#Agribusiness Industry

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The agricultural lobby is a sprawling, complex machine with vast financial resources, deep political connections and a sophisticated network of legal and public relations experts.  “The farm lobby has been one of the most successful lobbies in Europe in terms of relentlessly getting what they want over a very long time,” says Ariel Brunner, Europe director of non-governmental organisation BirdLife International.  Industry groups spend between €9.35mn and €11.54mn a year lobbying Brussels alone, according to a recent report by the Changing Markets Foundation, another NGO. In the US, agricultural trade associations are “enormously powerful”, says Ben Lilliston, director of rural strategies and climate change at the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy. “Our farm policy is very much their policy.” The sector’s spending on US lobbying rose from $145mn in 2019 to $177mn last year, more than the total big oil and gas spent, according to an analysis by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS).  In Brazil, where agribusiness accounts for a quarter of GDP, the Instituto Pensar Agropecuária is “the most influential lobbying group”, according to Caio Pompeia, an anthropologist and researcher at the University of São Paulo. “It combines economic strength with clearly defined aims, a well-executed strategy and political intelligence,” he adds. As a result of this reach, big agribusinesses and farmers have successfully secured exemptions from stringent environmental regulations, won significant subsidies and maintained favourable tax breaks.

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Research suggests that big farms and landowners reap far greater benefits from subsidy packages than small-scale growers, even though the latter are often the public face of lobbying efforts. “It’ll almost always be a farmer testifying before Congress or talking to the press, rather than the CEO of JBS,” says Lilliston. But between 1995 and 2023, some 27 per cent of subsidies to farmers in the US went to the richest 1 per cent of recipients, according to NGO the Environmental Working Group. In the EU, 80 per cent of the cash handed out under the CAP goes to just 20 per cent of farms.

22 August 2024

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Brazil has managed to significantly reduce deforestation in the Amazon forest, but the devastation continues to increase in other important ecosystems. Among the hardest hit is the Cerrado, a savanna-like environment which has become a preferred target for farms looking to increase the production of commodities such as soy, corn, cotton, and beef. Paulo Cabral, traveled to the country’s heartland to investigate.

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Step-by-Step: The Comprehensive Process of Agriculture

Welcome to a detailed exploration of the fascinating world of agriculture! In this article, we will take you on a journey through the step-by-step process of agriculture, uncovering the intricate techniques and practices that cultivate the food we enjoy every day. From seed selection to harvest, each stage plays a crucial role in producing high-quality crops.

Welcome to a detailed exploration of the fascinating world of agriculture! In this article, we will take you on a journey through the step-by-step process of agriculture, uncovering the intricate techniques and practices that cultivate the food we enjoy every day. From seed selection to harvest, each stage plays a crucial role in producing high-quality crops. Importance of Agriculture in…

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The Environmental Footprint: Life Cycle Assessment of Seaweed Market Products

Introduction:

The Commercial Seaweed Market is experiencing explosive growth, driven by its diverse applications in food, bioplastics, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels. However, with this growth comes the increasing scrutiny of the environmental impact of seaweed production. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) emerges as a critical tool for evaluating the environmental footprint of seaweed products across their entire life cycle.

This article delves into LCA for seaweed products, analyzes the key stages assessed, explores potential environmental impacts, and discusses strategies for optimizing the sustainability of the commercial seaweed industry.

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Beyond the Kelp Forests: The Rise of the Commercial Seaweed Market

Seaweed offers a vast array of benefits:

Sustainable Food Source: A nutritious food source rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, with a lower environmental footprint compared to land-based protein sources.

Biodegradable Bioplastics: A promising alternative to traditional plastics, with seaweed-based bioplastics being biodegradable and compostable.

Bioactive Compounds: Certain seaweed species contain unique polysaccharides with potential applications in developing new drugs and treatments.

Renewable Biofuels: Seaweed holds promise as a source of renewable biofuel, offering a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels.

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Beyond the Surface: Why Life Cycle Assessment Matters for Seaweed Products

LCA provides a comprehensive evaluation of the environmental impact of a product throughout its lifespan:

Holistic Approach: Assesses environmental impacts from raw material extraction to production, processing, distribution, use, and end-of-life stages.

Identifies Hotspots: Helps pinpoint the stages in the life cycle with the most significant environmental impact, allowing for targeted improvements.

