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The NFU (National Farmers' Union) is showcasing the vital contribution of farming to Hertfordshire's economy and community at this weekend's Hertfordshire County Show. With a marquee setup at the event, NFU members and staff will engage with visitors to discuss the challenges facing the farming
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The UK government's proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) under Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules have been criticized by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee, which has called for a delay in implementing the reforms until April 2027. The committee's cross-party report warns that
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Rice farming has become a lucrative opportunity for youth in Nigeria, with farmers like Mr. Hassan Abdulateef making significant profits from the crop. Abdulateef, a 40-year-old rice farmer from Difa Community, has been cultivating rice for over 20 years and earns at least N2.5 million annually. However, he faces
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Riverina rice growers have experienced a remarkable 2025 harvest, culminating in a record-breaking yield for the second consecutive year. Despite officials' reluctance to disclose the exact results, the Ricegrowers Association president, Peter Herrmann, confirmed that the outcome would be announced in August. Herrmann noted that the yield has a
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) is conducting an investigation into allegations of traders taking advantage of local rice farmers by buying palay (unhusked rice) at significantly lower prices than the National Food Authority's (NFA) set price range. According to DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., the investigation aims
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The Embassy of Japan, World Food Programme (WFP), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) launched a solar-powered cold storage facility in Sierra Leone, marking a significant breakthrough in post-harvest storage for women vegetable farmers. The innovative facility, funded by the Government of Japan and implemented by WFP
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Thailand's fruit farmers are looking to the global popularity of K-pop star Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal to increase demand for their produce overseas. During a visit by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, growers suggested that Lisa's international influence could be the key to raising Thailand'
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Feni's livestock farmers are struggling to prepare for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha market, anticipating fair prices despite increased costs of cattle feed, veterinary medicines, and electricity. With a surge in demand for sacrificial animals, farmers are concerned about market volatility and potential cross-border cattle smuggling. The District Department of
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Assistant Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Mr. Baratiwa Mathoothe, emphasized the government's commitment to creating an environment that encourages youth involvement in the livestock farming value chain. Speaking at the Youth Livestock Farmer's Day in Serowe, he highlighted the need to transform Botswana's economy
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Dilpreet Singh, a millet farmer from Sangrur in Punjab, has successfully exported nine types of millets to Australia last year. Building on this achievement, he is now targeting the health-conscious Punjabi diaspora in Canada with a new consignment of ready-to-eat millets. This expansion is fueled by online visibility and positive
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Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has urged for immediate action to prevent the influx of imported cassava and its derivatives from impacting local farmers' income, productivity, and competitiveness. The proposal has been sent to Coordinating Minister of Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, involving the Industry Ministry, Finance Ministry, and Trade
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A delegation of apple growers from the Himalayan Apple Growers Society met with Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, calling for a complete ban on apple imports from Turkey due to significant losses from cheap and subsidized imports. The growers expressed concern over Turkey's support for
