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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.

05.02.2025

South Africa - Minister warns pesticide ban could lead to crop failure and black-market trade

Minister John Steenhuisen addressed South Africas Parliament Agriculture Committee, cautioning that prohibiting pesticides such as terbufos may result in crop failure.

05.02.2025

USA - Evers proposes $80 million in new agriculture spending

Gov. Tony Evers announced Wednesday that hes proposing to spend $80 million through the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) in his 2025-27 state budget to support farmers and Wisconsins agricultural industry.

05.02.2025

USA - Department of Agriculture invests nearly $8 million in 26 game-changing programs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recentlyannounced an investmentof more than $7.5 million to help reduce planet-warming gas pollution.

05.02.2025

Norwegian salmon tax proposal draws sharp rebuke from ASC

A proposal to impose a surcharge on ASC-certified fish in Norway would affect more than 40 percent of the countrys salmon farms.

04.02.2025

Climate Change Drives Greek Farmers to Tropical Crops

Bananas, papayas and mangoes are some of the new crops in Greece as an increasing number of farmers are switching production to subtropical fruit due to rising temperatures.

04.02.2025

Canada - $6.5 million dollar investment for crop research announced in Swift Current

A new position was unveiled at the University of Saskatchewan that aims to bolster crop breeding in Western Canada.

04.02.2025

New plant-based post-harvest solution to debut at Fruit Logistica

Fresh Formulaics will introduce its inaugural product, Flair S1, at Berlin Fruit Logistica this week.

04.02.2025

Bonsai Robotics: $15 Million (Series A) Raised For Advancing Physical AI Solutions For Agriculture Applications

Bonsai Robotics, a developer of physical AI solutions for agriculture applications, announced it has raised $15 million in Series A funding.

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