FFTC-Food and Fertilizer Technology Center

11/06/2026

🌍 [Hiring] Want to work in an international organization? FFTC is looking for a "Full-time Administrative Assistant"!

We are the Food and Fertilizer Technology Center (FFTC) for the Asian and Pacific Regionan international organization located in Da'an District, Taipei. If you have basic English communication skills and are interested in sustainable agriculture and international cooperation, we welcome you to join our team!

✨ Job Responsibilities:
🔹 International Event Logistics
🔹 Project Expense Verification
🔹 Document and Data Compilation

🎯 What We Are Looking For:
✔️ Bachelor's degree or above, with over 1 year of administrative experience.
✔️ English proficiency equivalent to a TOEIC score of around 650.
✔️ Detail-oriented, proactive, with strong time management and communication/coordination skills.

📌 Location: Da'an District, Taipei City

👇 Apply now and join our international team!
👉 Quick apply via 104 Job Bank: https://www.104.com.tw/job/91ui7?jobsource=index_s_ac

09/06/2026

🌍 Protecting our "Silent Infrastructure"! 2026 International Workshop: Soil Health and Multifunctionality – Integrating Science and Practice for a Sustainable Future 🌱

The rapid progression of global warming and extreme weather events is threatening our food production and water supply. In addressing these planetary-scale challenges, soil plays an irreplaceable and important role. Because the functions of soil are often hidden from view, silently buffering environmental threats such as droughts, floods, and pollution, it has long served as a "silent infrastructure" supporting ecosystems and human life.

However, recent increases in extreme weather events, resource over-extraction, and industrialization have significantly degraded the chemical, physical, and biological functions of soil, posing serious concerns for our future.

To improve soil health and sustain its functionality in the Asia-Pacific region, JIRCAS, NARO, and FFTC will co-organize the 2026 International Workshop in Tsukuba, Japan. This event will integrate perspectives from science, field practice, and policy to comprehensively explore the core functions of soil health and propose effective strategies for sustainable soil management and utilization.

✨ 【Program Highlights】
🔹 Keynote Lecture: The Implementation of Soil Health Program in the Philippines: Key Components Integrating Science and Practice
🔹 Thematic Sessions:
• Session I: Nutrient Cycling and Soil Functionality,
• Session II: Water Retention and Climate Resilience,
• Session III: Biodiversity and Soil Ecosystem Services.
🔹 Panel Discussion: Toward Integrated Soil Health Management: Lessons from Practice and Implications for Policy.

📅 【Event Information】
• Date: July 13, 2026,
• Location: Tsukuba International Congress Center, Japan & Global Live Streaming
• Organizers: JIRCAS, NARO, FFTC
• Target Audience: Researchers, government officials, farmers, university professors, graduate students, related NGOs, and professionals in the agricultural sector

We welcome you to register (70 onsite and 1,000 online spots available) and explore solutions for soil health with international experts!

🔗 For more detailed information, please visit the event website: https://km.fftc.org.tw/workshop/46

📝 Limited spots available, register online now: https://forms.gle/JFmEYAGBKS6BUyyv6

05/06/2026

🤝 Strengthening Ties, Exploring New Opportunities: FFTC Meets with the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Taipei Office 🇹🇼🇯🇵

FFTC Director Mr. Vincent Chia-Rong Lin recently paid a courtesy call to Mr. KAWAI Gen, Deputy Representative of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Taipei Office, to discuss potential areas of cooperation and further strengthen institutional ties. ✨

During the meeting, Director Lin provided an overview of FFTC’s key activities for 2026 and introduced the Center’s flagship network projects and ongoing initiatives in agricultural development 🌾, capacity building 💪, and knowledge sharing 💡 across the Asia-Pacific region. As one of FFTC’s member countries, Japan has long been an important partner of the Center, and Mr. KAWAI also serves on FFTC’s Executive Board.

Deputy Representative KAWAI congratulated Director Lin on his recent appointment and shared valuable insights on potential areas for future collaboration between FFTC and Japan. He expressed particular interest in developing capacity-building programs for young farmers and agricultural scientists, emphasizing the importance of nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders and innovators.

Mr. KAWAI also suggested inviting representatives from Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) to participate in FFTC activities and visit the Center’s headquarters to explore opportunities for deeper cooperation and collaboration.

