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153 Nobel and World Food Prize Laureates Issue Urgent Wake-Up Call Over Hunger Tipping Point
A broad coalition of 153 Nobel and World Food Prize Laureates has made an unprecedented plea for financial and political backing to develop “moonshot” technologies to avert a hunger catastrophe in the next 25 years. Read more…
Understanding the Regulatory Challenges for CRISPR Gene Editing on Crops
CRISPR/Cas gene-editing technology (CRISPR) presents a possible solution to this impending crisis. However, incorporating CRISPR into agriculture and food production requires navigating complex regulatory frameworks that could determine how widely these innovations are adopted. Read more…
Country News
Bayer: Federal Court Brings an End to Roundup™ Litigation in Australia
The Court issued a 322-page ruling finding that the weight of scientific evidence does not support a link between glyphosate and NHL. This is an outcome consistent with worldwide regulatory and scientific assessments, including from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), concluding that glyphosate is not carcinogenic. Read more…
Destructive tomato virus leads to 120 job losses at Victorian farm
More 100 workers have lost their jobs at a Victorian tomato glasshouse where a damaging virus has been detected. The tomato brown rugose virus reduces crop yields by up to 70 per cent. Read more…
How AI is helping farmers and the Great Barrier Reef
Artificial intelligence is being used as a tool across many Australian industries right now, including farming — where home-grown experts have developed “intelligent irrigation” to help ease the workload for farmers, and conserve water. Read more…
Calls continue to change organic labelling rules in Australia
Organic certification is not legally required for a product to be described as organic, but a business making organic claims must be able to prove them. Read more…
Sunn hemp trialled in cotton fields to combat reniform nematodes
A cotton-growing region is battling a microscopic soil pest that is decimating cotton crops. Scientists have found that a new legume — called sunn hemp — may reduce the impact of reniform nematodes. Read more…
China approves 17 more gene-edited crop varieties
China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) has awarded safety certificates to 17 gene-edited crop varieties, according to a Reuters report. Read more…
Chinese rice tastes and looks better than it did 16 years ago, research team finds
The taste of rice in China has improved over the past decade or so, Chinese researchers have discovered. Read more…
Minister Han Jun Meets with FAO Director-General
Minister Han said that in 2024, China’s grain output reached 700 million tonnes for the first time, showing that China has further enhanced its food security and made significant contributions to safeguarding global food security. Read more…
Chinese researchers develop green, effective pesticide formulation
Chinese scientists have developed a new eco-friendly pesticide formulation that enhances pest control while being safer for crops and the environment. Read more…
During this state visit, Dissanayake is scheduled to participate in several key engagements, including field visits focused on technological and agricultural development, as well as initiatives aimed at poverty alleviation. Read more…
China’s space station conducts over 1,000 research projects
China’s space station will conduct more than 1,000 research projects, promote science popularization and enhance international cooperation over the next 10 to 15 years. Read more…
CropLife India pioneers Small Tea Growers’ education drive on the use of Crop Protection Products
Unique campaign designed specifically to help the farmers meet the compliance standards of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and maximum residue level (MRL) parameters. Read more…
CM launches UP-AGREES project to boost agri sector
The initiative aims to improve farmers’ yield, which is anticipated to rise from 10 quintals to 14-15 quintals per acre, and will provide a much-needed boost to the agricultural economy of Uttar Pradesh. Read more…
UP govt, Google Cloud launch AI-powered agri network
LUCKNOW The UP government has signed an MoU with Google Cloud (India) to launch the Gemini-powered and Beacon-enabled Uttar Pradesh Open Network for Agriculture. Read more…
Why protesting farmers in Punjab want India to withdraw from WTO
According to the protesting farmers, the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Agreement on Agriculture (AoA), implemented to reduce agricultural subsidies and establish fairer trade systems, is fundamentally biased against developing nations like India. Read more…
ISRO Cowpea Seeds Successfully Germinate in Space: Everything You Need to Know
ISRO announces successful cowpea seed germination in space, part of the CROPS experiment studying plant growth in microgravity. Read more…
Google Signs Deal To Buy Carbon Credits From Indian Farms
The deal – signed by Google and Indian supplier Varaha – is one of the biggest ever involving biochar, and is the tech giant’s first foray into India’s carbon dioxide removal (CDR) sector. Read more…
