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Researchers from Henan Agricultural University have made new findings regarding the early response of plants to osmotic stress, a major abiotic stress affecting crop productivity and global food security. By employing proteomics, the team identified a set of 20 stress-responsive proteins in maize roots subjected to short-term osmotic stress. These
Farmers
The Victorian state government has announced a $75 million funding package to support drought-hit farmers, bringing the total emergency drought funding to $144 million since September 2024. The new package aims to provide direct financial relief to the worst-affected farmers in south-west Victoria, as well as a range of statewide
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In semi-arid regions of Eastern Kenya, smallholder farmers struggle with erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and degraded soils, threatening their livelihoods and food security. Climate change exacerbates these challenges, but indigenous seed systems offer resilience and sustainability rooted in local knowledge. For generations, farmers have cultivated and preserved beans, maize, and
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Pakistan's farmers are among the world's most vulnerable to climate change, with the country ranking among the top 10 most severely affected by floods, droughts, heatwaves, and earthquakes. Agriculture is the backbone of the economy, accounting for 19% of the gross domestic product and employing more
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the chairmanship of the 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), emphasized the urgent need for proactive and integrated approaches to address drought and food security concerns. These concerns were discussed during a
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Labor's call for interest-free loans for farmers affected by drought and floods has been echoed by producers and farm leaders who have met with Agriculture Minister Julie Collins during her recent visits to drought-impacted properties in South Australia and Victoria. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked Ms Collins
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Researchers from Pontifical Catholic University in Chile have conducted a study on the impact of climate change on agricultural production, focusing on farmer adaptation strategies in response to water scarcity. The study examined the behavior of 235 farmers in Central Chile who have been facing a prolonged period of water
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Barwon Water is increasing its assistance to farmers affected by the ongoing drought by offering untreated and recycled water from its treatment plants. The move aims to provide relief to those struggling with the economic and social impacts of low rainfall. The water can be used for a range of
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Turkish farmers, particularly in Gönen, the nation's rice basket, are adopting agricultural drones to address water scarcity, operational inefficiency, and the challenges of drought. The introduction of autonomous drones has transformed daily life in the fields, enabling farmers to manage planting and fieldwork with precision, reducing water consumption,
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Residents of the Eyre Peninsula, which has been ravaged by drought, experienced a sense of relief last Friday. A generous donation of over $100,000 by the Lions Club of Glenside, Lions Club of Richmond, and the Lions Foundation, funded by Cummins Milling, helped facilitate the distribution of more than
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Faced with the ever-present threat of drought, Western Australian farmers, researchers, and agronomists are being offered a unique opportunity to learn from others in Victoria and Tasmania. The South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub (SW WA Hub) will lead a five-day study tour from August 31 to September
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Union Home and Cooperatives Minister Amit Shah attributed the reduction in farmer suicides in Maharashtra to the government's consistent investment in ensuring water security, particularly in drought-prone regions such as Vidarbha and Marathwada. He highlighted the implementation of initiatives like the Jal Yukta Shivar Yojana and the focus