Data-Driven Decisions: Provides data-driven insights to optimize production processes and minimize environmental footprint.

Beyond the Cultivation: Key Stages Assessed in the LCA of Seaweed Products

LCA for seaweed products typically assesses these key stages:

Seaweed Cultivation: Evaluates the environmental impact of farm establishment, seed production, fertilizer use, and energy consumption during cultivation.

Harvesting and Processing: Assesses the environmental impact of harvesting methods, transportation to processing facilities, and energy used during processing.

Production and Manufacturing: Analyzes the environmental impact of energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation during product manufacturing.

Distribution and Use: Evaluates the environmental impact of transportation, packaging materials, and potential energy consumption during product use.

End-of-Life: Assesses the environmental impact of product disposal, including options for biodegradation, composting, or recycling.

Beyond the Hype: Potential Environmental Impacts of Seaweed Products

While seaweed offers sustainability advantages, potential environmental impacts need consideration:

Nutrient Loading: Excessive fertilizer use in seaweed farms can contribute to nutrient pollution in coastal ecosystems.

Habitat Disruption: Unsustainable farming practices can disrupt seabed ecosystems and impact marine biodiversity.

Energy Consumption: Energy used during processing, manufacturing, and transportation can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

End-of-Life Management: Improper disposal of seaweed products can lead to landfill waste or marine pollution.

Beyond the Challenge: Strategies for Sustainable Seaweed Production

Strategies exist to minimize the environmental footprint of seaweed products:

Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA): Combining seaweed farming with other aquaculture practices can reduce nutrient pollution and promote ecosystem health.

Sustainable Farming Practices: Utilizing organic fertilizers, minimizing waste, and employing efficient harvesting methods can optimize environmental sustainability.

Renewable Energy Integration: Powering seaweed processing facilities with renewable energy sources like solar or wind power can reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Biodegradable Packaging: Using biodegradable or compostable packaging materials minimizes waste associated with seaweed products.

Circular Economy Principles: Implementing circular economy principles by exploring opportunities for upcycling or repurposing seaweed waste can further reduce environmental impact.

Beyond the Present: The Future of Sustainable Seaweed Production

The future of the commercial seaweed market hinges on sustainable practices:

LCA Standardization: Developing standardized LCA methodologies for seaweed products ensures consistent and reliable data for environmental impact assessment.

Consumer Awareness: Raising consumer awareness about the environmental impact of seaweed products empowers them to make informed choices and support sustainable producers.

Government Regulations: Implementing regulations that incentivize sustainable seaweed farming practices and discourage environmentally harmful practices.

Technological Innovation: Investing in research and development to improve efficiency and minimize energy consumption throughout the seaweed product lifecycle.

Conclusion: A Sea of Sustainability - Navigating the Future of Seaweed Products

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) illuminates the path towards a truly sustainable commercial seaweed industry. By holistically analyzing the environmental impact of seaweed products, we can identify areas for improvement and embrace practices that minimize our footprint on the planet. As the demand for seaweed grows, embracing sustainability is no longer a choice, but a necessity.

This journey towards a sea of sustainability requires a multi-pronged approach:

Collaboration across the Value Chain: Collaboration between farmers, processors, manufacturers, and retailers is crucial to implement and ensure widespread adoption of sustainable practices throughout the entire seaweed product life cycle.

Transparency and Communication: Transparency in LCA data and clear communication with consumers empower them to make informed purchasing decisions and support sustainable seaweed products.

Investing in the Future: Investing in research and development is vital for optimizing sustainable farming techniques, minimizing energy consumption in processing, and exploring innovative solutions for end-of-life management.

The future of the commercial seaweed market lies not just in innovation, but in responsible stewardship. By embracing LCA, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing sustainability, we can harness the immense potential of seaweed while safeguarding the health of our oceans for generations to come.

Let's cultivate a future where the commercial seaweed industry is not just a driver of economic growth, but also a champion for environmental well-being. Together, we can navigate this blue frontier and ensure a future where seaweed products contribute to a healthier planet and a thriving ocean ecosystem.

