Farmers
Andrew George, the Liberal Democrat MP for St Ives, has tabled a cross-party parliamentary motion to protect farmers and growers from what he calls "supermarket bully boys." The motion, which urges the Government to consolidate two separate regulators and expand their powers, has garnered support from various organizations,
Farmers
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
Farmers
Young farmers in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, have emphasized the need for increased government support to boost livestock farming and reduce the country's dependence on imported animal products. The agriculturists, owners of an integrated livestock and crop farm, have seen significant success with their catfish, broilers, and other farm
Farmers
The Ondo State Government has embarked on an initiative to enhance the quality of feeds and boost livestock production by distributing 165 fodder choppers to livestock farmers in the state. The fodder choppers are farm equipment used to cut various types of fodder, such as grass, hay, and straws, to
Farmers
The municipality of Caconda, in Angola's Huila Province, has been hosting its 91st anniversary celebration, marked by a municipal fair that showcases local agricultural and livestock production. The event, which features 50 exhibitors, offers a wide range of products, including corn, beans, potatoes, cassava, avocados, bananas, as well
Farmers
The Cyprus agriculture ministry is facing challenges in providing irrigation water to banana growers in Paphos due to a particularly difficult hydrological year. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou and Director General Andreas Gregoriou are scheduled to meet with producers in the coming days to address the issue. The quantities allocated for
Farmers
As Nigeria grapples with the challenges of food security, public health, and trade, experts in the agriculture sector are emphasizing the need for a shift towards organic farming. The experts warn that the continued reliance on hazardous agrochemicals threatens public health and limits Nigeria's access to international markets.
Farmers
Livestock breeders and policy makers focus on genetics and nutrition as critical components of animal productivity, yet mineral supplementation is a frequently overlooked yet vital element in cattle diets. Minerals play a crucial role in influencing growth, reproduction, immunity, and milk or meat yield. Effective livestock policies and investments must
Farmers
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
Farmers
The UK government's consultation on improving food labelling has shown strong public support for clearer information on country of origin and production methods. However, the National Farmers' Union (NFU) has expressed concerns that production method labels could cause confusion and add unnecessary strain on farms. The consultation
Farmers
Attorney General Nick Brown filed a civil rights lawsuit against Toppenish-based Cornerstone Ranches and its affiliates, alleging the hops and apple grower discriminated against local and female farmworkers by unlawfully terminating them and replacing them with foreign H-2A agricultural workers. The lawsuit claims that Cornerstone held local workers to unfair
Farmers
As South Africa's farming sector grapples with increasing financial pressure, farmers are resorting to innovative strategies such as contract farming, leasing land, and switching to high-value crops. However, these changes can introduce new risks that are not covered under their existing insurance policies, highlighting the importance of full