New Soil Carbon Measurement Method Could Boost Trust in Carbon Credit Markets
Direct soil carbon measurement techniques offer greater accuracy, enhancing the reliability of carbon credits and supporting agricultural sustainability. Read more…
Shallot research boosting yields for Indonesian farmers
Shallot farmers across 4 coastal provinces in Indonesia are experiencing significant growth in production and income through ACIAR-funded research promoting sustainable cropping systems. Read more…
Indonesia bolsters financing for agriculture, fisheries enterprises
The Indonesian Government is also boosting the business cluster-based KUR and KUR for agricultural tools and machinery as strategic steps to boost productivity in the agriculture sector. Read more…
Indonesian forestry minister proposes 20m hectares of deforestation for crops
An Indonesian government plan to clear forests spanning an area twice the size of South Korea for food and biofuel crops has sparked fears of massive greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity loss. Read more…
Farmers prefer corn over wheat for feed
The Indonesian government’s plan to import wheat as an alternative to corn for animal feed has sparked concerns among poultry farmers. Read more…
Indonesia will stop importing feed corn in 2025
Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Food, Zulkifli Hasan, announced that the country will cease importing corn for feed in 2025, as local production is expected to surpass domestic demand. Read more…
Farm-welfare links for disabled employment expand in Japan
Agriculture-welfare partnerships, in which individuals with disabilities actively participate in farming activities, have been steadily gaining momentum in Japan. Read more…
Japan rice prices jump to record for 4th month
Rice prices set a record high for a fourth consecutive month amid rising production costs. Read more…
Japan, China agree to continue talks for lifting import ban on Japanese beef
Japan and China have agreed to keep communicating over early lifting of China’s import ban on Japanese beef. The ban has continued for more than 20 years. Read more…
Ministry vows to spur growth of K-food exports
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs held a meeting at aT Center in Seoul on Tuesday to discuss strategies for sustaining growth in Korean agricultural and food exports. Read more…
Agriculture: Unsung hero of Korea’s economic miracle
It is well known that Korea achieved the “Miracle on the Han River” through rapid industrialization. However, few are aware that this economic success would not have been possible without the significant growth in agriculture. Read more…
Rice industry sinking, farmers warn ahead of Putrajaya gathering to protest floor price
They say the amount under discussion is disproportionate to their current operating costs following the removal of diesel subsidies last year. Read more…
Climate, crisis and cost of food
AGRICULTURE remains both the backbone of Malaysia’s economy and a critical element of our national identity. However, as the climate crisis escalates, this vital sector faces mounting threats that jeopardise our ability to feed the nation. Read more…
Local onion cultivation could save Malaysia RM300mil: Mohamad Sabu
Malaysia can save around RM300 million if the local onion cultivation project succeeds, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. Read more…
DA to build P3 billion cold storage facilities for fruits, vegetables
Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to roll out a P3-billion initiative to construct 99 cold storage facilities nationwide, aiming to extend the shelf life of fruits, vegetables and high-value crops, while ensuring price stability and food security. Read more…
DA forms TWG for food security emergency
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has formed a technical working group (TWG) to formulate the implementing rules for the release of National Food Authority (NFA) rice stocks once the government officially declares a food security emergency on the staple. Read more…
JICA urges more high-value agri investments in Philippines
Japan’s aid arm is urging more job-generating and value-adding investments in the Philippines’ agriculture sector so the domestic vegetable industry can meet the country’s food security needs while also tapping into a wealth of business opportunities. Read more…
Low-GI rice varieties for diabetics
With diabetes rising as the fourth leading cause of death in the Philippines, PhilRice food scientists are exploring rice varieties better suited for people with the medical condition. They are investigating rice with low glycemic indexes (GI) to help manage blood sugar levels. Read more…
Farmers get subsidized access to drone services
Thus, the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA), together with the Department of Agriculture-National Rice Program (DA-NRP), is promoting precision agriculture through the Drones4Rice project, emphasizing its benefits for rice farmers and the need to regulate drone activities. Read more…
