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AGRIMUNDOTV PODCAST IS BACK !!! : Episode 2001

https://youtu.be/Gza-xuckFKE?si=KWtmn7g6G15fJRMH   🚀 Welcome to the official hub of AGRIMUNDOTV PODCAST ! 🎙️🍍  From the heart of the tropics to the frontlines of global trade, we are bridging the gap between farm and table with unparalleled industry intelligence. 🌍🚜 We are incredibly proud to kick off Season Two with the launch of episode 2001! Catch the full episode here: [Link to Episode 2001] 🎥✨ Whether it’s breaking down complex supply chain logistics 🚢, uncovering the latest in phytosanitary innovation 🔬, or delivering the pulse of the world’s most important produce summits 🤝, we bring you the stories that shape our industry. Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in tropical agriculture! 🥭✨ VIEW EPISODE Follow along for exclusive interviews, deep-dive market analysis, and the latest trends from the international produce circuit. Let’s grow together! 📈🔥 #AgriMundo #TropicalAgriculture #ProduceIndustry #MangoWorld #PineappleExpress #G...

A Leader in Agricultural Development: Profile of Ing. Robert Watson

  A Leader in Agricultural Development: Profile of Ing. Robert Watson Special Report for DMI MEDIA & AGRIMUNDO.tv Ing. Robert Watson stands as a prominent figure in the agricultural and business landscape of Latin America, serving as a vital member of the Board of Trustees for the Zamorano Pan-American Agricultural School. Appointed to the board in 2015, Watson brings over 37 years of extensive experience in the business sector to his governance role at the university.  While his professional contributions are deeply integrated within the Ecuadorian and Honduran economies, official institutional documentation identifies him as being from Peru.    Watson’s professional portfolio is remarkably diverse, reflecting a career committed to regional development and innovation.  He currently serves as the CEO of Best Home S.A., Pakaunabau, and La Querencia. Furthermore, his expertise extends into the technology and financial sectors; he is a co-founder and directo...

The Shifting Geography of Chocolate: Ecuador’s Rising Dominance

  The Shifting Geography of Chocolate: Ecuador’s Rising Dominance Special Report for DMI MEDIA & AGRIMUNDO.tv The global cocoa industry is experiencing a profound geographic realignment as climate change increasingly disrupts traditional production hubs in West Africa.  For decades,  West African nations have supplied the vast majority of the world's chocolate, but this dominance is being challenged by extreme heat, unpredictable rainfall patterns, and rising disease pressure that are pushing existing growing conditions toward their ecological limits.  As these established regions grapple with mounting environmental stressors, Ecuador has rapidly emerged as a critical alternative supplier, leveraging its unique genetic resources and evolving agricultural practices to fill the widening supply gap. Market data underscores the scale of this transition, with Ecuadorian cocoa production showing a consistent and robust upward trajectory.  Industry projections i...

Ecuador’s Cocoa Surge: A Productivity Powerhouse

  Ecuador’s Cocoa Surge: A Productivity Powerhouse  Special Report for DMI MEDIA & AGRIMUNDO.tv Ecuador’s agricultural sector is undergoing a profound transformation as the nation solidifies its position as a dominant force in the global cocoa market.  In a recent interview, Ing. Robert Watson, a member of the Board of Directors of Zamorano, highlighted that the productivity of Ecuadorian cocoa cultivation is currently triple that of major African producers.  This competitive advantage, rooted in superior agricultural practices and efficient farm management, has garnered significant attention from global industry leaders, including Mars, which increasingly views the South American nation as a vital partner to secure supply chains for critical markets like the United States.     The contrast in yields is stark: while Ecuadorian farms average approximately 800 kilograms per hectare, many West African counterparts, particularly in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire...