Agricultural industry
Ganjingzi District in Liaoning Province, Shenyang, has made a significant move to boost the online sales potential of its agricultural products. The district recently held an agricultural products e-commerce live broadcast training conference, attended by 60 participants, including village agricultural technology extension workers and farmers. The training session provided hands-on
Agricultural industry
To prevent and mitigate major pests and diseases in crops such as rice and corn, the Changtai District of Fujian Province has implemented an integrated pest management plan. This move aims to promote eco-friendly prevention and control methods, reduce pesticide use, and minimize losses. According to the "Notice of
Agricultural industry
Climate change poses significant threats to agricultural productivity and food security in Nigeria, particularly among smallholder maize farmers in Southwest Nigeria. Erratic rainfall, droughts, and floods exacerbate vulnerability, making it challenging for farmers to maintain productivity and ensure food security. However, research conducted by the Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria
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The Brazilian state of Amapa has taken a significant step towards strengthening its cassava farming industry with the receipt of two complete cassava farming kits. The delivery is the result of a R$210,000 parliamentary amendment by now-financial director of the National Agency for Technical Assistance and Rural Extension
Agricultural industry
Bhutan and India have taken a significant step towards enhancing food security, promoting sustainable farming, and strengthening rural livelihoods with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on technical cooperation in agriculture, livestock, and allied sectors. The agreement, signed in Thimphu on August 27, aims to foster a five-year
Agricultural industry
India's farmers are no longer just food providers (annadatas), but are increasingly becoming 'Urjadata,' or providers of energy, thanks to the government's efforts to promote bio-fuels. With the agriculture sector being diversified towards the energy and power sector, farmers are set to benefit from
Agricultural industry
Direct involvement in agricultural production is exempt from personal income tax (PIT) and value-added tax (VAT), provided the prescribed conditions are met, regardless of income level. According to the Ministry of Finance, individuals directly participating in agricultural activities, such as farming, forestry, aquaculture, and fishing, are eligible for this exemption.
Agricultural industry
The Federal Government, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has launched the LIFE-ND programme to promote income-generating enterprises in the agribusiness value chain for youth and women in the Niger Delta region. The programme, which targets 38,250 beneficiaries across nine states, aims to provide skills
Agricultural industry
New research highlights the significant impact of soil acidity on plant growth and yield in India, with approximately 90% of the country's land affected. The study, conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), focuses on the North-Eastern Region of India, where
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U.S. lawmakers from Maryland have stepped in to warn against the potential closure of the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC), citing significant harm to American farmers and the nation's agricultural innovation. The lawmakers highlighted the facility's unique capacity as a world leader in agricultural research
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Researchers in Brazil have developed a new tool for selecting native riparian forest species for ecological restoration, taking into account social and technical criteria. The Restorability and Use Potential (RUP) combines ecological potential with potential use, providing an alternative for improving the ecological restoration process. This research has been peer-reviewed
Agricultural industry
Pamu Farms of New Zealand has reported a significant improvement in its financial performance, with a Net Operating Profit (NOP) of $49 million for the 12 months to 30 June 2025, a 145% increase over the previous year. The company also declared a $15 million dividend for FY26. The strong