Taiwanese agritech signs up for UPD community development project
A Taiwanese agricultural technology company and the University of the Philippines (UP) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for locating on UP Diliman campus a demonstration area for innovations in urban farming supporting climate change resilience, human wellness and other such sustainable development goals. Read more…
Chinese delegation, Punjab minister discuss agriculture cooperation
A delegation of China’s (Beijing) Company BGI Group led by its Chairman Dr Wang Jian met with Punjab Agriculture Minister Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani here on Monday. Read more…
EO-1 Satellite to enhance country’s capabilities in agriculture, disaster management
The first fully indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) Satellite, launched by Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) on Friday, is expected to enhance country’s capabilities in agriculture, disaster management, environmental monitoring and other sectors, symbolizing its growing expertise in space sciences. Read more…
Fall in cotton production worries Sindh industries
Sindh’s industrial sector has expressed grave concern over the fall in cotton production, which will have serious implications for the textile sector as well as the national economy, reports WealthPK. Read more…
Fertilizer Company receives 1.5MW power supply in Gwadar North Free Zone
Agven Private Limited, a fertilizer company in the Gwadar North Free Zone, began receiving 1.5MW of electricity as part of its allocated share, following a significant infrastructure development. Read more…
Pakistan’s sesame seed exports to China surpass $226 million in 2024
Pakistan’s exports of sesame seeds to China exceeded $226 million in 2024, marking a significant development in bilateral trade relations. Read more…
Taiwan to take in 1,000 Indian workers, recruitment talks on with northeastern states
Sources in Taiwan said Taipei has expressed a preference to hire these workers from India’s northeastern states, citing cultural similarities and easy assimilation. Read more…
Taiwan fresh pork exports to Singapore restart after 15-year hiatus
The first batch of fresh pork from Taiwan was shipped to Singapore on Wednesday after the city state announced in November 2024 it would reopen its market to imports of Taiwanese pork for the first time in 15 years, a Taiwanese pork producer said. Read more…
Bayer AG celebrates 62 years in Thailand with new collaboration plans
The multinational reaffirms its commitment to supporting Thailand’s health and agriculture sectors in meeting with Paetongtarn at Davos. Read more…
PM arrives in Davos, meets business leaders to boost investment in Thailand
During the WEF Annual Meeting 2025 (WEF AM25) in Davos, Switzerland, on January 21, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held discussions with senior executives from leading companies, including DP World, Nestlé, and Coca-Cola. Read more…
Durian exports to China resume amid strict policy to ensure quality
Thailand was allowed to resume durian exports to China on Monday as the Agriculture Ministry and relevant agencies have imposed a strict policy to ensure fruit quality. Read more…
Measures implemented to prevent agricultural burning
Agriculture and Cooperatives ministry to root out farmers who have taken part in burning their fields. Read more…
Thailand switching to low-carbon rice to meet net-zero goal
The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry is promoting low-carbon rice cultivation to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, tackle global warming and boost competitiveness in the global market. Read more…
Urban Farms Take Root In Singapore’s Race For More Food Self-Sufficiency – Analysis
Singapore’s ambitious bid to revolutionise food security has turned it into a living experiment in high-tech urban farming and novel food production. Read more…
Brazil, Singapore sign agreement for pork trade in case of ASF
Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) has signed a regionalisation agreement with Singapore to ensure trade in meat and pork products in the event of an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Brazil, according to a government-issued press release. Read more…
Vietnam’s feed companies struggle with soybean meal supply
Amid a jump in global prices, the nation’s feed manufacturers are also being challenged by administrative inconsistencies related to imported soybean meal. Read more…
USDA ERS Report Shows Recent Trends on GE Crop Adoption in the US
Chinese scientists decode popular sugarcane variety
CRISPR technology transforms mustard greens, paving the way for innovative crops
Expected Profitability and Perception Drive Farmer’s Participation in GM Crop Farming
Researchers explore breakthrough approach to combat devastating citrus greening disease
Gene-silencing Spray to Fight Fusarium Head Blight in Cereal Crops
Gene-edited soil bacteria could provide third source of nitrogen for corn production
Researchers Test Dual-process Framework for Understanding Acceptance of Genetic Modification
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