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A new systematic literature review by University of Kassel researchers highlights the importance of short food supply chains (SFSCs) in promoting sustainable food systems. The study, published in Agricultural and Food Economics, emphasizes the need for a unified approach to understanding consumer perspectives on SFSCs. Researchers analyzed 30 peer-reviewed articles
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The 2nd Agricultural Forum, hosted by the Wilayat of Taqah in Dhofar Governorate, emphasized the importance of sustainable agriculture in promoting national food security and economic resilience. The two-day event brought together farmers, agricultural experts, government officials, and private sector partners to discuss challenges and opportunities in the sector. The
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Mercy Corps and Wajir County have formed a partnership to bolster livestock production and resilience, recognizing the sector's pivotal role in the county's economy. Livestock production is the dominant economic activity, with over 80% of the population relying on it for livelihoods and food security. The
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The UK government is set to publish its national security strategy tomorrow, amid rising global instability. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is calling for food security to be a central pillar of the strategy, echoing comments from former MI5 director general Baroness Manningham-Buller, who has described food production as
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In Pakistan, a country known for its agricultural roots, the reality is starkly different, with a growing food insecurity crisis threatening millions of people. According to a recent Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report, 11 million people, around 22% of the population, are facing acute food insecurity, with 1.7
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The Indonesian government has officially abolished quota restrictions on live cattle imports, a move aimed at strengthening national food security. Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that the policy will ensure adequate supplies of both beef and milk. The government had previously planned to
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Pakistan and Russia have been engaged in discussions to address challenges in bilateral trade, particularly in the agriculture sector. Key issues concerning trade barriers were discussed during a meeting between Pakistan's Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and the Russian Ambassador. The minister
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Research and innovation at Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST) are driving the production of African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) in Zimbabwe, aiming to enhance food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. Governed by Government funding and collaborative efforts, MUAST is showcasing AIVs such as Amaranthus, Cleome gynandra, and others,
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President Bola Tinubu has underlined the significance of expanding Nigeria's dairy and livestock sector, highlighting its potential for creating jobs, rural development, and food security. With Nigeria's growing population, the sector poses a substantial opportunity for the country's economic growth. The President's
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Danish Queen Mary Elizabeth have expressed their mutual interest in deepening ties between their countries, focusing on livestock development, agribusiness, and educational cooperation. This emphasis on cooperation comes as Queen Mary visits Nigeria as Patron of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), marking her first
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President Bola Tinubu welcomed the Queen of Denmark, Mary Elizabeth, to Nigeria, as part of her visit as the Patron of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The meeting at the State House marked the Queen's first visit to Nigeria, and it was an opportunity for the two
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Pakistan's rice shipments have remained largely unaffected by India's re-entry into the international market, thanks to a strategy adopted by local exporters that prioritized agility and quality. Despite India's heavy subsidies on exports, Pakistani exporters countered with a swift, quality-centric approach, avoiding a direct
