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Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. Urges Legislators to Pass Measure for Earmarked Funds in Agriculture Development

The Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. (PCAFI) has urged lawmakers to pass a measure that would earmark tariff collections from agricultural imports to their respective sectors to fast-track their development and modernization. PCAFI cited the success of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) and the Salt Industry Development

Agricultural industry

Farmer Ambassadors Educate Students on Food and Farming Importance

NFU Farmers for Schools Ambassadors like Luke Abblitt are actively engaging with students across the country, highlighting the significance of understanding where food comes from. Abblitt, a passionate advocate for improving food education in schools, has given talks to over 2,000 schoolchildren in the past four years. As a

Agriculture

Vaalputs Nuclear Waste Storage Facility Upgrade Sparks Fears for Agricultural Sector

The proposed upgrade of the Vaalputs nuclear waste storage facility in the Northern Cape has raised serious concerns among agricultural stakeholders, particularly in the farming community of Namaqualand. The National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI) plans to develop a Centralised Interim Storage Facility (CISF) for long-term storage of spent nuclear

Agriculture

Ancient Dogs' Journey Across the Americas Revealed Through Genetic Research

A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Aurelie Manin from the School of Archaeology at the University of Oxford has uncovered the remarkable journey of dogs as they spread southward across the Americas, mirroring the rhythms of human migration, agriculture, and cultural change. By sequencing 70 complete mitochondrial genomes from archaeological

Farmers

Scotland's Seed Potato Producers Embark on USA Fact-Finding Tour

A group of Scotland's top seed potato producers recently returned from a week-long fact-finding tour of the USA, where they visited major seed-growing operations and processing facilities. The tour aimed to explore the vast scale, efficiency, and practices employed in US seed potato production. The visiting group was

Farmers

Nutrition Key to Success for Aberdeenshire Beef Farmer Jimmy Dick

Jimmy Dick, a skilled Aberdeenshire farmer, has secured the overall title for Hoof and Hook at the Royal Northern Agricultural Society Spring Show. The success can be attributed to his focus on proper nutrition for his animals, particularly his Limousin cross heifers. With the help of East Coast Viners Livestock

Farmers

Enhancing Food Security through Integrated Agricultural Systems in Oman

In a move to bolster national food security and stay ahead of sustainable development trends, a farmer's forum was held in the Governorate of North Al Sharqiyah to discuss the establishment of an integrated agricultural system. The forum, organized by the North Al Sharqiyah Governorate's branch

Agriculture

MPs Gain Insight into Sustainable Farming Practices through NFU's Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme

A group of lawmakers, including Rushcliffe MP Olly Cartwright, MP for Cannock Chase Josh Newbury, and MP for Ribble Valley Maya Ellis, recently visited a farm in Suffolk to learn about sustainable farming practices. The visit was part of the NFU's Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme, a program

Agriculture

Zimbabwe Shifts from Disaster Response to Anticipatory Action through EU-Funded Project

Zimbabwe is making significant strides in transitioning from reactive to proactive disaster risk management, with the support of the European Union Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid (ECHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the World Food Programme (WFP)

Farmers

Thai Farmers Association Urges Government to Expedite Aid for Rice Farmers Amid Low Prices and Increased Global Competition

The Thai Farmers Association has appealed to the new Minister of Agriculture and Commerce to accelerate the disbursement of aid for dry season rice farmers at a rate of 1,000 baht per rai to promote quality rice seeds and control production costs. The association has also requested the Ministry

Farmers

Western Growers Assurance Trust Rebrands as Western Growers Health

Western Growers Assurance Trust has rebranded to Western Growers Health, marking a significant transformation in its approach to providing healthcare solutions to the agricultural industry. This change reflects the organization's commitment to innovation and service, with the goal of addressing the evolving needs of agricultural employers and their

Agriculture

Azerbaijan's Agriculture Minister Participates in High-Level UN Event to Strengthen Food Security

Azerbaijan's Minister of Agriculture, Majnun Mammadov, recently attended the High-Level Special Ministerial Event on 'From Vulnerability to Resilience - Strengthening Food Security and Better Lives in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)' at the Food and Agriculture Organization