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29.06.2025

Jamaica - Agriculture Ministry’s $100m drought response amid low rainfall in several parishes

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining has earmarked $100 million as part of its activated drought mitigation protocols aimed at providing immediate and diverse assistance to farmers through various agencies to contain the problem.

26.06.2025

Agricultural weed control is a delicate process. AI tools could transform how farmers tackle it.

Weeds remain one of the most persistent problems in agriculture. But the biggest issue facing modern farmers isn't getting rid of weeds; mechanical tools and herbicides can do that. Instead, the difficulty lies in identifying and killing weeds without harming crops.

26.06.2025

Canada - Heavy storms bring damage to some Sask. crops, equipment

Severe storms over the week of June 17 to 23 caused damage to some crops, buildings and machinery, according to Saskatchewan’s latest crop report.

26.06.2025

Ireland - Sustainable livestock village returns with focus on generational renewal

The Sustainable Livestock Village returns to the Tullamore Show FBD National Livestock Show on Sunday, August 10.

26.06.2025

AI-powered agriculture and economic transformation in Bangladesh

Bangladesh sits at the cusp of a digital revolution.

26.06.2025

USA - Tennessee State University breaks ground on $90 million agriculture buildings

Tennessee State University is investing in the future of agricultural education with a groundbreaking $90 million buildings.

26.06.2025

Pakistan - PM Shehbaz announces tax relief on farm machinery to boost agriculture reform

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered a phased reduction in taxes on agricultural machinery to promote modern farming and increase productivity in Pakistan’s vital farm sector. This move aims to support farmers and drive economic growth.

25.06.2025

Zimbabwe launches digital livestock tracking system to boost transparency and national food security

Each livestock owner will receive a physical card embedded with a unique identification code linked to a digital database.

25.06.2025

India - UP Deploys 450 Harvesters for Mechanized Farming

Uttar Pradesh deploys 450 combine harvesters across 62 districts to promote mechanized farming, reduce crop loss, and empower women farmers.

25.06.2025

India - Karnataka to launch Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mango farmers

The Karnataka government on Wednesday issued ordersto implement the Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) for mango farmersduring the 2025–26 marketing season, following approval from the Central Government.

25.06.2025

Cross River gov solicits Dutch firm’s support to boost agriculture

The Cross River State Government has begun talks with a leading Dutch agricultural firm in a move to attract foreign investment and fast-track the growth of the state’s agricultural sector.”

25.06.2025

European agriculture faces an imminent crisis due to the elimination of essential plant protection products

The European agricultural sector faces a major challenge that threatens its medium-term viability: the growing shortage of effective plant protection products that allow farmers to protect their crops from diseases and pests.

25.06.2025

USA - USDA announces changes to livestock insurance programs for 2026, subsequent years

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’sRisk Management Agencyapproved changes to improve insurance coverage for American livestock producers.

24.06.2025

New aquaculture demonstration centre opens in Heraklion, Greece

A new aquaculture demonstration centre (ADC) was recently opened in Heraklion on the Greek island of Crete, the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has confirmed.

24.06.2025

Nigeria and Brazil sign $1 billion agreement to boost agriculture

Nigeria and Brazil signed a $1 billion agreement on Tuesday to boost agriculture, food security, energy and defence in the West African nation, Nigeria's vice president Kasim Shettima said.

24.06.2025

USA - FSA offers help for crop and livestock storm damage

North Dakota farmers facing crop or livestock losses are encouraged to contact local FSA offices to apply for disaster aid before the March 1, 2026, deadline.

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