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Scientists at Anhui Agricultural University in Hefei, People's Republic of China, have discovered that the extensive use of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers in agriculture is causing serious pollution problems globally. Their research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, highlights the need to reduce fertilizer levels and combine organic
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Research conducted by National Economics University in Vietnam has shown that the integration of blockchain and livestreaming has a positive impact on product trust and online agricultural product purchase intentions. According to the study, the livestreaming attributes of interactivity and entertainment positively foster online agricultural product purchase intentions through product
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Kenya hosted the 2nd Africa International Agricultural Expo (2025 AIAE), which brought together policymakers, innovators, farmers, investors, and trade facilitators to explore opportunities in African agricultural development. Ambassador Guo Haiyan emphasized that China is committed to promoting high-quality African agricultural products in its domestic market through various platforms and initiatives.
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Research conducted at the Federal University of Agriculture has revealed the benefits of organic farming practices on soil quality and nutrient availability. The study, published in Discover Soil, found that organic farming methods, such as manure application and minimal soil disturbance, led to improved soil organic carbon stock, nitrogen stock,
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Research conducted in Kerala, India has demonstrated the effectiveness and sustainability of introducing the ectoparasitoid moth, Epiricania (= Fulgoraecia) melanoleuca, as a biocontrol agent to manage the sugarcane planthopper, Pyrilla perpusilla Walker. The study, conducted over a four-year period from 2021 to 2024, revealed that the parasitoid moth established and controlled
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Current research from the Amazon coast has revealed the existence of diverse phytophysiognomies and social wasp assemblages. The study, conducted along the eastern coast of Marajó Island, Pará, Brazil, highlighted the importance of mangroves and seasonally flooded forests in shaping the structure of social wasp assemblages. The research, funded by
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Research by the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CIMMYT) in Kathmandu, Nepal, has shown that Soil Health Cards (SHCs) can significantly improve crop yields when combined with agricultural extension training. The study focused on the impact of SHCs on fertilizer application and their subsequent influence on rice yields. While
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Researchers at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research have detailed the importance of seeds in agricultural growth, stating that "seed constitutes a fundamental component of agricultural growth and plays a crucial role in ensuring the prosperity of the farming sector." The Indian Council of Agricultural Research notes that
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EU agriculture ministers gathered in Luxembourg on October 27-28 to discuss fishing quotas in the Baltic Sea, agricultural market situations, and the environmental and climate measures of the Common Agricultural Policy after 2027. Finland's Minister for Agriculture and Forestry, Sari Essayah, represented the country at the meeting. The
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A team of researchers from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Rourkela and the Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Turkey has conducted a comprehensive study on the impact of digital tools and renewable energy on agricultural productivity in 27 developing countries. The study, which was published in the "
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Madam Winnie Osulah, Lead-Gender Integration at the Agricultural Research Institute (AGRA), has emphasized the need for African governments to implement gender-responsive agricultural policies with precision. Despite many countries having drafted such policies, most remain outdated or unimplemented, creating a significant gap between policy intentions and real impact on women farmers.
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Researchers at Central Agricultural University in Pasighat, India, have demonstrated the effectiveness of CRISPR-Cas9 technology in improving the nutritional value, texture, and overall quality of horticultural fruit crops. Traditional breeding methods have been augmented by advanced gene editing techniques, leading to significant enhancements in crop traits. The study's
