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ADM Expands Regenerative Agriculture Programs to More Than 4.6 Million Acres
ADM’s regenerative agriculture programs reached more than 56,000 farmers across 4.6 million acres in 2025, as the company continues to expand efforts to connect on-farm practices with demand for lower-carbon agricultural products.
The company’s fourth annual regenerative agriculture report, released today, covers programs spanning 11 countries and 10 crops. Compared with regional benchmarks, ADM said the programs resulted in approximately 946,000 metric tons of CO₂e reductions.
The scale of the programs reflects the growing role regenerative agriculture is playing in...
Government of Canada Announces Farm Credit to Strengthen Food Security and Grow the Economy
The world is changing rapidly, trade shifts, global conflict, and climate change are all putting growing pressure on our food security systems. In response, Canada is charting a new course. We are building our strength at home and diversifying our partnerships abroad - creating new opportunities for long-term growth, resilience, and investment.
Today, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food announced the launch of Farm Credit Canada's (FCC) $1 billion Agri-food Project Finance Fund, and $150 million to Velocity Agri...
Syngenta, McDonald’s, McCain Sign MOU Toward Resilience in China's Potato Supply Chain
On June 24, leaders in China's Syngenta Group said they will partner with counterparts in the country from McDonald’s and McCain to build a more resilient and sustainable potato supply chain, according to a press release. Leaders from the companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo.
Industry Leaders on Tackling 2025 Challenges and Preparing for 2026 - Agri-Food Americas 2025
On day two of Agri-Food Americas 2025, a panel discussion moderated by Russ Whitman, Director of Market Reporting for Protein at Expana, gathered industry professionals to address the pressing challenges of 2025 and explore strategies for adapting to regulatory and geopolitical pressures. The panelists also discussed key disruptors to watch as we move into 2026.
The session began with a focus on market challenges anticipated in 2025 and the responses to them. Audrey Brown, VP of Gourmet at Fortune Fish Co, highlighted ongoing...
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