Alltech and Thai Wah Public Co. (TWPC) have joined forces to advance carbon reduction efforts in the Asian agrifood industry by leveraging scientific nutritional solutions and technologies.
A memorandum of understanding was signed on February 15 by Dr. Mark Lyons, president and CEO of Alltech; Jonathan Forrest Wilson, president of Alltech Asia-Pacific; Ho Ren Hua, CEO of Thai Wah; and Hataikan Kamolsirisakul, chief of staff and AVP for strategy, sustainability and innovation at Thai Wah.
Carbon emissions from the agrifood industry remain significant across Asia, accounting for approximately 42% of all agrifood emissions globally, according to the third edition of the biennial Asia Food Challenge Report, which centers on opportunities to decarbonize the agrifood value chain in Asia.
At least two-thirds of emissions in the Asian agrifood value chain occur before the produce has even left the farm, the report said. These upstream agricultural activities are resource intensive and less efficient than many industrial processes further down the value chain, resulting in higher emissions. Addressing upstream actions offers the most impact.
Recognizing the critical importance of this issue, Alltech and Thai Wah are collaborating to boost sustainable animal feed production, enhance animal feed nutrition for optimal health and performance, and promote efficient waste utilization through a biogas project. Additionally, the companies will work together to reduce Thai Wah’s carbon footprint and advance its overall sustainability practices.
Through this partnership, Alltech will provide Thai Wah with innovative solutions and technologies in precision nutrition, digital farming transformation and waste management, as well as carbon footprint assessment and reduction roadmapping.
“This partnership is an exciting opportunity to bring together technologies and resources to create more value for Thailand’s agrifood industry,” Lyons said. “Alltech and Thai Wah are aligned in our values and our vision to create a world of abundance for future generations.”
Alltech and Thai Wah signed the agreement during Alltech’s 25th anniversary celebration in Thailand.
“In collaboration with Alltech, we’re excited to pioneer agricultural innovation and promote sustainable farming practices in Southeast Asia,” Kamolsirisakul said. “Together, we're committed to building a resilient and sustainable agrifood ecosystem. Let’s work towards a future where every harvest benefits both people and the planet.”
