Agricultural industry
A week-long period of heavy rain has brought devastating agricultural losses to Pingtung County in Taiwan. According to reports from the Ministry of Agriculture, the total losses have been estimated at over NT$91 million (US$3.04 million) across 34 different crops. Pineapples were the hardest hit, with 125
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The debate over who can farm America's land has been historically linked to racism, xenophobia, and exploitation of farmers of color. President Trump's recent comments on migrant farm labor have stirred controversy, with labor leader Dolores Huerta calling it "racism and discrimination." The Trump
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Companion planting is an ancient technique used to promote healthy growth, deter pests, and improve crop yields. When it comes to corn, companion planting offers a range of benefits, from providing shade and suppressing weeds to attracting beneficial insects and repelling common pests. By incorporating the right companion plants into
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Liaoning Province has become a global hub for agricultural standardization after the establishment of the International Organization for Standardization's Technical Committee on Common Names of Pesticides and Other Agricultural Chemicals' secretariat in Shenyang. This international secretariat is a significant milestone for China's agricultural sector, marking
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Dehua District in Fuzhou has released a notice regarding the allocation of funds for the 2025 Characteristic Modern Agriculture Development Fund, with a focus on supporting projects that promote green and sustainable agriculture practices. The subsidy program aims to improve arable land quality and promote the use of green manure,
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In a remote high-altitude region of Gansu Province, China, Heituwa Farm has undergone a remarkable transformation, from a struggling agricultural operation to a thriving model of sustainable development. Spanning over 1,300 hectares, the farm has diversified its crops and implemented cutting-edge technologies to improve efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and
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The Amazonas State Institute for Sustainable Agricultural and Forestry Development (IDAM) is participating in the 9th Nilton Lins Foundation Agribusiness Fair, which begins on August 6th at the Nilton Lins University campus in Manaus. The institute will hold 14 lectures and workshops on various topics, including bioinputs for family farming,
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The Zhangzhou Longwen District in Fujian Province is implementing the Longwen District Grassroots Agricultural Technology Extension System Reform and Construction Project, aiming to enhance the capacity of agricultural entities. To achieve this goal, the district plans to select fertilizer and pesticide business units as suppliers of materialized subsidies for science
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the 9th Convocation of the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology, Jammu, highlighting the critical role of agriculture in shaping the economic future of J&K. He stressed the importance of sustainable and organic practices in the face of climate change, resource depletion,
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The Sindh government has initiated a major crackdown against sellers of counterfeit agricultural medicines and fertilizers in various districts of the province. A joint team of the Agriculture Department conducted raids, seizing a total of 5,318 bags of fake agricultural products. The operation aimed to protect farmers from the
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In Guazhou County, Gansu Province of China, ensuring food security is a top priority. By leveraging advanced technology, innovative policies, and subsidies, the county has created a robust agricultural management system that safeguards cultivated land and provides financial security for grain farmers. With the goal of revitalizing rural areas and
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The Brazilian government has made significant progress in its efforts to tackle climate change, presenting its sectoral mitigation plans as part of the Climate Plan. The plans aim to achieve greenhouse gas emissions neutrality by 2050 and cover various sectors, including nature conservation, agriculture and livestock, energy, industry, transport, cities
