Agriculture
A meeting was held in Freetown on August 18, 2025, between Rosselkhoznadzor representatives and Sierra Leone's First Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Teresa Dick. The meeting continued discussions started during a June meeting with the Sierra Leonean Ambassador to Russia, Mohamed Yongawa. The Russian side presented
Agriculture
The agriculture sector in the United States emits significant amounts of greenhouse gases (GHGs), primarily through crop production and livestock management, including poultry. With agriculture accounting for approximately 10% of total U.S. GHG emissions, the sector is a crucial contributor to climate change, affecting the economy and the federal
Agriculture
Inner Mongolia, a key national agricultural and livestock production base, has maintained its leading position in the country with outstanding achievements in beef, mutton, and milk production. The region's grain output has exceeded 70 billion jin for five consecutive years, with more than half of that grain being
Farmers
Echuca saleyards in Victoria have taken the top spot for the highest average price for yearling steers and heifers in the 2024-25 financial year, with prices reaching 362c/kg liveweight and 322c/kg respectively. This comes after the saleyards shifted to a weekly sale format, attracting significantly more numbers and
Farmers
PRO-LIVESTOCK, a new Cornell program, aims to support New York state livestock farmers, particularly in the cattle, goat, and sheep industries. The program, launched earlier this year, builds on the success of PRO-DAIRY, a national leader in extension and applied research that has been supporting dairy farmers in the state
Farmers
Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has selected nine outstanding crop and livestock varieties for national promotion, aiming to meet the basic needs of farmers and enhance agricultural productivity. The promoted varieties include six excellent crop varieties and three livestock and poultry varieties, representing technological breakthroughs in soybean and cattle breeding. These
Farmers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on India's Independence Day, reiterating his government's stance on tariffs and economic self-sufficiency. In the face of US President Donald Trump's threatened 25% reciprocal tariffs and an additional 25% punitive tariff on India, Modi emphasized India'
Agriculture
Researchers from Wageningen University and Research have developed a system for monitoring cattle growth on an individual level using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-based Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) system. The study, published in Scientific Data, utilized 96 semi-free-range beef cattle and obtained data on their growth, including body
Agriculture
The agricultural sector plays a vital role in Ethiopia's economy, employing 80% of the workforce and accounting for 70% of export earnings. The country's vast arable land and water resources make it an ideal location for irrigation and agriculture, with experts estimating that only 12 million
Agriculture
Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein recently visited several townships in the region to assess the state of agriculture and livestock activities. During the inspections, he observed various farming practices, including the use of natural fertilizers, solar-powered irrigation, and fish amino acid foliar fertilizer. The Chief Minister also visited
Farmers
Thailand has taken a bold step towards ensuring the safety of its citizens by banning the use of red meat accelerators at all stages of production. The country's Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has prioritized public health, according to Dr. Somchuan Rattanamangkalanon, Director-General of the Department of Livestock
Agriculture
The Indian government does not have a specific program, Rashtriya Pashudhan Abhiyan, aimed at promoting goat farming businesses. However, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying implements the National Livestock Mission, which includes the Entrepreneurship Development Programme offering a 50% capital subsidy for the establishment of goat breeding farms. This
