Agribusiness

How can Papua New Guinea fight African swine fever?

1 Apr 2020 by Paul Chai 2 Comments

With the recent death of more than 300 pigs in the Highlands region from African swine fever, the deadly virus has finally arrived in Papua New Guinea. What can the country and its farmers do to fight it?
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More investment for farmers in Papua New Guinea’s Highlands region

25 Mar 2020 by David James 1 Comment

The World Bank and the International Finance Corporation are looking to step up investments in the Highlands. Michel Kerf, the World Bank’s Country Director for PNG and the Pacific Islands, describes to Business Advantage PNG the challenges and opportunities for the region.
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Meet the Papua New Guinean chemist with a winning formula

13 Feb 2020 by Kevin McQuillan Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinean chemist Yalinu Poya has received an international award for her groundbreaking research into making sustainable synthetic fertiliser.
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Pawa to the people: how SP Brewery’s Cassava Project is changing lives

9 Feb 2020 by Paul Chai Leave a Comment

SP Brewery’s use of locally sourced cassava to make its Pawa Punch brew, has been hailed for its sustainability. Corporate Affairs Manager John Nilkare talks about the award-winning project.
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Eyes in the sky: drones could cut costs of farming in Papua New Guinea

21 Jan 2020 by David James Leave a Comment

New Britain Palm Oil is making strides in the area of ‘precision agriculture’ in Papua New Guinea. Its experience provides pointers for other agribusinesses looking to gain a better control of their costs.
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A new future for Paradise Spices

13 Nov 2019 by Kevin McQuillan 1 Comment

Paradise Spices is back in the hands of GTM Distributors General Manager Max Puritau, who is planning more products, staff and investment. He outlines the plans to Business Advantage PNG.
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Native Vanilla’s secrets to growing a sustainable business in Papua New Guinea

6 Nov 2019 by Gabriella Munoz Leave a Comment

Native Vanilla has seen exponential growth over the past few months given the world’s demand for top quality vanilla. Dan Edmiston, CEO and founder, explains what his company is doing to increase Papuan vanilla quality and demand.
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Oil, LNG and metals prices have all been strong: a monthly review of Papua New Guinea’s commodity and financial markets

30 Oct 2019 by David James Leave a Comment

Oil and gas have performed strongly, and there is also an upward trend in metals prices. Business Advantage PNG’s monthly review of Papua New Guinea commodity and financial markets.
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The secrets behind Niugini Organics’ diversification into the domestic market

7 Oct 2019 by Adeshola Ore 1 Comment

After ten years of exporting, Niugini Organics is now selling its certified organic coconut products domestically. It has required a very different approach, co-director Dennis Hill tells Business Advantage PNG.
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Fiji and Papua New Guinea should strengthen economic ties, says ANZ economist

23 Oct 2019 by Kevin McQuillan Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinea could be on the cusp of a sustained period of strong economic growth, and Fiji should be seeking closer economic ties, says Kishti Sen, International Economist for the ANZ Banking Group, in an exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG.
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Four questions with Chris Riddell, keynote speaker at 2024 PNG Investment Conference
Chris Riddell, renowned futurist and former Chief Digital Officer at Mars, tells Business Advantage PNG why the chaos of our modern world presents an excellent opportunity for business leaders. Business Advantage PNG (BAPNG): What are the key things business leaders tell you they are worried about as far as the future is concerned? Chris Riddell […]
Registrations are open 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference
Registrations are now officially open for the 2024 Business Advantage Papua New Guinea Investment Conference. The conference will take place in Brisbane, 12 and 13 August, at the premium Plaza Auditorium at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane. On Day 1 the futurist Chris Riddell, former Chief Digital Officer at Mars will deliver the keynote address. On Day 2 Matt Dri, Secretary, Cyber […]
Papua New Guinea’s premier business magazine to publish a special mining and energy edition
With a strong decade on the horizon for mining and energy in Papua New Guinea, Business Advantage PNG is set to publish its first special edition devoted solely to these sectors. As PNG’s resources sector gears up for an anticipated decade or more of new investment, with an estimated US$50 billion pipeline of projects lined […]

Agribusiness

How can Papua New Guinea fight African swine fever?

More investment for farmers in Papua New Guinea’s Highlands region

Meet the Papua New Guinean chemist with a winning formula

Pawa to the people: how SP Brewery’s Cassava Project is changing lives

Eyes in the sky: drones could cut costs of farming in Papua New Guinea

A new future for Paradise Spices

Native Vanilla’s secrets to growing a sustainable business in Papua New Guinea

Oil, LNG and metals prices have all been strong: a monthly review of Papua New Guinea’s commodity and financial markets

The secrets behind Niugini Organics’ diversification into the domestic market

Fiji and Papua New Guinea should strengthen economic ties, says ANZ economist

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Industry update: Papua New Guinea’s mining and gas project pipeline starts to flow

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Report from the 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference

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