The latest news from the agricultural sector
2021-11-23
Unpacking the effects of a complex intervention on women’s poultry production: Evidence from Burkina Faso
Results from a randomized controlled trial. Read more
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2021-11-17
Optimizing seasonal-spatial crop production to improve its economic-environmental performance in Bangladesh
The advantages of science-based land use planning. Read more
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2021-11-15
New multiplier nucleus farm supports investment in Mexico
Latin America is one of the top key areas of development for Hendrix Genetics. In particular, Mexico’s pig production is expected to grow thanks to increased demand in consumption and new export... Read more
2021-11-03
NEXTEVO works with Farmers to Transform Agricultural Waste into Sustainable Textiles
SINGAPORE -- NEXTEVO announces the launch of its sustainable fibers and yarns made from pineapple leaves, a common agricultural waste from pineapple cultivation. Combining these Ready-to-Spin (RTS)... Read more
2021-10-20
State and provincial agriculture officials to address trade opportunities and challenges between the U.S., Canada and Mexico
Arlington, Virginia, United States Read more
2021-10-05
Heat shocks linked to lower maize yields and reduced child height: Evidence from Tanzania
The first time such a connection has been established between climate change, agricultural productivity, and health. Read more
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2021-09-29
Getting to 'Five Servings Per Day'
A strategy of "push" and "pull" actions and policy solutions to encourage better nutrition. Read more
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2021-09-15
Canadian Farm Equipment Market Strong For Now
Optimism for the farm equipment market despite production challenges Read more
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2021-09-15
Examining the gendered impacts of cash transfers on migration in Mali
Exploring the complex interplay of work, migration, and gender. Read more
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2021-09-01
COVID-19 disruptions to health and nutrition services in Uttar Pradesh, India
After lockdowns are lifted, reluctance to seek assistance lingers. Read more
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2021-08-30
Extraordinary COVID-19 social support programs in South Africa yield economic benefits during the pandemic period
Modeling shows emergency safety net programs boost GDP during pandemic. Read more
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2021-08-23
An integrated approach to realize multiple benefits across water, energy, food, forests and biodiversity
Water, energy, food, forests, and biodiversity systems are intricately linked but projects to improve resource usage are too often siloed. Read more
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