As part of its ongoing sustainability efforts, Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) announced a series of new developments and initiatives including the formation of a new global team, inauguration of a new research centre and the recent conversion of its global headquarters to solar power
Infrastructure
Asia’s largest of its kind BSF production plant opens in Vietnam

Entobel’s end products include insect protein and insect oil which are consumed primarily by the aquaculture and livestock industries. (Image source: Entobel)
UPL launches Global NPP Research Centre in Mexico

The NPP portfolio covers a range of applications, including increasing crop resilience, supporting crop nutrition, and improving soil health. (Image source: UPL)
Global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, UPL on 16 November announced the opening of its Global Natural Plant Production (NPP) Research Centre in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
This modern greenhouse with specialised equipment, will act as a hub for experienced researchers, fostering collaborations with local and international universities and research centres, and serving as a platform for agricultural knowledge and innovative solutions.
The extensive NPP portfolio covers a range of applications, including increasing crop resilience to disease, pests, and environmental conditions, supporting crop nutrition, and improving soil health, while reducing residues and environmental impacts.
"We are so proud to inaugurate the Global NPP Research Center today, this significant investment will continue to add value for growers and strengthen our focus on differentiated and sustainable solutions,” said CEO of UPL Corporation Ltd., Mike Frank. “This facility represents a significant milestone in advancing agricultural practices worldwide,” said Frank.
For more information, visit: https://www.upl-ltd.com
Divaks selects Bühler to develop its first commercial-scale yellow mealworm plant
Lithuanian food-tech company, Divaks has chosen Swiss technology group, Bühler to build its first commercial-scale yellow mealworm plant, which is scheduled to go into operation in 2025
Purdue Research Centre chosen as AgX’s first innovation space

AgXelerators is rapidly expanding their agriscience business by delivering end-to-end support and partnership to its clients. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Newly-formed AgXelerators (AgX) has chosen Purdue Research Park, Indiana’s largest Certified Technology Park (CTP)