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Researchers at Nanjing Agricultural University in China have proposed a new technique for soil conservation and crop yield improvement in paddy systems. The ditch-buried straw return technique involves injecting straw into the subsoil, which can increase soil organic carbon and crop grain production. According to the study, this technique has
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Researchers from South China Agricultural University have identified key stakeholders' practices that significantly contribute to food loss, with drip irrigation, avoiding maturity-accelerating chemicals, and improved packing showing the most substantial reductions in food waste. The study, which analyzed data from 343 Egyptian grape farmers and intermediaries, found that delayed
Agricultural industry
A new study from Prince Sultan University, published in Scientific Reports, reveals the effectiveness of a novel deep-learning framework, AttCM-Alex, in detecting and classifying plant diseases under challenging environmental conditions. This breakthrough has significant implications for sustainable agriculture and global food security. The research demonstrates that AttCM-Alex outperforms traditional models,
Agricultural industry
Advances in sensing technologies, artificial intelligence, and robotics are revolutionizing the agricultural sector, enabling more efficient and sustainable farming practices. The Italian Ministry for University and Research has supported research at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, which highlights the potential of precision livestock farming (PLF) in improving animal welfare,
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Agricultural product consumption in China has been undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a traditional focus on quantity and quality to a more personalized and functional approach. In response to this shift, the State Council of the People's Republic of China has issued the "Implementation Plan for
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Research from the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture in Frick, Switzerland, has revealed that plants have a remarkable ability to shape their root microbiota as a defense mechanism against pathogens. The study, published in Environmental Microbiome, found that different crop genotypes of pea (Pisum sativum L.) modulate their root microbiota
Agricultural industry
A new study from Louisiana State University has shed light on the economic implications of non-trade sanctions on international trade, focusing on Thailand's agricultural exports. The research, published in The World Economy, found that non-trade sanctions imposed by the United States on Thailand in 2014 resulted in a
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A recent research study has shed light on the complex relationships between spot and futures prices in the markets of agricultural commodities, specifically corn, hard red wheat, and soybeans. The study, conducted by University of Ioannina researcher Dimitrios Panagiotou, used daily observations of spot and futures prices over a period
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Gansu Province has launched a series of events to showcase the unique charm and industrial vitality of its agricultural products, including the "Silk Road Sweet Flavor" Supply and Marketing to Aid Farmers 2025 event in Guazhou County. The event aims to explore business opportunities, connect supply and demand
Agricultural industry
Fungal and mycotoxin contamination have been identified as significant threats to poultry health, feed safety, and global food security. Research from Government College University in Lahore, Pakistan, has demonstrated the potential of indigenous Aseel chicken-derived probiotics as biofactories of antifungal metabolites to control mycotoxin contamination in poultry feed. The study
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Researchers at Warsaw University of Life Sciences have emphasized the importance of employing advanced methods to ensure the rapid detection of microorganisms in poultry meat, aiming to promote consumer health and reduce food losses. The study involved evaluating the suitability of thermal imaging cameras and FT-IR spectrophotometry for microbiological quality
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Researchers in Zimbabwe have identified a high prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing in poultry farms, highlighting the need for measures to limit the development and dissemination of these bacteria. ESBL-producing are resistant to critical antibiotics and pose a significant risk to animal and human health. The study, published in
