The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-05-25
Improving fruit and vegetable consumption will require a holistic approach
A new research initiative takes aim at a major nutrition challenge. Read more
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2022-05-24
Genetically modified tomatoes contain more vitamin D, say scientists
Low vitamin D levels affect roughly 1 billion people. Could this be the solution? Read more
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2022-05-24
From torrents to trickles: Managing the future of irrigation
Five key points to improve water sustainability in the 21st century. Read more
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2022-05-22
Moldovan winemakers look to EU after sales to Russia, Ukraine decline
Moldova is Europe's 11th largest wine-producing country, with 3.8% of its territory consisting of vineyards. Read more
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2022-05-19
Belgian farmers struggle as drought and rising costs hit
An unusually dry spring has meant crop yields are so far much lower this year. Read more
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2022-05-18
Cyprus farmers spill milk in protest over halloumi cheese protection
Goat and sheep herders are angry the cheese's protected status isn't being implemented fast enough. Read more
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2022-05-14
Extinction Rebellion activists target Monsanto offices in Buenos Aires
Extinction Rebellion activists protest in front of Monsanto's headquarters in Buenos Aires, against the use of agrochemicals in Argentina's crops. Read more
2022-05-14
The longest river in Italy is drying up: How will locals survive?
The mighty Po River nourishes a vast area of northern Italy, but climate change is causing a devastating drought. Read more
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2022-05-14
Extinction Rebellion activists target Monsanto offices in Buenos Aires
Extinction Rebellion activists protest in front of Monsanto's headquarters in Buenos Aires, against the use of agrochemicals in Argentina's crops. Read more
2022-05-12
Brussels aims to circumvent Moscow's blockade of Ukrainian ports
It wants to help Kyiv export crucial goods like grain to help soften the blow to the global economy. Read more
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2022-05-12
IFPRI Global Food Policy Report 2022: Accelerating food systems transformation to combat climate change
Six policy priorities that can—and should—be implemented now. Read more
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2022-05-09
Ready, Steady, Mow! British lawnmower racing season gets underway
The cream of the British lawnmower racing crop assembled in the Surrey village of Lingfield on Sunday for the start of a new season. Read more