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Computer science can help farmers explore alternative crops and sustainable farming methods

Humans have physically reconfigured half of the world’s land to grow just eight staple crops: maize (corn), soy, wheat, rice, cassava, sorghum, sweet potato and potato. They account for the vast majority of calories that people around the world consume. As global population rises, there’s pressure to expand production even…

The Conversation

The spiralling global rice crisis

Rice is a global staple and keeping the price low means “less people go to bed hungry”, said Al Jazeera. However, a controversial decision by the Indian government could upend this notion, and create chaos across the world.

The Week

Plan to allow barn conversions without planning permission ‘would destroy England’s national parks’

Park bosses condemn ‘bonkers’ proposition that they say would ‘cause untold damage to our landscapes’

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India’s rice export ban sparks concern that sugar may be next

NEW DELHI: After India banned some rice exports to control domestic prices, traders are worried another food staple could be vulnerable: Sugar.

The Times of India

Secret footage reveals chickens collapsing ‘in agony’ at farms supplying ‘ethical’ supermarket Co-op

Exclusive: Members angry as hidden cameras show grossly overweight birds ‘near death and unable to walk or drink’

The Independent UK

Health is an individual right and responsibility, say experts

A person must take responsibility for their health say experts at a public forum organised by the M S Swaminathan Research Foundation

The Hindu

Fears for viability of farm businesses after Fonterra's $5b blow to economy

Farmers are expected to defer debt repayments, cut back on operating expenses such as fertiliser, and curtail plans for capital expenditure – impacting on the wider rural sector. Andrew Patterson reports.

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Many Indane LPG distributors object to being forced to sell biscuits and flour in Chennai

Many distributors of the Indane liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) of the Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. are objecting to the oil marketing company (OMC) asking them to sell products of two private brands.

The Hindu

MBBS classes will start in new building of Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences, says Minister Shivanand Patil

Minister for Textiles, Sugarcane Development and Sugar and district-in-charge for Haveri Shivanand Patil announced that the classes of the first year MBBS course would be held at the new building of Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital from September.

The Hindu

PepsiCo’s Stock Top Stories: Regenerative Agriculture Investment, Plastic Use Concerns, And Trademark Lawsuit Win

Today's top stories for PepsiCo Inc

Zenger

Maharashtra introduces bill to compensate farmers for adulterated seeds, insecticides and fertilizers

The Maharashtra Government on August 4, 2023 introduced a bill in the legislative assembly to address the issue and provide compensation to farmers facing financial losses

The Hindu

Fears of food inflation rise as UK harvests hit by cool, wet summer

Farmers warn wheat, oilseed rape, potatoes and other crops have been affected after wettest July on record

The Guardian - UK

Oyster festival’s shell recycling to help last native bed in Scotland

Organisers of Stranraer oyster festival say shell of every eaten mollusc will be returned to bed in Loch Ryan

The Guardian - UK

India’s wild price swings for tomatoes make and lose fortunes

As fortunes were made or wiped out and budgets skewered, economists say it’s time India fixed its supply chain.

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The Hindu

Koti Vruksha Abhiyan yet to gain pace in Kalaburagi district

Kalaburagi district achieved 52% of 5.22L saplings target under Koti Vruksha Abhiyan. Forest Dept. achieved 74.24%, Agri Dept. 25.26% & Horti Dept. 18.83%. Jewargi, Chincholi & Afzalpur taluks surpassed target, while Kalagi, Yadrami & Shahabad failed to meet it.Kalaburagi district achieved 52% of 5.22L saplings target under Koti Vruksha Abhiyan.…

Zenger

Philippines Strengthens Agricultural Ties With Israel In Collaborative Efforts

Philippines Expands Agricultural Partnership with Israel to Boost Market Access and Technological Cooperation

The Hindu

Tobacco growers in Andhra Pradesh make hay as export demand spikes, seek higher crop cap

Farmers in Ongole, AP, demand higher quota for Rabi season due to record prices of ₹210/kg. Centre waived penalty on excess tobacco, considering export demand. 52.51 million kg sold at ₹210.11/kg, 56.85 million kg at ₹210.29/kg. Last year, 76 million kg sold at ₹172/kg. Global shortage of 400 million kg,…

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Mysuru MP seeks permission for late crop by tobacco farmers

MP Pratap Simha urges Commerce Sec. to allow late crop due to weather-related losses; farmers to take up plantation till Sept. 15; demand for tobacco high. #75

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From brink of closure to prospective Mini Ratna, FACT’s ‘blue elephants’ defy the odds

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: A shepherd keeps up the ancient rite of guiding sheep across northern Spain

A fine cloud of dust drifts across the sun-drenched landscape. The tinkling of sheep bells floats in the air, announcing the movement of 1,000 sheep and some goats through an ancient Spanish transhumance — or livestock migration — route.

The Hindu

Top news developments in Karnataka on August 3, 2023

The Hindu

Madras High Court orders compensation of ₹40,000 per acre for standing crops damaged for Paravanar canal diversion

Madras High Court on August 2, 2023 ordered ₹40,000 in compensation per acre to 88 farmers whose paddy crop, raised unauthorisedly on land acquired many years ago for Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited (NLCIL) expansion

The Hindu

State govt. to resume loan waiver to farmers from today

The Independent UK

Invasive fruit flies have been found near Los Angeles, prompting a produce quarantine

Nearly 30 invasive fruit flies have prompted a produce quarantine in Los Angeles County as state and local officials try to stop the fly from spreading to more fruits and vegetables

Zenger

Israeli Agriculture Minister Applauds Farmers’ Role In Protecting State Lands

Israeli Agriculture Minister hails farmers as guardians of state lands in Judea and Samaria

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