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India has contingency plans in place amid 40% rainfall deficit, says Agriculture Commissioner

While India is currently facing 40 per cent rainfall deficit, the country has prepared district-level contingency plans to tackle possible rainfall uncertainty, with irrigation capacity and food grain reserves providing a buffer against any potential impact on crop production, said PK Singh, Agriculture Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

The Economic Times · Jun 23

A weedkiller banned in 70 countries can be used in Australia. Are the regulatory scales tipped in favour of big agriculture?

Herbicide manufacturer had reservations dating back to 1970s about paraquat but regulator says tighter controls, including phasing out backpack sprayers, can protect workers

The Guardian - AU · Jun 23

Fertiliser prices set to fall as Mideast shipments resume

The price of fertilisers is trending downwards, with shipments from the Middle East currently en route to Thailand, says the Commerce Minister.

Bangkok Post · Jun 22

Western Australian poultry farms locked down as second wild bird dies from H5N1 bird flu

Poultry producer Ingham’s announces move, as a brown skua and a giant petrel the first confirmed H5 cases on Australia’s mainland

The Guardian - AU · Jun 22

India likely won't export sugar for years as El Nino, ethanol squeeze supply

Once as a top sugar exporter, India is now anticipating a three-year stretch of significant export deficits, primarily driven by El Nino's adverse effects on cane cultivation. As ethanol demand rises, farmers are beginning to reassess their planting strategies, with some considering alternative crops. This shift might mark the first…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

‘Slug sleuth’ farmers in England help develop prediction tool to cut back on pesticide use

Maps created as part of Defra-funded Slimers project allowed test growers to halve amount of slug pellets used

The Guardian - UK · Jun 21

Increasing farmers' income is key to rural, state development: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the state government's commitment to boosting farmers' incomes, emphasizing the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme's role in alleviating debt. He noted that various initiatives since 2018, including direct paddy purchase and agricultural input subsidies, have significantly increased agricultural production and farmer earnings. The…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

As China gorges on homegrown foie gras, France faces a new rival

China is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse in foie gras production, with farmers like Li Fengshan driving massive output increases. Cheaper costs and innovative products are fueling this surge, potentially making China the world's largest producer soon. Despite export hurdles, Chinese companies are eyeing international markets, posing a significant…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

Why are my homegrown tomatoes not tasty enough? 3 essential tips from the experts

If you’re wondering why your homegrown tomatoes are not flavorful and tasty, experts reveal the reasons why and how to fix it.

Tom’s Guide · Jun 20

He wrote a letter to a farmer at 10 asking for work experience, now 13 years later he's helping run the business: Meet Jack Ancell

When Jack Ancell was just 10 years old, he wrote a letter to a local farmer asking for work experience, hoping to turn his childhood fascination with farming into something more. Although he was initially told he was too young and warned that farms could be dangerous places, his determination…

The Times of India · Jun 19