Food supply
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has unveiled plans to increase national soybean production by using 10,000 superior soybean seeds, aiming to reach a production of three tons per hectare. This initiative is a response to the impact of the recent increase in the price of imported soybeans from the
Food supply
The Huan County government in Lanzhou, Gansu Province, China, has been actively promoting a key agronomic technology of corn and soybean intercropping since 2022. The county aims to safeguard food security and increase production and income by utilizing the advantages of corn and soybean strip composite planting technology. A thousand-acre
Food supply
UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric warned that providing aid to agencies in the Gaza enclave has become extremely difficult due to access constraints, food security, and deteriorating health issues. The world's attention is drawn to the crisis as the United Nations struggles to maintain access to essential services, including
Food supply
Humanitarian agencies, including the UN and its partners, are struggling to deliver aid to the Gaza Strip due to intense fighting, access constraints, and deteriorating health issues. The conflict has caused widespread civilian suffering, with many living among piles of waste and sewage. Despite the challenges, the World Food Programme
Climate change
Climate change has heightened food security concerns, particularly in Africa, where a significant portion of produce is reliant on smallholder farmers in rainfed conditions. Prolonged flooding and droughts, driven by erratic weather patterns, have significantly elevated the risk of food scarcity. To mitigate this challenge, researchers are exploring flood-resilient rice
Climate change
As the world gears up to celebrate the December 5th World Soil Day, experts are raising the alarm over the alarming rate of soil depletion. The pressure on the soil, exacerbated by climate change and human activity, has led to its degradation, posing a significant threat to food security in
Climate change
The UK government aims to address the intertwined challenges of global food security and climate change by harnessing the country's strengths in science and technology. A new UK-CGIAR Centre has been launched, with the goal of strengthening ties between CGIAR and UK science institutes. The Centre will facilitate
Climate change
As the world prepares for the 28th United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai, indigenous farmer communities are set to bring the spotlight onto food systems, highlighting the critical role they play in addressing climate change. Against the backdrop of increasing concerns over food security and the climate crisis, COP28
Climate change
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, have launched the Sirb programme, a historic moment in the development of the UAE's space sector. The programme
Climate change
Rwanda's Parliament has directed the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources to outline strategies to address the limited irrigated land in the country, with food production heavily reliant on rainfall. This move aims to help farmers build resilience to climate change and achieve food security. The resolution was
Climate change
United States Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), and John Boozman (R-Ark.) have introduced the Foundation for International Food Security Act, a new model to tackle the growing global challenge of food security. The legislation aims to leverage private sector dollars to improve food systems, bringing innovative solutions
Climate change
The 24th session of the Agriculture Market Information System (AMIS) Global Food Market Information Group, held at the World Trade Organization (WTO) headquarters on 6-7 November, highlighted the importance of accurate and timely information on international agriculture markets for addressing climate change, conflict, and other challenges impacting global food markets.