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Biostimulants Market Will Reach USD 7.81 Billion By 2030

The global biostimulants market is witnessing growth and is projected to reach USD 7.81 billion by 2030. This growth of the market can be credited to the propagating demand for food armed with the growing worldwide populace and the growing hunger and malnutrition armed with opposing climate conditions. Furthermore, the overuse of natural resources by human activities, loss of biodiversity, and…

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This Black History Month, reflect for a moment on the fact that George Washington Carver, famously "the inventor of peanut butter and more than 100 industrial uses for peanuts" wasn't, like, Doc Brown fucking around in his garage because he really liked peanuts but was specifically trying to introduce larger use of a nitrogen fixing legume into crop rotations against cotton monoculture which was destroying yields, livelihoods and the biosphere, and how most agribusiness farming now just destroys that topsoil on purpose and continues to grow a cotton monoculture (or soy or corn or whichever local monoculture is profitable) using petrochemical derived fertilizer, which is one element driving climate change

Daniel Hale Williams performed the first successful heart surgery. He also founded the first nonsegregated hospital in America because he was keenly aware of disparate health outcomes by race which is still a problem today.

WEB Dubois was a part of the delegations for the birth of the UN. His proposal to include in the charter that "the colonial system of government … is undemocratic, socially dangerous and a main cause of wars" was not adapted for the final draft. We might see inaction against colonial violence to this day as part of the failure of others to heed his warnings there.

I feel like so often when we look at Black History Month so much of it is driven by factoids but when taken as history in context its about a direct line from decades and centuries to what is happening right now.

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FarmERP: A Cutting-edge Organic Farm Management Software

Discover FarmERP's top-notch plant nursery management software, ERP for Agriculture Industry, and the Best Farm Accounting Software. Explore our Agribusiness Software Solution to streamline your organic farming operations for sustainable, high-quality crop production. Learn more in this informative blog.

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Adani Wilmar Stock Review: Everything You Need to Know About the Agribusiness Giant

We hope that you enjoyed reading this article and learned something new about Adani Wilmar and its stock potential. If you have any feedback, questions, or comments, please feel free to share them with us. We would love to hear from you and learn from you

Adani Wilmar is one of India’s leading agribusiness companies, with a diversified portfolio of products ranging from edible oils, grains, pulses, rice, sugar, to animal feed, biodiesel, and oleochemicals. It is a joint venture between Adani Group, India’s largest infrastructure conglomerate, and Wilmar International, Asia’s leading agribusiness group.In this blog post, (Adani Wilmar Stock Review…

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Capitalism Is the Dance of Death

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From Greece to the Amazon, environmentalists and volunteer firefighters are risking their lives to protect ecosystems threatened by urban expansion, agribusiness, and industrially produced climate change. Yet the causes of these disasters are only accelerating, driven by a system that rewards profit at any price. We are swept up in a rhythm we cannot control, moving faster and faster towards our doom. Capitalism is the danse macabre, the dance of death.

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A plan to build a Google data centre that will use millions of litres of water a day has sparked anger in Uruguay, which is suffering its worst drought in 74 years. Water shortages are so severe in the country that a state of emergency has been declared in Montevideo and the authorities have added salty water to the public drinking water supplies, prompting widespread protests. Critics claim that the government is prioritising water for transnationals and agribusiness at the expense of its own citizens. Daniel Pena, a researcher at the University of the Republic in Montevideo, said: “Only a tiny proportion of water in Uruguay is used for human consumption. The majority is used for big agro industries, such as soya, rice and wood pulping. Now we have Google planning to use enormous quantities of water.”

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services reported killing 375,045 native animals in 2023, according to recent data released by the program. The federal wildlife-killing program targets wolves, coyotes, cougars, birds and other wild animals, primarily to benefit the agriculture industry in states like Texas, Colorado and Idaho.

According to the report, the multimillion-dollar program last year intentionally killed 305 gray wolves, 68,562 coyotes, 430 black bears, 235 mountain lions, 469 bobcats, 2,122 red and gray foxes and 24,603 beavers. These figures almost certainly understate the actual number of animals killed, as program insiders have long lamented that Wildlife Services kills many more animals than it reports.

“I’m horrified by both the sheer number of animals killed by this federal agency and the immense suffering involved,” said Collette Adkins, carnivore conservation director at the Center for Biological Diversity. “It’s hard to even imagine the thousands of coyotes, beavers and other animals who die agonizing deaths from snares, traps or poisons.”

