The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-03
Senegal's farmers get digital boost from 'agri-influencers'
In Senegal, a new wave of entrepreneurs is turning to social media to transform agriculture. These 'agri-influencers' share farming techniques and connect directly with buyers. Their goal is to... Read more
technology senegal
2024-10-03
Greek islands fighting water shortages with desalination
Drought has led to water shortages on many Greek islands. Naxos, however, uses desalination plants to ensure tourists have water. But for farmers, desalination isn't a solution and many are giving up. Read more
climate greece
2024-10-03
Boko Haram militants terrorize farmers in Nigeria
Boko Haram militants have been terrorizing farmers in northeastern Nigeria, stealing crops and kidnapping agricultural workers for ransom. As DW's Christine Mhundwa reports from Borno State, the... Read more
crime nigeria
2024-10-03
Serbian farmers battle mining giant Rio Tinto over lithium
Serbian farmers in the Jadar River valley worry a planned lithium mine could ruin their livelihoods. But the government and mining giant Rio Tinto both defend the project that is supported by the EU. Read more
business serbia
2024-10-03
Mitigating climate change with local weather data
After repeat devastation by floods, a community in Kerala has come together to mitigate the impact of climate change: collecting and sharing regional-specific weather data. Read more
nature and environment india
2024-10-03
A spiky delicacy from Malaysia gets trade boost from China
Malaysia, one of the world's biggest producers of the spiky, smelly durian, is expected to profit from growing the fruit. Hopes for a boom were triggered after China has opened its market for imports... Read more
business malaysia
2024-10-03
Apple farming in Himachal Pradesh: Fighting fungal disease
Himachal Pradesh is known as India's apple state. This year, many trees have been devastated by fungal disease. Efforts to control the outbreak include improving soil health and ecosystem resilience,... Read more
nature and environment india
2024-10-03
Kenyan farmers invest in camels to beat the drought
Known for their ability to survive in the desert, camels seem like a natural choice for Kenya's drought-stricken regions. A growing number of farmers are trading in their cows for camels. Their new... Read more
food security kenya
2024-10-03
Digitizing agriculture: App helps Ethiopian food producers
A former farmer in Ethiopia is on a mission to boost the productivity of small-scale farmers through a mobile app and digital platform. They are the main food producers in Ethiopia, a country where... Read more
nature and environment ethiopia
2024-10-03
Tamil Nadu: Boosting organic farming with vermicompost
We meet an organic farmer in Tanjore district, Tamil Nadu, whose crops are flourishing thanks to the vermicompost he produces himself. He also shares his expertise with other local farmers. Read more
nature and environment india
2024-10-03
Top Tech Startup
This award, presented by both Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, spotlights the top software and technology startups in the supply chain and logistics space. Read more
2024-10-03
Rock Stars of the Supply Chain and Pros to Know: Container Maintenance, Marino Group's David Miller Talks Worker Safety
David Miller, senior director of Container Maintenance Corporation and The Marino Group, was named one of our Rising Star award winners from this year’s Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award and Pros... Read more
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