Agricultural industry
A new five-part docu-series from MEST Africa, Transforming Lives, Shaping Futures: AgTech in Ghana, has been released, showcasing how local AgTech companies are empowering smallholder farmers in Ghana to increase their yields, access new markets, and build climate resilience. The series highlights the challenges faced by Ghana's farmers,
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The global agricultural commodity market reached a value of nearly $5.59 trillion in 2024, having grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.59% since 2019. The market is expected to grow from $5.59 billion in 2024 to $8.03 trillion in 2029 at a rate
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Governor Josh Green, M.D., has signed five bills into law aimed at strengthening Hawai'i's agricultural and economic sectors, prioritizing the state's commitment to food security and self-reliance. The bills, signed in a ceremony, demonstrate the state's dedication to protecting its agricultural
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The Agricultural Credit Corporation's (ACC) Madaba branch in Jordan has made significant strides in its 2024 lending plan, with allocations increasing to JD 2.5 million, up from JD 1.8 million last year. This significant increase in lending has benefited approximately 354 borrowers, underscoring the government'
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Egypt's Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, met with his Spanish counterpart, Luis Planas, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation between the two countries. The meeting aimed to strengthen relations with EU countries and boost Egypt's agricultural exports in global markets. The discussion
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In western Kenya, a non-governmental organization, The Sustainable Organic Farming and Development Initiatives (SODFI), is implementing a groundbreaking approach to empower smallholder farmers and enhance food security in Kakamega and Vihiga counties. The organization provides free agricultural inputs, comprehensive farmer training, and an innovative seed banking model that encourages self-reliance
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As the weather warms up, the flavors of spring give way to the vibrant produce of early summer. Growers are harvesting summer treats like strawberries, aubergines, and tomatoes earlier than usual, while traditional favorites like broad beans, Jersey Royals, and asparagus are at their peak. Chefs and food enthusiasts are
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France's agricultural producer prices declined in May 2025 compared to the previous month and the same period last year, with some exceptions. Agricultural input purchase prices continued their downward trend for the twenty-fifth consecutive month, while cereal prices significantly fell over a month and a year. Fresh vegetable
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A new study by researchers at Yancheng Institute of Technology has shed light on China's agricultural trade with member countries of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The research, published in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, has identified key determinants that facilitate or constrain China's agricultural
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Researchers at Utah State University have made significant progress in understanding the complex process of insect-pollinated crop fertilization. By leveraging advances in high-throughput metabolic phenotyping and automation, scientists have developed a strategy to guide the selection of genotypes with enhanced pollinator visitation rates and effective cross-pollination. This breakthrough has the
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India's Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, emphasized that a prosperous agricultural sector and farmers are essential for a developed India. Speaking at a press conference, he highlighted the country's rapid progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, noting India's status as the
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Organic farming is increasingly important in agricultural production, especially in mountain and foothill areas. Researchers from Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences conducted a study to compare the quality and fertility of soils and the biodiversity of grasslands in organic and conventional farms in a foothill area within the
