Agricultural industry
Rajesh Kumar, a former actor and current farmer, attempted to transition to farming in 2017 but ultimately ended up bankrupt. He sold vegetables outside his son's school to prove a point that farming is not inherently bad. Despite facing significant losses and debt, Kumar is now back in
Agricultural industry
Research out of Kolkata, India, has highlighted the potential of CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology to sustainably enhance the nutritional attributes of major oilseed, vegetable, and cereal crops. The study, funded by the Science Engineering Research Board (SERB), India, demonstrated the technology's efficiency, ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and
Agricultural industry
The Qingcheng County government in Gansu Province, China, has successfully conducted a 5-day internship and training program for cultivating high-quality farmers in Shanxi Province. The program, which took place from July 14 to 18, focused on "industry chain practice + digital empowerment" and covered 8 leading industries, including apples,
Agricultural industry
U.S. Representatives Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) and Angie Craig (D-MN-02) hosted roundtable discussions with local farmers, agriculture groups, community associations, and government officials to address wildfire prevention, federal support for specialty crops, farm automation, and more. The lawmakers emphasized the need for collaborative solutions to mitigate wildfires and ensure Central
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Businesses in the agricultural sector must comply with federal laws and regulations related to agricultural employment, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act (MSPA). These laws apply to farmers, growers, farm labor contractors, and agricultural associations, among others. Compliance is crucial
Agricultural industry
Brazil's Ministry of Agrarian Development and Family Agriculture has announced the launch of the 2025/2026 Family Farming Harvest Plan in Espírito Santo, the largest in the country's history. The plan aims to strengthen family farming, combat hunger, and promote food security, sustainable development, and productive
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Farming remains an extremely hazardous profession in Britain, with 23 workers losing their lives on farms across Great Britain in the 2024/25 period. This tragic figure represents nearly half of farm workers who were over the age of 65. The Farm Safety Week, an annual awareness campaign by UK
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Senator Gary Peters has secured key funding priorities for Michigan in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The bipartisan legislation passed the Senate Appropriations Committee and now advances to the full Senate. Peters' efforts will benefit Michigan communities, farmers,
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African farmers and experts are hailing the impact of Juncao technology, a Chinese innovation used for mushroom production and livestock feed across the continent. Developed in China, Juncao - a hybrid grass - has proven effective in addressing food security, income generation, and environmental challenges. Zimbabwe's Ministry of
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The National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) has made significant strides in promoting sustainable agriculture practices across India. Implemented in 15,000 natural farming clusters covering 7.5 lakh hectares of land, the mission aims to support farmers in adopting natural farming methods. With a focus on awareness generation, training,
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The Improving Adaptive Capacity of Vulnerable and Food Insecure Population in Lesotho project (IaCov) has taken significant strides in promoting good nutrition and effective agricultural practices among Basotho farmers. Through its recent project in the Taung community, laCov educated elderly and disabled individuals on smart climate plots, empowering them to
Agricultural industry
The African Development Bank Group has approved a €100 million loan to support Morocco's inclusive solidarity-based agriculture program, focusing on empowering women and youth. The project aims to generate sustainable economic opportunities, boost food security, and strengthen the resilience of small-scale farming against climate change. The program will
