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Forestry

Genome-Wide Identification of Calcineurin B-like (Cbl) and Cbl-Interacting Protein Kinase (Cipk) Gene Families in Nicotiana Benthamiana

Scientists at Zhejiang Agriculture and Forestry University have made significant discoveries regarding the Calcineurin B-like (CBL) and CBL-interacting Protein Kinase (CIPK) gene families in Nicotiana benthamiana, a crucial model organism used in gene study and molecular farming. The research, which has been peer-reviewed, identifies 17 CBLs and 48 CIPKs in

Sensors

Highly Stretchable and Reliable Graphene-Based Strain Sensor for Plant Health Monitoring and Deep Learning-Assisted Crop Recognition

Researchers at Henan Agricultural University have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of plant health monitoring and crop identification, utilizing a highly stretchable and reliable strain sensor based on a graphene/Ecoflex composite. This innovative sensor has the potential to revolutionize the field of smart agriculture, enabling real-time monitoring

Agricultural industry

Vietnam Agricultural Sector Continues to Thrive Amid Global Challenges

Despite facing numerous difficulties due to climate change, natural disasters, and unfavorable world market situations, Vietnam's agricultural sector has continued to play a vital role in supporting the country's economy. The sector's exports have reached a record high, with agricultural, forestry, and fishery exports

Agricultural industry

Chongqing Food and Agricultural Products Processing Industry Ecosystem Thrives

The 2025 Chongqing Food and Agricultural Products Processing High-Quality Development Industry Ecology Conference was held at the Chongqing Yuelai International Convention Center, gathering renowned experts, scholars, and entrepreneurs to discuss trends in future food development and optimize the industry structure. The conference showcased 40 events, including industry ecosystem forums and

Agricultural industry

Poultry Farming Antibiotic Use and Antimicrobial Resistance: A Critical Challenge

A recent study in Nigeria reveals alarming rates of antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among poultry farmers. The research, led by Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), identified a significant knowledge gap among farmers about AMR and its health risks. The study's findings highlight the

Agricultural industry

Kyrgyzstan and Italy Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation

Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Bakyt Torobaev, recently met with the Italian Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in sustainable agriculture, food security, and cooperative development. The meeting highlighted the shared interests of both countries in promoting agricultural innovation and improving

Agricultural industry

Optimizing Wetland Conservation Programs through Data-Driven Framework

Researchers at the University of Nebraska have developed a data-driven framework to analyze watershed wetness dynamics and prioritize agricultural lands for wetland conservation. By mapping areas with periodic inundation of agricultural lands from 2018 to 2023 and integrating inundation dynamics, soil characteristics, and restoration context, the framework evaluates site suitability

Agricultural industry

Labour's Inheritance Tax Changes Hit UK Farmers with Confidence Drop

Farmers and growers across the UK are struggling with low confidence levels after the changes to inheritance tax announced at last year's Budget. This has led to decreased investment in their businesses, which produce the nation's food, support over 4.2 million jobs, and manage the

Agricultural industry

Huairou District Enhances Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Development

Huairou District in Beijing Municipality has prioritized the development of an agricultural product quality and safety system. On October 15, the District Agriculture and Rural Affairs Bureau and relevant departments attended a symposium with the Municipal Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Office and the Agricultural Safety Center. The event aimed

Agricultural industry

Sustainable Agriculture Research Highlights Precision Farming Potential

Precision agriculture and sustainable farming require accurate crop yield prediction and mapping, but research in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada, has highlighted a literature gap in potato yield prediction data. A study conducted by the University of Guelph, with support from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

Agricultural industry

Sustainable Potato Farming: Researchers Highlight Benefits of Cover Crops

Researchers at North-West University have conducted a study examining the impact of cover crops on potato yields and soil health. The study found that using leguminous cover crops can increase potato yields by 12-38%, improve soil structure, reduce erosion and greenhouse gas emissions, and help with water retention. Despite these

Agricultural industry

Digital Technology Adoption Enhances Farmer Livelihood Resilience in China

Research conducted in China's Liaoning Province reveals that digital technology adoption has significantly improved farmer livelihood resilience. A study involving 1,395 grape farmers surveyed through a multi-stage stratified random sampling approach found that digital sales adoption had the strongest effect, followed by production and financial services adoption.

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