Saint Lucia - Banana farmers happy with oil that saves crop after serious losses
Multiple banana farmers say they are satisfied with the effectiveness of the oil they recently received to treat Black Sigatoka.
10.02.2025
10.02.2025
USA - Crop Insurance Premium Rebates for Planting Cover Crops Program Continues to Receive Increased Interest
In partnership with the U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA), theWisconsinDepartment of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) recently closed the third application cycle for its Crop Insurance Premium Rebates for Planting Cover Crops program on January 28, 2025.
09.02.2025
USA - USDA freezes promised farmer payments impacting midwestern growers
The Iowa Soybean Association saying funds from the United States Department of Agricultures (USDA) 5-year Midwest Climate Smart Commodity grant are on hold.
09.02.2025
Harsh winter claims 7,500 head of livestock in Mongolia
Approximately 7,500 livestock have perished in Mongolia so far this winter due to extreme cold weather, locally known as dzud, local media reported on Saturday, citing the State Emergency Commission (SEC).
09.02.2025
Somalia - Baidoa's Agricultural Struggles Deepen Amid Severe Water Scarcity
Baidoa, a city heavily reliant on agriculture, is facing a crisis that has severely impacted local farming production.
09.02.2025
UK eyes Fiji’s agriculture for trade growth
The United Kingdom is exploring trade opportunities with Fiji to boost exports, particularly in agriculture.
09.02.2025
Projects worth Rs 58,000 crore get support of agri-infra fund
Following the implementation of the fund, the agriculture ministry has projected annual savings from post-harvest losses of 1.86 million tonne (MT) and 0.34 MT of horticultural crops.
09.02.2025
India - Warm winters lead to increased pest infestations in Kashmir’s crops
Farmers across Kashmir are increasingly distressed by the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture and related sectors.
06.02.2025
KOA Biotech raises €2M for early disease detection for fish farms
Using biotechnological tools, KOA Biotech has developed a biosensor system that, combined with proprietary algorithms, forms an autonomous device capable of early detection of waterborne infections.
06.02.2025
Nigeria, Mexico deepen investment cooperation in livestock development
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has reaffirmed Nigerias commitment to strengthening investment ties with Mexico in the livestock sector.
06.02.2025
Vietnam deepens cooperation with FAO to advance sustainable agriculture
Việt Nam has benefitted from over 400 projects supporting sustainable agriculture, forestry and fisheries, providing essential training to stabilise livelihoods and drive post-war socio-economic growth.
06.02.2025
USA - Illinois launches $7M program to encourage cover crop adoption
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has secured a $7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to launch the I-COVER program, which provides financial incentives to producers and landowners who adopt cover crops or new techniques for earlier establishment.
06.02.2025
Australia - North Queensland floods cut transport routes, causing food shortages and higher freight costs
Transport routes in North Queensland, disrupted by flooding, are anticipated to reopen within 48 hours. Retailers and consumers may face increased freight costs.
06.02.2025
Norwegian environment minister dismisses idea of salmon farming ban
As Norways wild salmon populations continue to decline, the countrys minister for climate and the environment has firmly dismissed any ideas of a ban on open-net fish farming.
05.02.2025
USA - Gov. Evers, WisDOT Award $100 Million for Infrastructure Projects Supporting Wisconsin’s Farmers and Agricultural Industries
Gov.Tony Evers, together with theWisconsin Department of Transportation(WisDOT), today announced an investment of $100 million for 55 projects to assist with fixing and upgrading aging local roads that support Wisconsins farmers and producers, as well as statewide agricultural and forestry industries in 36 counties across the state.
05.02.2025
India - J&K farmers receive Rs 31.87 crore in crop insurance claims under PMFBY
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has provided ₹31.87 crore in crop insurance claims to farmers in Jammu and Kashmir during the last financial year as per the data shared by the government.