undertaken, ensuring rural communities benefit through better health and livelihood improvements. Other global benefits will be new market development and growth and more sustainable diets.
On account of International Year of Lets Millet, ICRISAT smartfoods initiative provides the better use of millet and its effect on climate change and mitigating the challenge of Malnutrition
A Smart Food initiative has been developed with the aim to mainstream Smart Food – bringing diversity in diets and on the farm. This is to make a major breakthrough in overcoming malnutrition and rural poverty, and being more sustainable on the environment.Ensuring smallholder farmers and rural communities
are pulled out of poverty and hidden hunger- This will require a concerted effort working with rural health workers, connecting farmers to the value chain and advocacy for research and development and supporting policies.
The Footprint Forum went to Fruit Towers to talk about Agriculture Abroad and the positive contribution that Foodservice can make to the global food system and sustainability
Andrew Noble presents on how we need to change the way we do agriculture so that it builds resilience into our food systems. Sustainable governance and management of ecosystems, natural resources and Earth system processes at large, provides the basis for practical solutions towards a sustainable resilient agriculture.
Find out more about what WLE is doing: wle.cgiar.org
What is your vision for the smart food initiative? & what led to the initiati...ICRISAT
I envision Smart Food becoming a part of regular diets and the food system. By building millets and sorghum as a major business and progressing from the Big 3 to create the Big 5 and later the Big 7, we will have a major impact on global issues of nutrition/health, environment, and farmer welfare. Millets are traditional foods of these areas, are super nutritious, survive with minimal water and are often
the last crop standing in times of drought. They are recognized as “Climate Smart” crops. They are also prone to very few pests and diseases and are often naturally organic and have a low carbon footprint.
Investors given latest intelligence on water technology opportunities from O...Eva Davies
Investment professionals were given the latest intelligence and analysis of the global water technology market recently by O2 Environmental. Company CEO Paul O'Callaghan provided these insights while speaking at the European Energy Venture Fair in Zurich Switzerland September 2011.
How the dairy industry can save water and energy and create revenueEva Davies
In this presentation by Paul O'Callaghan CEO O2 Environmental outlines, by way of a case study, how it is possible to save money and actually create revenue streams through sustainable water and energy management and with a little bit of creative out thinking in the dairy industry.
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This is news from BlueTech Tracker http://www.bluetechtracker.com/ the most comprehensive database of innovative emerging water technology companies - April 2011
Water Technology Markets: Key opportunities emerging trends - Global Water In...Eva Davies
This is a BlueTech Tracker http://www.bluetechtracker.com/ presentation about investment opportunities in emerging water technologies. The presentation was made at Global Water Intelligence (GWI) 2009 by Paul O'Callaghan CEO of O2 Environmental founding company of BlueTech Tracker.
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A brief about organic farming/ Natural farming/ Zero budget natural farming/ Subash Palekar Natural farming which keeps us and environment safe and healthy. Next gen Agricultural practices of chemical free farming.
Diabetes is a rapidly and serious health problem in Pakistan. This chronic condition is associated with serious long-term complications, including higher risk of heart disease and stroke. Aggressive treatment of hypertension and hyperlipideamia can result in a substantial reduction in cardiovascular events in patients with diabetes 1. Consequently pharmacist-led diabetes cardiovascular risk (DCVR) clinics have been established in both primary and secondary care sites in NHS Lothian during the past five years. An audit of the pharmaceutical care delivery at the clinics was conducted in order to evaluate practice and to standardize the pharmacists’ documentation of outcomes. Pharmaceutical care issues (PCI) and patient details were collected both prospectively and retrospectively from three DCVR clinics. The PCI`s were categorized according to a triangularised system consisting of multiple categories. These were ‘checks’, ‘changes’ (‘change in drug therapy process’ and ‘change in drug therapy’), ‘drug therapy problems’ and ‘quality assurance descriptors’ (‘timer perspective’ and ‘degree of change’). A verified medication assessment tool (MAT) for patients with chronic cardiovascular disease was applied to the patients from one of the clinics. The tool was used to quantify PCI`s and pharmacist actions that were centered on implementing or enforcing clinical guideline standards. A database was developed to be used as an assessment tool and to standardize the documentation of achievement of outcomes. Feedback on the audit of the pharmaceutical care delivery and the database was received from the DCVR clinic pharmacist at a focus group meeting.
Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
Television Appearances
Nelson's char
Characterization and the Kinetics of drying at the drying oven and with micro...Open Access Research Paper
The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
Artificial Reefs by Kuddle Life Foundation - May 2024punit537210
Situated in Pondicherry, India, Kuddle Life Foundation is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the living standards of coastal communities and simultaneously placing a strong emphasis on the protection of marine ecosystems.
One of the key areas we work in is Artificial Reefs. This presentation captures our journey so far and our learnings. We hope you get as excited about marine conservation and artificial reefs as we are.
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Micro RNA genes and their likely influence in rice (Oryza sativa L.) dynamic ...Open Access Research Paper
Micro RNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs molecules having approximately 18-25 nucleotides, they are present in both plants and animals genomes. MiRNAs have diverse spatial expression patterns and regulate various developmental metabolisms, stress responses and other physiological processes. The dynamic gene expression playing major roles in phenotypic differences in organisms are believed to be controlled by miRNAs. Mutations in regions of regulatory factors, such as miRNA genes or transcription factors (TF) necessitated by dynamic environmental factors or pathogen infections, have tremendous effects on structure and expression of genes. The resultant novel gene products presents potential explanations for constant evolving desirable traits that have long been bred using conventional means, biotechnology or genetic engineering. Rice grain quality, yield, disease tolerance, climate-resilience and palatability properties are not exceptional to miRN Asmutations effects. There are new insights courtesy of high-throughput sequencing and improved proteomic techniques that organisms’ complexity and adaptations are highly contributed by miRNAs containing regulatory networks. This article aims to expound on how rice miRNAs could be driving evolution of traits and highlight the latest miRNA research progress. Moreover, the review accentuates miRNAs grey areas to be addressed and gives recommendations for further studies.
"Understanding the Carbon Cycle: Processes, Human Impacts, and Strategies for...MMariSelvam4
The carbon cycle is a critical component of Earth's environmental system, governing the movement and transformation of carbon through various reservoirs, including the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms. This complex cycle involves several key processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and carbon sequestration, each contributing to the regulation of carbon levels on the planet.
Human activities, particularly fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, have significantly altered the natural carbon cycle, leading to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and driving climate change. Understanding the intricacies of the carbon cycle is essential for assessing the impacts of these changes and developing effective mitigation strategies.
By studying the carbon cycle, scientists can identify carbon sources and sinks, measure carbon fluxes, and predict future trends. This knowledge is crucial for crafting policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, enhancing carbon storage, and promoting sustainable practices. The carbon cycle's interplay with climate systems, ecosystems, and human activities underscores its importance in maintaining a stable and healthy planet.
In-depth exploration of the carbon cycle reveals the delicate balance required to sustain life and the urgent need to address anthropogenic influences. Through research, education, and policy, we can work towards restoring equilibrium in the carbon cycle and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
2. Advanta Sustainable Actions | Progress Report2
Contents
Our commitment
We are committed to contributing
to UN Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs) and the prosperity of
smallholder farmers.
Engaging community
We are actively engaging our
employees and community to
create awareness and promote
sustainable lifestyles.
Making an impact
To make a true impact we
are embedding sustainability
into our DNA.
Empowering smallholder farmers
Enhancing nutrition
Technology
for climate change
Adding value
3. Advanta Sustainable Actions | Progress Report3
Our commitment
Sustainable
agriculture
& food security
Advanta Seeds, part of UPL Group, is
committed to sustainability and
contributing to UN Sustainable
Development Goals.
