The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-08-21
Spain's olive oil farmers band together to take on thieves
Spain is the world's largest olive oil producer, and prices have risen due to drought causing smaller harvests. The product's increased value has attracted thieves. Farmers are having to protect... Read more
business europe
2024-08-20
ADM and FBN launch joint venture to help farmers benefit from sustainably grown grains | Food Business Africa - Africa's No.1 Food & Beverage Manufacturing Industry Magazine and Website
USA - ADM, an American multinational food processing and commodities trading corporation, has partnered with Farmer's Business Network (FBN) to launch ... Read more
2024-08-13
Lesotho's water: Will villagers be compensated?
Lesotho supplies its bigger neighbor, South Africa, with much-needed water. In return, it receives millions of dollars that experts say should be used to compensate resettled villagers. Read more
nature and environment lesotho
2024-08-12
European Green Deal faces bumpy ride
For the EU to reach its climate goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045, the 27-nation bloc will need to invest billions every year. But funding to help soften the impact of the green transition is... Read more
business europe
2024-08-11
Scottish farmers cultivating algae to tackle climate crisis
On the Isle of Skye in Scotland, farmers are transforming algae from a mere food item on some menus into a treasure that supports both climate sustainability and business opportunities. Read more
nature and environment united kingdom
2024-08-06
New crops – food production and climate change
In many places, the weather is turning drier, hotter and more unpredictable, impacting which crop plants flourish. So what will we grow in the future? In Germany, agricultural scientists are... Read more
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2024-08-05
Kerry Group achieves US$870M revenue growth in APMEA for H1 | Food Business Africa - Africa's No.1 Food & Beverage Manufacturing Industry Magazine and Website
APMEA - Global taste and nutrition solutions provider, Kerry Group, has reported a strong growth in the Middle East and Africa, while volumes in China were ... Read more
2024-07-31
What would happen if all humans went vegan?
If everyone gave up animal products at once, what would that mean for us and the planet? How realistic is a world without packaged meat, leather shoes or soap? And what would happen to our farm... Read more
science switzerland
2024-07-30
Rice farmers in Philippines battle drought
The El Nino weather pattern has led to significant agricultural losses in the Philippines, with rice farmers and their families struggling to make ends meet. Read more
food security philippines
2024-07-30
Gambia: Women explore sustainable oyster farming
Gambian women are benefiting from sustainable oyster harvesting, thanks to an international project. Their ingenious tidal river farm reduces pressure on the mangrove ecosystem and is much safer for... Read more
food security the gambia
2024-07-30
Bookings Open for AFMASS Food Manufacturing Expos 2025 | Food Business Africa - Africa's No.1 Food & Beverage Manufacturing Industry Magazine and Website
We are honoured to share with you the updated schedule for AFMASS Food Manufacturing Expo trade shows to be hosted in 2025. We welcome you to join us at thr ... Read more
2024-07-28
India: Helping farmers avoid bad onions
Onions are a staple of many Indian dishes. Fluctuating prices have angered farmers and consumers – leading to protests and even political upheaval. Could improved storage help stabilize this volatile... Read more
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