The reported number of native animals killed in 2023 was similar to the previous three years. These recent numbers reflect a steep decline compared to 2019, when approximately 1.3 million native animals were killed. The red-winged blackbird is an example of a species with fewer individuals intentionally killed by Wildlife Services, with 14,314 killed in 2023 compared to 364,734 in 2019.

According to the new data, the wildlife-killing program unintentionally killed more than 2,484 animals in 2023, including 658 river otters and 428 turtles, as well as several dogs and cats. Its killing of nontarget birds included a federally protected golden eagle, wood ducks, great blue herons and wild turkeys. Such data reveals the indiscriminate nature of leghold traps, snares, poisons and other methods used by federal agents.

Wildlife Services poisoned 6,543 animals using M-44 cyanide bombs in 2023. Of these deaths, 156 were unintentional. The Bureau of Land Management recently banned Wildlife Services from using these dangerous devices on the land it manages.

“Year after year, millions of dollars are wasted on killing wildlife instead of investing in long-term solutions that prevent conflicts,” said Adkins. “Taxpayer-funded wildlife slaughter lets livestock operators and the agriculture industry ignore problems that lead to conflict instead of fixing them. Wildlife Services should focus on implementing commonsense coexistence measures like cleaning up livestock carcasses that attract wolves and bears.”

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Tools for Growth: Agriculture Accessories in Modern Farming

In the dynamic world of modern farming, it’s essential for agricultural businesses to stay up-to-date with the latest tools and accessories. These innovative solutions not only streamline operations but also promote growth and increased productivity. From cutting-edge machinery to smart irrigation systems, the right tools can make a tangible difference in the success of a farm. In this article, we delve into the realm of agriculture accessories and explore how they contribute to the overall growth of the industry.

In the dynamic world of modern farming, it’s essential for agricultural businesses to stay up-to-date with the latest tools and accessories. These innovative solutions not only streamline operations but also promote growth and increased productivity. From cutting-edge machinery to smart irrigation systems, the right tools can make a tangible difference in the success of a farm. In this article,…

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there are plenty of things harmful to individual sections of the bourgeoisie that aren't harmful to the bourgeoisie as a class (and are often a net benefit to the bourgeoisie as a class), generally consisting of infighting between these 'hostile brothers'

the proliferation of a new type of car that runs on hamburgers would be very beneficial to mcdonalds, to the beef industry, monoculture agribusiness by extension, and whatever, while being harmful to the oil industry, car manufacturers needing to retool, etc - and would be strongly fought against by the oil industry (and the lobbies and parties representing them). just because the oil industry opposes it doesn't mean that it's a threat to capitalism on a wider scale, just to these specific capitalists. further, the competition between capitalists can be an overall boon for their class, such as in the case of war. in times of plenty, capitalists divide the spoils, and in desperate times, they apportion losses - wars between empires with no land left to colonise, no profit left to extract, are fought *between* capitalists, but fought *with* the blood of the workers, all in pursuit of regaining profitability. your boss outcompeting a market rival doesn't mean you're getting paid any better, and, in fact, you'll probably be paid less, now that you're competing for your job with a large number of suddenly laid-off workers from that 'rival'.

now, to the point: a lot of people will chastise those who outline the ineffectualness of voting by saying 'well, if voting didn't do anything, why do the right try so hard to stop you from voting?' - as we can probably understand by now, this is a moot point. the right *do* want people to vote, they just want people to vote *for them*. just because one or the other section of the bourgeoisie will be harmed by something doesn't mean it actually harms bourgeois rule as a whole, and can in fact strengthen it. surely the armies of WW1 also attempted to inspire desertion in the enemy ranks, but nobody now could try to claim that this was because fighting for Germany or France was doing something to defeat colonialism - quite the opposite, in fact. they could probably also recognise that, however much as was claimed at the time, fighting for either side of that conflict led to absolutely no difference, just more death and impoverishment for the working people (while the rich gained massively). similarly, in the lower-intensity conflicts between the bourgeoisie of the same nation, both sides represent functionally the exact same interests, save for which capitalists exactly stand to profit - and, as before, participation in their conflict on one side or the other only aids their class as a whole.

the idea that in any conflict, there always exists a 'lesser evil' who should be supported is incorrect, because the conflict itself may be what needs to be fought against. when the police play 'good cop bad cop', there is no side you can take that will lead to any difference to you, and partaking in it at all is precisely what dooms you.

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