The focus of Advanta Seeds is
smallholder farmers who grow 80% of
food for communities in Africa, Asia,
and South America, and most often
suffer from hunger and poverty.
Sustainable
lifestyle
Advanta Seeds actively promotes
sustainable lifestyles by encouraging
its employees, business partners,
and communities to engage in
sustainable lifestyles and take action
to reduce our environmental
footprint.
No Poverty
Providing high quality seeds to
smallholder farmers to improve
their prosperity, social, and
economic status.
Zero Hunger
Increasing agricultural productivity and
sustainable food production. Enhancing
smallholder farmers’ productivity and
growing more nutritional food.
UPL is a signatory for
the World Business
Council for Sustainable
Development
Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value
4. We conducted an employee survey to find
out how Advanta employees understand sustainability
and what activities they seek to reduce their
environmental footprint. Additionally, many employees
shared in the survey ideas for sustainable actions that
they believe we should take to promote sustainable
agriculture.
Almost half of Advanta employees believe sustainability
is a long-term view, and our actions today affect future
generations. Nearly 64% of Advanta employees are
already familiar with the UN Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs).
The survey revealed that 31% of the employees are
engaged in sustainable actions, and a majority feel
strongly about Advanta making sustainability a priority.
Engaging community
For agricultural impact, the key issues raised were
educating farmers about the use of fertilizers,
increasing natural and organic soil nourishment, and
preserving a natural ecosystem.
Reducing water and energy use, and recycling were
among the most frequently referred actions taken by
individual employees.
"I live in an apartment where
I am a treasurer. Three years ago,
I convinced 40 apartment owners in the
complex to install a rainwater harvesting
system where run off from our roof is
channelled to a percolation tank and then
into a nearby borewell. Otherwise,
rainwater simply goes into the drains. We
also ensure that there is no littering around
and educate people wherever we notice
such actions," shared one of the Advanta
employees in the survey.
Our goal is to create UN SDGs
awareness and engage 100% of
our employees in sustainable
actions by 2021.
Advanta Sustainable Actions | Progress Report4
Sustainable actions
engaged by our employees
Recycling
20%
Planting greenery
& trees 16%
Reducing plastic
use 15%
Solar Power
use 6%
Encourage others
to be more
sustainable 5%
Reduce water
use 8%
We actively engage our employees and community to create sustainability awareness and promote sustainable lifestyles.
At Advanta, we listen to our employees and collect feedback from our community to understand what issues are the most
pressing that we can address as a company.
Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value
5. To c
Making an impact
I believe a true impact
can be created by all of us,
individually, by taking small
steps every day
and think how we grow, share,
and consume our food. How
we can minimize our
environmental footprint.
I believe every member of the
Advanta team can make an
impact and inspire others.
In each Advanta region from Australia to South
America, we hosted town halls in local languages
to communicate the new focus and direction to
become a truly sustainable business. At the town
halls, our leaders made a strong call for action.
They signed a sustainability pledge to show their
commitment to Advanta strategy, encouraging
employees to make their commitments as well.
The teams were eager to take action instantly.
For example, our South Asia team signed a
pledge never to use plastic again.
To empower Advanta employees, we provided
everyone with a toolkit detailing information on
the UN SDG and Advanta sustainability
directions, a personal sustainability pledge, and a
customized UN SDGs lapel pin. In some regions,
employees also received water bottles and
ceramic cups to stop using plastic.
The sustainability town halls brought a lot of
enthusiasm and eagerness to take action.
Advanta’s sustainable direction is part of its
parent company UPL’s sustainable strategy
focused on contributing to the UN SDGs.
UPL has been addressing the global challenges of
food security, climate change, and environmental
degradation proactively with a long-term
sustainability strategy.
Sustainability Town Hall in Kiev, Ukraine with participation of Bhupen, Advanta Global
CEO and Advanta Global Management Team.
