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Recent Rabobank data unpacks the connection between tech investments, sustainable farming practices and achieve.

Hemp seed and genetic company Flura is working with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to demonstrate the potential of biosolids for use in sustainable agriculture and hemp production.

UK-based Onnu is introducing its CarboFlow pyrolysis technology to Southeast Asia, aiming to transform agricultural waste into renewable energy, biochar, and carbon credits. Partnering with Agrotech Bioenergy, Onnu's first deployment in Sabah, Malaysia, will process significant biomass, reducing CO₂ emissions and generating renewable heat and electricity. This initiative targets Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia due to their biomass availability and decarbonisation needs, promoting a shift from linear waste models to circular systems, enhancing both climate value and profitability.

Bayer is partnering with Elaniti to leverage soil microbiome insights for improved agricultural outcomes. Founded in 2022, Elaniti's SoilDiagnostics product uses DNA sequencing and machine learning to integrate soil biology with physicochemical data, offering more accurate predictions on crop outcomes than traditional methods. The partnership, facilitated by EIT Food, aims to enhance crop establishment and sustainability across Europe by moving from chemical to biological approaches. Elaniti is expanding its reach, exploring applications beyond agriculture, and aiming for sustainable food production as a primary focus.