Mr. KAWAI also highlighted the growing importance of carbon neutrality and climate-related initiatives in agriculture, noting that these challenges require stronger international cooperation and cross-sectoral collaboration to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes.

👥Joining Director Lin were FFTC Deputy Director Dr. Fumio Ihara, Information Officer Ronald Mangubat, and Senior Secretary Ms. Chia Chuan Chang. Also present at the meeting was Mr. Daiki Yasuda, Director (Agriculture), Economic Affairs Department, Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Taipei Office, and Ms. Yunshing Chang also from the Economic Affairs Department.

🎯The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of FFTC and Japan to advancing agricultural innovation, human resource development, environmental sustainability, and regional cooperation for the benefit of the agricultural sector across the Asia-Pacific region.🌏✨

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29/05/2026

📤FFTC Newsletter 232 is now off the press. Please click on the link to download or read it online.
https://km.fftc.org.tw/article/6798

21/05/2026

🌿✨FFTC and partners lead regional dialogue on sustainable pest and disease management

The 2026 APBB workshop on “Pest and Disease Management Strategies for Sustainable Agriculture” was successfully conducted on May 5-6, 2026. This activity was jointly organized by FFTC and the Agricultural Chemicals Research Institute (ACRI), Agricultural Technology Research Institute (ATRI), and the World Vegetable Center, in partnership with the Taiwan Agrochemicals Association (TAA).

The main purpose of this activity is to serve as a chain for interaction to promote the adoption of biological control and integrated pest management (IPM) in sustainable agriculture.

The workshop co-organizers invited 10 speakers from 7 countries (India, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam) as well as 5 panelists representing distinct stakeholders to exchange knowledge on practice efficacy, field experiences, and country policy frameworks.

Key takeaways from the workshop:
🔹 Updated field-applicable technologies regarding cost and efficacy.
🔹 Insights into the biopesticide market status in Asian countries.
🔹 Addressing challenges like regulatory complexity and farmer expectations.
🔹 Building farmer-centered approaches and cross-border partnership networks.

By focusing on scalable and environmentally friendly solutions, we contribute to a shared vision for resilient, reduced chemical inputs, and ecologically balanced agricultural systems across Asia.

In addition to over 50 onsite participants, online attendees from India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan, and the UK joined the discussion. Most online participants represented the public sector in their respective countries.

Missed the event? 🎥
The workshop was livestreamed on FFTC’s YouTube channel. All papers and PPT presentations will soon be shared on the FFTC Knowledge Management Platform (Open-Access) for the general public!

🔗 For more information, please visit the APBB workshop page:
https://km.fftc.org.tw/workshop/42

📺 Livestreamed videos:
https://www.youtube.com/-youtube

15/05/2026

🎊FFTC welcomes Mr. Vincent Lin as its new Director

The FFTC family cheerfully welcomes Mr. Vincent Chia-Rong Lin as its new Director. Mr. Lin has extensive experience in agricultural economics, international cooperation, and trade negotiation. He also serves as Chief Secretary of Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) and previously held key leadership roles in international affairs, including Director-General of MOA’s Department of International Affairs.

His global experience includes service at Taiwan’s mission to the WTO and as Director of the Agriculture Division at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States, where he strengthened international partnerships and market engagement.

A Master’s degree holder in Agricultural Economics from the National Taiwan University, Mr. Lin also serves on the boards of Taiwan Fertilizer Co. and the World Vegetable Center.

FFTC looks forward to Mr. Lin’s leadership in advancing regional collaboration and sustainable agricultural development across the Asia-Pacific.

12/05/2026

DFNet 2026 Indonesia Workshop Advances Climate-Resilient Tropical Fruit Collaboration

⭕Workshop highlights field demonstration, guidebook development, and future application-oriented cooperation

📆Jakarta, Karawang, Cibinong, and Bogor, Indonesia — April 27–29, 2026

The Food and Fertilizer Technology Center for the Asian and Pacific Region (FFTC), the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), and the National Food Agency (NFA) of Indonesia jointly organized the Tropical Fruit Consortium 2026 (Indonesia) – Regional Dialogue on Climate-Resilient Fruit Systems, DFNet Impacts and Future Collaboration from April 27 to 29, 2026.
The workshop brought together approximately 80 participants, including 24 DFNet core group members and representatives of the 10 DFNet member countries: India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Invited speakers, Indonesian researchers, government representatives, FFTC staff, and local stakeholders also joined the program.

