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The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has expressed optimism about Taraba State's Green House Farm, also known as the Cucumber Farm, which he believes will contribute significantly to food security in the North-east and Nigeria. The farm, inaugurated by Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas and attended by five
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The world's growing population is putting unprecedented pressure on the environment, and sustainable agriculture has become essential for ensuring long-term food security and environmental health. A recent study highlights the importance of adopting sustainable agricultural practices, which can help address key challenges such as resource depletion, biodiversity loss,
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A new report by researchers from Bahir Dar University highlights the importance of sustainable food and agriculture practices, focusing on the challenges faced by finger millet production in Africa and Asia. The study found that finger millet, a staple food for millions, is underutilized due to the threat of blast
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A study published in Regional Environmental Change has reported on the changes in ecosystem services in the farmland of the Wan'an watershed in Sichuan, China. The research focused on the relationships between landscape patterns and ecosystem services, and used models such as CNMM-DNDC and InVEST to simulate ecological
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Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian has appealed to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for an immediate financial package to aid in the flood relief efforts in the state. Over 4 lakh acres of agricultural land have been submerged, putting both state and national food security
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A new report highlights the urgency of adopting sustainable agricultural practices in the face of a growing global population and climate change. Researchers from Nanjing University emphasize the need for a multi-objective approach that balances crop productivity and environmental stewardship. They propose an innovative agricultural system research approach that integrates
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A recent United Nations World Food Program (WFP) report has noted a significant improvement in Zimbabwe's food security outlook due to an above-average harvest, stable local currency, and various resilience-building initiatives across the country. According to the report, staple commodities such as maize meal are widely available in
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Researchers at Alexandria University have conducted a study evaluating the use of millet as a sustainable functional ingredient in foods, particularly in kishk, a traditional Middle Eastern dish. The study found that millet-based kishk had improved nutritional and functional properties, including higher protein and ash content, and reduced fat content.
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Small-scale aquaculture systems in the Lake Victoria Basin of Uganda hold potential for improving livelihoods, food security, and economic growth, but African fish farmers struggle to achieve profitability. Research conducted by Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources investigated the financial performance of three small-scale aquaculture systems: ponds, cages, and
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As of September 5, Perum Bulog, a state-owned food logistics agency in Indonesia, has reported that the country's rice reserves stand at 3.9 million tons nationwide. This stockpile is primarily sourced from domestic production, with 75% of the total coming from within the country and the remaining
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Finland's Government has outlined measures to ensure conditions for sustainable growth and the well-being of Finns, with a focus on strengthening overall security and security of supply. Key components of this effort include food security and the availability of production inputs, such as fertilizers and energy. The Ministry
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A Senate Standing Committee has expressed significant dismay regarding ongoing vacancies, frequent breaches of export standard operating procedures, and deficiencies in quarantine systems, while evaluating the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority Bill in Islamabad. The Committee, led by Senator Syed Masroor Ahsan, probed the reasons behind the nine-month vacancy
