The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-01-26
Saltier Groundwater Does Long Lasting Damage to Almonds, But Less Than Previously Feared
When salty groundwater is used to irrigate almond orchards, production can be significantly reduced and the damage to trees can last for years, according to Agriculture Research Service studies. Read more
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2022-01-26
Kerry expands presence in Middle East with the opening of a new facility in Saudi Arabia | Food Business Africa Magazine
SAUDI ARABIA – Global food ingredients supplier Kerry has expanded its presence in the Middle East with the opening of a new facility in Saudi Arabia. The 2 ... Read more
supplier news & innovations
2022-01-25
California judge rules Prop 12 enforcement should be temporarily halted on whole pork sales
A California court has ruled for a halt in Proposition 12 enforcement for pork retailers, which will stay in effect until 180 days after regulations surrounding Proposition 12 have been finalized. Read more
2022-01-25
Can a Deluge Compensate for Losses in Productivity and Carbon Uptake During a Drought?
Heavy rainfall or a "deluge" in eastern Colorado.
Photo by Olivia Hajek, Colorado State University Read more
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2022-01-25
USDA-Agricultural Research Service and Cornell University Collaborate to Present First National Hemp Webinar Series
The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Cornell University today announced the launch of a webinar series on hemp research that aims to broaden the scope of training, education, and... Read more
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2022-01-25
Danisco Animal Nutrition changes name to reflect increased focus on science-led solutions | Food Business Africa Magazine
NETHERLANDS - Danisco Animal Nutrition, a business unit of IFF's Health & Biosciences division, has changed its name to reflect ongoing commitment ... Read more
meat, poultry & fish supplier news & innovations
2022-01-24
High intake of whole grains, bread associated with less severe Covid-19 symptoms for patients | Food Business Africa Magazine
MEXICO — Patients who frequently ate legumes, grains, bread and cereal are less likely to develop severe Covid-19 symptoms than did other patients who teste ... Read more
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2022-01-23
IFF appoints Frank Clyburn to succeed Andreas Fibig as CEO | Food Business Africa Magazine
USA — IFF has appointed, Frank Clyburn, currently executive vice president and president of human health for Merck & Co., as Chief Executive Officer an ... Read more
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2022-01-21
The links between food-related trade and fiscal policies and obesity rates in low- and middle-income countries
Nutrition impacts of tariffs and subsidies. Read more
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2022-01-19
John Deere selects seven companies for its 2022 Startup Collaborator program
“Agriculture is a domain ripe for technology pioneering, and the start-up collaborator program is a way to travel that journey together with others,” says Deere’s Julian Sanchez. Read more
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2022-01-19
China plans to grow 40% more soybeans by 2025 to cut reliance on imports | Food Business Africa Magazine
CHINA — China has set a goal of producing 40% more soybeans by the end of 2025 in an attempt to cut reliance on imports and boost self-sufficiency in the oi ... Read more
2022-01-19
Nigeria unveils world’s largest rice pyramids, Kenya outlines strategy to boost local rice production | Food Business Africa Magazine
NIGERIA - The government of Nigeria has unveiled the world’s largest rice pyramids, made up of one million bags of 100kgs of rice, a testament to the countr ... Read more