The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-09-13
Pakistan faces food shortages after flooding
Pakistan's prime minister has thanked Turkey for sending aid, as his country faces food shortages amid unprecedented flooding. The provinces of eastern Punjab and Sindh, at the center of the country's... Read more
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2022-09-13
Edward Mukiibi will lead the next generation of Slow Food
President of Slow Food International Edie Mukiibi commits to shaping the future of regenerative farm communities worldwide in his new role. Read more
2022-09-12
Todd Corley: USDA Equity Commission’s Change Management “Mad Scientist” with Credible Intentions
While Todd Corley, senior vice president for Inclusion & Sustainability at Carhartt, didn’t begin his career in the change management or diversity and inclusion fields, the Jesuit concept of cura... Read more
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2022-09-11
How the Ukraine war is changing farmers' crops
The war in Ukraine has made wheat farming and export difficult. So local farmers are turning to oil-producing plants instead. The government plans to build an innovative pipeline into Poland to help... Read more
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2022-09-10
Queen 'would not want' agriculture event cancelled
Kington Show organisers say their one-day event will be a chance for people to "show their respect." Read more
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2022-09-10
Farm show goes on as Queen was 'keen supporter'
Henley agriculture show to go ahead following death of Queen Elizabeth II. Read more
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2022-09-10
How the Russian invasion is changing Ukrainian farmers' crops
War has made wheat farming and export difficult. So local farmers are turning to oil-producing plants instead. Their government plans to build an innovative pipeline into Poland to help them. Read more
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2022-09-09
Biden-Harris Administration Now Accepting Applications for $1 Billion Rural High-Speed Internet Program
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is now accepting applications for ReConnect Program loans and grants to expand access to high-speed internet for... Read more
2022-09-08
How the coronavirus is harming Ghana's economy
In Ghana, infection numbers aren't a major issue at the moment. However, the country is struggling with the economic fallout from the pandemic. The impact on the agricultural sector has put the... Read more
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2022-09-08
In Ghana, mobile apps help smallholder farmers get fairer prices
Newly-developed farming apps have brought relief to farmers in Ghana who struggle to access fair market prices. Developers hope the apps will soon also be used on a wider scale to tackle food... Read more
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2022-09-08
Beijing steps up the charm offensive in Africa
China has removed tariffs on 98% of goods imported from nine of Africa's poorest countries. The move benefits China's image, but has little economic impact; experts say. Read more
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2022-09-08
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on 2022 Public Charge Final Rule
- “Today's release of the 2022 Public Charge Final Rule by the Biden-Harris Administration and Department of Homeland Security represents an important step towards ensuring all those who are eligible... Read more