The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-07-14
Why Pakistan's farmers are protesting
Pakistan's wheat farmers have been protesting for months in demonstrations that have seen dozens detained. But for them, it's worth the risk, as their livelihood is on the line. Read more
business pakistan
2024-07-07
Can India's carbon credits help green farming?
Agri-tech company Grow Indigo helps farmers switch to climate-friendly practices, such as zero tillage. Farmers receive payments in exchange for cutting emissions under a carbon credit scheme. Can... Read more
food security india
2024-07-07
Pakistan: How insect farming can lead to healthy poultry
Chicken feed in Pakistan is often unhealthy, but provides a cheap option for poultry farmers. A Pakistani woman is offering an alternative. Read more
business pakistan
2024-07-03
FoodPrints: Cultivating Healthy Futures in D.C. Schools
“Let’s give kids positive, memorable, community building experiences with real food.' Read more
2024-07-02
Hunger in Colombia: How can Bogota feed poor communities?
In Bogota, Colombia's capital, over a quarter of people struggle to find food. Experts blame food poverty on inflation, violence and poor harvests caused by the effects of climate change. Read more
food security colombia
2024-07-02
Sustainable Summer Reads: Food System Essentials
Dive into a curated collection of essential summer reads exploring sustainability, agriculture, and culture in our global food systems. Read more
2024-07-01
Vertical oceans: Singapore's AI shrimps
High-tech farms are no longer uncommon in Singapore. While many of the city state's innovative farms have yet to become profitable, one vertical shrimp farm has reached price parity with coastal... Read more
business asia
2024-07-01
Why are young Japanese moving away from agriculture sector?
Young people are lured to the cities with the promise of more money and entertainment. This in turn leaves traditional farms short of workers — and Japan potentially short of food. Read more
food security japan
2024-07-01
We Need to Change the Conversation about Food and Climate
Young people taking action today “are going to be the lifeline,” says Chef Asma Khan. Read more
2024-06-28
How Indian women are becoming drone pilots
In rural India, women are trained as drone pilots for agriculture. But they also spray chemical pesticides. Could this technology be used in a better, less environmentally damaging way? Read more
food security india
2024-06-28
Revitalizing Rural Communities Means Supporting Small Farms
'Independent family farms are the bedrock of healthy rural economies,' says Jordan Treakle of the National Family Farm Coalition. Read more
2024-06-27
Malaysia: The "king of fruit" is big business
Durian is one of the most popular foods in Southeast Asia, especially in China – even though it smells so bad, the fruit is banned in many buildings and transport networks! But durian farmers in... Read more
business malaysia