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01.12.2024

Innovative climate-smart mapping tool launched to aid farmers in coastal Bangladesh adapt to climate challenges

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Center for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (CEGIS), in collaboration, launched Climate-Smart Mapping and Adaptation Planning (CS-MAP) on November 24, 2024, at the BARC Auditorium in Farmgate, Dhaka.

01.12.2024

India - Telangana's Historic Crop Loan Waiver Transforms Farmers' Lives

The Congress government in Telangana has waived Rs 18,000 crore in crop loans, benefiting 22 lakh farmers within 10 months of coming into power.

01.12.2024

U.S. Department of agriculture leads first major trade mission to Morocco

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is organizing its first-ever trade mission to Morocco from December 2 to 5, marking the largest such mission to Africa.

01.12.2024

Nigeria - Taraba farmers urged to adopt guides for preventing crop destruction

Farmers in Taraba State have been encouraged to use farm guides as a proactive measure to prevent cattle invasions and protect their crops.

28.11.2024

USA - Bats Save Billions In Agriculture Costs As Technology Helps Save Them

The $1.53 trillion U.S. agriculture and associated industries are facing little known threats worth billions to their bottom lines from climate change, wind power and a fungal disease decimating bats who help farmers by eating insects.

28.11.2024

Canada - Trudeau’s salmon farming ban set to cost Canadians $9 Billion

The Trudeau Liberals plan to ban marine salmon farms in British Columbia is set to saddle taxpayers with an astronomical $9 billion bill, statesa new reportthat details the far-reaching economic, social, and environmental fallout of the governments decision.

28.11.2024

Canada - Saskatchewan government says higher crop insurance claims increase deficit to $743.5 million

The provincial government is citing higher crop insurance payouts and a challenging farming season for deficit projections that are more than double from budget.

28.11.2024

India - Ramadoss warns of impending torrential crop loss, demands Rs 40,000 per acre compensation

In a statement, the senior leader said that more than 52,000 acres of crops have been damaged in Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, and other districts.

28.11.2024

Pakistan - Vaccination drive launched in Tharparkar to protect livestock from winter diseases

The livestock department, Tharparkar has launched a district-wide vaccination campaign to protect animals from contagious diseases common during winter.

28.11.2024

Malawi farmers to benefit from new sustainable agriculture initiative

In a bid to tackle food insecurity and enhance resilience among farmers in Malawi, the Cooperative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) has launched an innovative project integrating aquaculture and agriculture.

27.11.2024

Severe floods and crop losses in Spain disrupt global citrus and orange juice supply

Valencia, along with other regions in Spain, experienced severe floods on 29 October, causing extensive damage, including to the citrus industry.

27.11.2024

Cyclonic Threat Looms Over Tamil Nadu: Farmers Face Severe Crop Loss

Intermittent rains and an approaching cyclonic storm are causing widespread damage to paddy crops in Tamil Nadus Cauvery delta.

27.11.2024

Nigeria - Minister projects Livestock sector contributing N33trn to economy

Nigerias Minister of Livestock Development, Mr Idi Maiha has said that the livestock sector can add N33 trillion to the economy if well harnessed.

27.11.2024

Vietnam, Netherlands boost cooperation in sustainable aquaculture

A business forum was held by the Dutch Embassy in Vietnam in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho on November 27, seeking ways for sustainable aquaculture in the region.

27.11.2024

Sri Lanka - Special unit to address crop damage by toque monkeys and other animals

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation has established a special unit to address the issue of harmful animal populations causing significant damage to crops.

27.11.2024

India - Premature Mustard Crop Blooming Raises Concerns in Pampore

The picturesque agricultural landscape of Pampore in Pulwama district is currently grappling with an unusual agricultural phenomenon that threatens the delicate balance of crop cultivation.

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