Advanta employees in Nairobi, Kenya signing their own sustainability pledge.
Advanta Sustainable Actions | Progress Report5
„
Bhupen, Global CEO Advanta Seeds
Our sustainability focus and commitment resonates throughout the company to embed sustainability into our DNA. We
encourage every employee at Advanta to make a difference and live a more sustainable life.
„
Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value
6. Technology for climate change
Responding to
farmers needs
The primary crop for many smallholder farmers across
the world is corn. In recent years, corn growers
in tropical geographies of South America, Asia,
and Africa have struggled with emerging warm pests as
a result of changing biodiversity.
We took an active approach, and in partnership with
CIAT circulated the warm pest identification guide. The
guide proved to be an excellent tool for growers to
improve corn crops.
To promote the guide, we arranged many presentations
with the CIAT expert for the Colombian and Bolivian
agronomists and farmers. Disseminating the guide helped
many farmers to save the crop from infestation. We are
planning to circulate this publication in other tropical
geographies.
Climate
Smart Crops
In Africa, South America, and Asia, temperatures are
drastically rising and drying out crop fields. We actively
promote crops that are naturally drought resistant and
perform well in harsher climates. Sorghum is one of these
crops.
In Africa under the program Climate Smart Africa,
we work with FAO and Farm Africa to introduce to farmers
sorghum crops in place of corn, which is less productive in
a drought. Our sorghum hybrid PAC 501 demonstrated
outstanding performance and a stable yield in this region.
PAC 501 will be promoted in 180 field demos across 64
villages in Tanzania. The farmers will have an opportunity
to learn about sorghum benefits and the best agronomy
practices to boost productivity.
Applying new
technologies
We work closely with our parent company UPL to use
new technologies that provide climate change solutions
to improve crops for smallholder farmers.
One of the revolutionary UPL eco-friendly technologies
is ZEBA, which improves soil capacity and productivity
and allows a 20% savings in water use.
We provided ZEBA for okra growers to test this
technology in vegetables. In India. ZEBA improved the
seeds’ germination, soil aeration, and overall vigor and
health of the crop. It also retained the soil moisture and
reduced irrigation. This excellent result gave hope to many
vegetable farmers in India where droughts are more
frequent. ZEBA provides crop assurance even in dry
conditions when water is scarce.
Tanzanian farmer in PAC 501 Sorghum field
With a changing climate, smallholder farmers face new challenges that require tailored solutions.
At Advanta Seeds, we aim to provide innovation and seeds technology to address the most challenging issues.
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CIAT expert, Jairo Rodríguez Chalarca, giving a presentation on warm pests.
Without ZEBA (control) With ZEBA
Testing ZEBA technology in okra field in India.
Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value
7. Enhancing nutrition
Growing nutritional crops is essential to fight hunger and malnutrition. Most farmers in regions with food security challenges are
smallholder farmers who lack resources and knowledge to be productive and to feed their families. We look for the best solutions
and technology to improve nutritional value and provide high yielding crops.
Promoting nutritional
vegetables
We focus on nutritional vegetables in tropical
geographies in Africa, Asia, and South America. One of
the most nutritional vegetables in these regions is
okra. Our research and innovations in okra have
already benefited many farmers. One of the most
innovative products we have recently launched is Jaani
okra in India. Jaani is highly tolerant to combinations
of viruses and is high yielding. We made this
technology accessible to smallholder farmers at no
extra cost.
Additionally, we launched a nutrition campaign on
social media to promote the health benefits of okra.
The campaign included an okra recipe book published
and distributed for free to okra growers and their
communities.
Boosting health with
vitamin A orange maize
In partnership with HarvestPlus, we launched biofortified
vitamin A orange maize GV673A, with many health and
agronomic benefits for farmers. The crop has a high
amount of nutritious vitamin A, essential for the growth
and development of children. The biofortification also
makes this crop more drought and disease resistant.