This workshop was especially significant as FFTC’s first activity in Indonesia in the past 15 years. During the event, FFTC and the Research Organization for Agriculture and Food, BRIN signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking an important institutional milestone and strengthening the basis for future cooperation.

⭕Field Visits Showcase Climate-Adaptive Production and Agribusiness Models

During the first two days, participants visited selected field sites and agribusiness operations in Karawang and Bogor. The visits included PT Mitra Agro Bisnis banana farm in Kopyor, Bogor; Gadog Aloe Vera Farm and Gadog Durian Farm; and Kebun Petik Tenjo.
The field visits introduced different models of tropical fruit production and value-chain development, including integrated banana production, research-based , smallholder aloe vera production, high-value durian orchard management, and containerized fruit cultivation. These cases demonstrated how climate adaptation can be linked with irrigation, soil and water management, reliable planting materials, postharvest handling, quality control, market access, and farmer training.

⭕Forum Tackled Knowledge Translation, Research Innovation, and Country Experiences

The forum program was held at BRIN in Cibinong, Bogor. Invited presentations highlighted both farmer-centered adaptation and research-based innovation. Prof. Awang Maharijaya of IPB University emphasized the importance of closing the knowledge–action gap through farmer education, participatory methods, demonstration plots, indigenous knowledge, and Geographical Indications. Dr. Dwinita Wikan Utami of BRIN introduced Indonesia’s research and innovation efforts in genetic resources, seed technology, plant protection, smart cultivation, postharvest management, and horticultural big data.

Country reports from Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Japan, India, and Indonesia reviewed DFNet impacts and identified priority topics for future collaboration. Common interests included climate-smart water and soil management, pest and disease management, flowering and canopy management, postharvest quality, climate-resilient varieties and rootstocks, digital tools, farmer AI literacy, and practical demonstration and training models.

⭕Guidebook Review and Phase IV Discussion Point to Future Collaboration

A major focus of the workshop was the DFNet country crop guidebook series. Participants discussed how the guidebooks can support country-specific adaptation, cross-country comparison, farmer training, extension materials, and future technical exchange. FFTC will coordinate the final review, synthesis, publication, and online dissemination of the guidebook series through the DFNet project website.

The final discussion explored the future direction of DFNet Phase IV. Participants discussed a shift from broad regional workshops toward more focused bilateral or trilateral collaboration with committed partners, field demonstration sites, farmer training, and practical implementation outputs. Future collaboration will aim to improve farmer productivity, highlight public–private partnerships, and explore economic impacts and business opportunities in the fruit industry. Demonstration plots or technology showcases may also be linked with training on the responsible and practical use of generative AI for agriculture.

The workshop reaffirmed FFTC-DFNet’s role as a regional platform for connecting science, policy, extension, farmers, and agribusiness actors. It also generated important inputs for a Phase IV concept note, supporting future discussion on application-oriented collaboration for climate-resilient tropical fruit systems in the Asia-Pacific region.

06/05/2026

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16/01/2026

📤FFTC Newsletter 230 is now off the press. Please click on the link to download or read it online.
https://km.fftc.org.tw/article/6777

14/01/2026

💫Center releases its list of activities for 2026

The FFTC management recently announced its 2026 project lineup, which includes seven workshop projects, one TAC meeting, five network projects, and one regular program. The five network projects are the following: 1) Strengthening Asia-Pacific Information Platform on Agricultural Policy (AP); 2) Asia-Pacific Biofertilizers and Biopesticides Information Platform (APBB); 3) Tropical Fruit Consortium—Addressing Climate Change Impacts on Tropical Fruit Production and Strategies of Adaptation and Mitigation (DFNet III); 4) FFTC-KM II: Enhancing FFTC’s Knowledge Management with Gen AI (KM); and 5) Enhancing International Cooperation for Sustainable Agrifood Systems Towards Net-Zero (Smart Net-Zero Agrifood Systems) (SNZ). Below is the Center’s projects/activities schedule for 2026, which will be updated on this website periodically.

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