The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-05-24
Kyrgyzstan: Protecting pasture to protect walnut forests 24.05.2022
In the mountain village of Arslanbob, a smartphone app is helping communities get the most out of their grazing lands, and in turn protect the world's largest natural walnut forest. 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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2022-05-24
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
Russian invasion prevents Ukrainian agricultural work 22.05.2022
With fighting raging in large parts of Ukraine's fertile farmlands, the Russian invasion is preventing Ukrainian farmers from harvesting their fields - and sowing the seeds of next year's crop. 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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2022-05-18
IRI, NPD Merger Creates Leading Data Analytics Provider
Together, IRI and NPD have deep sector knowledge, leading data assets and strategic retail relationships in more than 20 industries, including CPG, softlines, hardlines, beauty, technology,... Read more
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2022-05-16
Specialty Crop Could Get Bacteria Boost
Quinoa (pronounced "KEEN-wah") is increasingly popular as a high-protein, slightly nutty flavored grain-like seed that can be made into flour for bread and pasta, used in soups and cereal, eaten as... Read more
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2022-05-14
India bans wheat exports amid severe heat wave 14.05.2022
India cited threats to food security and rising prices as reasons behind the policy U-turn. Global buyers had turned to India for wheat supplies after Russia's war on Ukraine disrupted agriculture... 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