Agricultural industry
A recent study published in Biology and Fertility of Soils has shed light on the effects of cover crops and microbial inoculants on soil microbial communities and maize yield in various farming systems. The research, conducted by a team of scientists from Georg-August-University, analyzed the impact of different farming systems,
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The European Commission has put the Greek paying agency OPEKEPE's accreditation under probation for 12 months due to identified deficiencies in its compliance with the accreditation criteria. This decision was made on September 10, 2024, and the agency must complete all remedial actions by September 12, 2025. The
Agricultural industry
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has testified before the House Agriculture Committee, emphasizing the importance of community banks in the nation's agriculture credit markets. ICBA's Senior Vice President and Agriculture Banking Manager, Brian Gilbert, highlighted the significance of USDA guaranteed farm loan programs and
Agricultural industry
Farmers across the UK are raising the alarm about the growing risk of wildfires, with dire warnings of "tinderbox conditions" that pose a threat to both people and animals. As a long dry summer forecasts more challenging times for firefighters, farmers are calling for greater cooperation and investment
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The Supreme Court has ruled that land leased under the Goa Agricultural Tenancy Act of 1964 must be used only for farming purposes, not for any other use. This decision strengthens the legal protection for agricultural land in the state. The ruling came while hearing a long-standing dispute over two
Agricultural industry
The UK has recently strengthened its agricultural cooperation with Guatemala through a meeting between the British Ambassador, Juliana Correa, and the Guatemalan Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food, María Fernanda Rivera. The discussion centered on promoting collaborations in smart agriculture, biotechnology, and sustainable rural development. Opportunities for British companies to
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Hundreds of family farmers from various regions of Bahia will gather in Ilheus this Thursday, July 17, to participate in the Chocolat Festival 2025. The occasion is particularly special for these farmers as the Bahian Superintendence of Technical Assistance and Rural Extension (Bahiater) is hosting an exclusive seminar as part
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Duck farming has become a lucrative opportunity for unemployed youth and housewives in Fultala upazila of Dhaka, bringing positive changes to the local economy. Yeasin Farazi, a farmer from Damodar village, has successfully expanded his farm from 50 Khaki Campbell ducklings to 1,300 ducks, earning a monthly income of
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The State of Ceara in northeastern Brazil has launched the 2025/26 Family Farming Harvest Plan, allocating a significant investment of R$89 billion nationwide, with R$78.2 billion earmarked for rural credit through the National Program to Strengthen Family Farming (Pronaf). This effort aims to support family farming,
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Researchers at the Federal University of Rondonopolis (UFR) have successfully developed a new technology to produce fertilizers from plant ash, a byproduct of wood burning in local industries. This initiative, promoted by the Mato Grosso State Research Support Foundation (Fapemat), aims to cater to the needs of family farming, reducing
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As the war in Sudan enters its third year, farmers across the country face unprecedented challenges that threaten their livelihoods and the nation's food security. Recent reports from Gedaref, Al-Jazeera, and South Kordofan highlight the devastating impact of the conflict on agriculture, with widespread crop losses, market disruptions,
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The Welsh Government's Sustainable Farming Scheme has been heavily criticized by local Senedd Member Paul Davies, who claims it will not deliver for Welsh farmers. The scheme, which replaces the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) system, is a voluntary initiative that requires farm businesses to adhere to 12