The GV673A launch is supported by the Ministry of
Agriculture and various NGO organizations in Zambia. Our
goal is to reach as many farmers and communities as
possible who need nutritional food. We have planned 1000
field days to promote the nutritional and agronomy
benefits of orange maize. This crop can substitute
traditionally grown white maize offering more income to
farmers and nutritious meals for their families.
Improving quality and
production of milk
We proactively collaborate with local organizations to
introduce forage crops for dairy livestock in Tanzania
and Kenya. The forage sorghum tested by the local
growers demonstrated better quality and higher milk
production. This forage crop is highly adopted by the
individual farmers as well as the dairy co-operatives.
Currently, we are working with local NGOs to
promote forage crops to improve milk production and
nutrition for the local communities. To introduce the
forage crops, we have already planned 50 field days to
reach 100,000 farmers in Tanzania. The farmers will
be able to learn how to grow forages and how to
prepare the animal feed.
Jaani okra field in India Bbiofortified vitamin A orange maize GV673A A field demonstration for Sugargraze forage sorghum in Tanzania.
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Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value
8. Adding value
Adding value to smallholder farmers is to go beyond seeds and provide opportunities that can significantly improve their
livelihood. Advanta Seeds is actively exploring the food production value chain to add value to smallholder farmers.
Engaging value chain
partners
We recognizethatprovidingfarmerswith opportunitiesto sell
cropsis as essentialas providinghigh-qualityseeds.
Smallholderfarmersdo not have thebargainingpower to
securefairmarket pricesand buyersfor theirproduce.
We activelylook forpartnersin thefood valuechainto extend
thesupport tofarmersand ensuretheirincome.
In Thailand, we have an MOU agreement with Betagro
Feed Mill (Silo) and seven Provincial Agricultural
Governments to promote corn and guarantee a fair
purchase price for the farmers. This partnership already
impacts over 33,000 smallholder farmers. The
successful collaboration inspired another agreement
with Sunsweet Ltd for the development of sweet corn
varieties for the processing industry. This scheme
impacts over 15,000 smallholder farmers in northern
Thailand.
Securing farmers income
through value chain
We joined with East African Breweries in Kenya
to provide sustainable income for the smallholder farmers.
This relationship has been benefiting local farmers for the past
few years, offering them regular and guaranteed profit.
Our high performing sorghum hybrids, such as ADV23012,
gained the trust of the brewery and the farmers who moved
from traditionally grown crops to sorghum. Our grain sorghum
hybrids perform well even in dry conditions and are less risky
crops to grow for the smallholder farmers, whose livelihood
depends on the crop performance. We offer training and field
demonstrations where farmers can learn how to grow sorghum
and maximize crop productivity.
Farmers who participate in the scheme receive a farming
contract from the brewery with guaranteed prices for the
grain, providing them a stable income.
Empowering farmers
with new technologies
Every year, Africa exports over $35 billion worth of
agricultural produce. Some of it travels to the UAE,
which imports about 80% of its food. The Meet the
Farmer Conference is designed to drive business
partnerships between Africa and the GCC region. The
conference aims to improve bilateral trade and drive
technology innovation in agriculture.
Advanta Seeds was awarded “Best Innovative
Company” at the 2019 Meet the Farmers Conference.
The award recognizesthe impact Advanta’stechnologies
are making on smallholder farmersin Africa. The highly
performing hybrids from sunflower,sorghum to
vegetablesallow smallholderfarmersto be more
productive.
Advanta Thailand (Pacific Seeds Ltd) and Sunsweet Ltd signing the agreement
on sweetcorn development project.
Grain sorghum field day in Kenya.
Advanta Seeds Award
received at the 2019 Meet
the Farmers Conference.
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Africanfarmer
productivitybenefits
the neighboringregion,
such as the GCC,which
relies heavilyon
importedfood.
Our commitment Engaging community Making an impact
Technology for climate
change
Enhancing nutrition Adding value