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27.03.2025

USA - Lawmakers weigh bill to hunt sandhill cranes, provide aid to farmers

Wisconsin lawmakers will weigh whether to allow hunting of sandhill cranes and provide aid to corn growers experiencing damage from the birds under a bill introduced this month.

27.03.2025

USA - USDA reminds producers of application deadline for noninsured crop disaster assistance program

West Virginia Farm Service Agency reminds producers of approaching application deadlines for purchasing risk coverage for some crops through the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program.

27.03.2025

India - Black Borer Beetle Threat to Oil Palm Crop

Preventive measures, including pheromone traps and Forate tablets, urged to combat Rhinoceros Beetle and protect oil palm crops in critical season.

27.03.2025

Hailstorms threaten U.S. crops — HailSens360 offers a solution.

As climate change fuels increasingly severe weather, hailstorms are becoming a major threat to global food production, and experts are warning that the agricultural sector isn’t prepared.

27.03.2025

Australia pledges $76m to support climate-resilient agriculture in Africa

In a significant boost for Africa’s agricultural sector, Australia has pledged $76 million over six years to support climate-resilient farming across the continent.

27.03.2025

South Africa - Rainfall boosts grazing but poses challenges for Bloemfontein livestock farmers

While the recent March rainfall has been beneficial for grazing pastures, it has also presented challenges for young farmers at Driefontein Farm, just outside Bloemfontein.

26.03.2025

USA - Kennedy champions bill to help Louisiana farmers recover from crop loss

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today reintroduced the Quality Loss Adjustment Improvement for Farmers Act. The bill would give farmers more flexibility by improving the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)’s ability to set discounts for farmers who experience crop loss.

26.03.2025

India - Telangana Farmers Face Financial Ruin Amid Crop Losses Due to Lack of Insurance Schemes

Agriculture in Telangana is facing a growing crisis as recent unseasonal rains have caused significant crop damage across the state.

26.03.2025

Ghana - How AiScarecrow Technologies supports cereal farmers with crop protection

In an era where sustainable agriculture is crucial for food security, AiScarecrow Technologies Ltd is at the forefront of innovation for pest birds control.

26.03.2025

Just Climate Invests $25 Million in Sustainable Agriculture Solutions Provider GreenLight Biosciences

Agriculture-focused biosolutions provider GreenLight Biosciences announced the closing of its Series C funding round - which included a $25 million investment from climate solutions-focused investment business Just Climate - with proceeds aimed at expanding and commercializing its sustainable solutions that enhance agricultural productivity while preserving biodiversity.

26.03.2025

Kyrgyzstan Combats Pastureland Degradation to Safeguard Livestock Farming

Pastureland is a strategic asset for Kyrgyzstan, where agriculture forms the backbone of rural livelihoods.

26.03.2025

USA - Pressure builds on Florida orange industry as fallout from hurricanes, disease continue

The reduction in Florida production has been blamed on citrus greening and weather disasters.

25.03.2025

Uzbekistan - The Senate has approved a law regulating agricultural risk insurance

The Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistanapprovedthe lawOn insurance of agricultural risks, aimed at protecting agricultural producers.

25.03.2025

Armenia government to support agricultural insurance program

The Armenian government, as part of the agricultural insurance program, is ready to reimburse insurance payments for the 2025 agricultural year and offer agricultural entrepreneurs a subsidy of up to 80% (inclusive) of the insurance premium specified in the insurance contract.

25.03.2025

USA - Missouri cattle producers embrace sustainable practices for economic, environmental gains

Missouri cattle farmers embrace sustainability, balancing economics and stewardship. Rotational grazing, diverse forages and direct marketing boost profitability and environmental care.

25.03.2025

India - Water shortage for Rabi crop in Konaseema

Paddy fields in the tail-end areas of Konaseema district are facing severe water shortages, threatening nearly 1,500 acres of ayacut land. Despite the agriculture department submitting a report to the irrigation department highlighting the urgent need for water, no action has been taken yet.

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