By Claude Flueckiger, Flueckiger Consulting What if the biggest innovation opportunity in agriculture is not chemistry, but biology powered by technology? The crop protection industry may be closer to that shift than many realize. Major agricultural chemical companies are undergoing their most significant restructuring in two decades, citing pressures from generics, regulations, and rising capital […]
By Staff Writer, Global AgInvesting Media Ernst & Young Assessoria Empresarial Ltda. (EY Brazil) has officially announced an agreement to acquire MB Agro. Based in São Paulo, MB Agro is a premier strategic consulting and market intelligence boutique renowned for its deep expertise in the Brazilian agribusiness landscape. The acquisition marks a pivotal expansion of […]
By the Queensland Government As global demand grows for more secure energy sources, biofuels are emerging as a critical pillar of the transition to a lower‑emissions economy. Queensland, Australia, is well placed to lead that shift. With varied agricultural, forestry and waste feedstocks, strong regional supply chains, established ports and freight infrastructure, and clear government […]
By the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) As global agriculture and food investors navigate tightening supply chains, rising input costs, decarbonisation pressures and increasing demand from Asia–Pacific markets, the next generation of agricultural growth hubs is being defined not just by productivity at the farmgate but by their ability to bring together advanced manufacturing, logistics, […]
By Staff Writer, Global AgInvesting Media A milestone for natural capital investing, the BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (BTG) has officially closed fundraising for its Latin American Reforestation Strategy, securing a record $1.24 billion in commitments. The announcement, made late April 2026, solidifies the initiative as the largest-known reforestation and restoration fund closed to date. […]
By Artem Milinchuk, Founder & Head of Strategy at FarmTogether, a farmland investment manager Artificial intelligence is transforming industries across the global economy. Algorithms now write software, analyze financial markets, and power autonomous systems that once required human judgment. In some sectors, companies are already pointing to AI-driven efficiency as a reason they need fewer workers. […]
By the Queensland Government Queensland is one of the most diverse and capable food and fibre production regions in the Southern Hemisphere. Tropical, subtropical and temperate climates enable year-round production across an extraordinary range of commodities. Here, you can produce anything. From the tropical north, extensive grazing in central and western Queensland and fertile horticulture […]
By Staff Writer, Global AgInvesting Media In a move that cements its position as a leader in the global timberland investment sector, Forest Investment Associates L.P. (FIA) has announced the successful acquisition of all remaining passive limited partner interests. This milestone transaction, announced on April 15, 2026, officially transitions the firm to 100% employee ownership, […]
By Autumn Demberger, Global AgInvesting Media Attendees flooded the streets of New York this week to attend Global AgInvesting’s 18th Annual World Summit. With more than 40 sessions, countless networking opportunities and an agenda designed with prominent agribusiness trends and changes in mind, it was an event worth the hype. To kick things off this […]
By Staff Writer, Global AgInvesting Media A new analysis from Mordor Intelligence revealed that the global sunflower oil market is entering a period of what could be considered significant structural expansion. Projected to grow from USD $32.14 billion in 2025 to USD $44.79 billion by 2031, the sector has been maintaining a steady compound annual […]
By Autumn Demberger, Global AgInvesting Media Central to agribusiness asset management is the integration of sustainable practices, which ensures the steady appreciation of farmland as a long-term asset. One such sustainable practice is looking at natural capital—“the world’s stock of natural assets—including plants, animals, air, water, soils, and minerals—that provide benefits to humans.” But what […]
By Autumn Demberger, Global AgInvesting Media Ahead of Global AgInvesting’s 2026 World Summit in New York this April 27-29, Colin Butterfield, Managing Partner, Solum Partners, answered a few questions on his upcoming session. Below’s a sneak peek of what’s in store for the Apr. 29 discussion, “Retailer and Consumer Trends Reshaping Fresh Fruit Supply Chains.” […]
