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How To Slash Global Warming With Plant-based Food Options

“Understanding the impacts of dietary shifts expands our options for reducing GHG emissions. 

Zenger · Sep 13, 2023

Fentanyl, cartels or simple market glut: what’s behind collapse of Colombia’s coca market?

As the price of coca has slumped, the rural families who depend on the shrub are wondering how they’re going to get by

The Guardian - US · Sep 13, 2023

Glyphosate herbicide is ‘absolutely fine’ to use, says environment secretary

Therese Coffey expressed her support for the weedkiller during an address to the National Farmers’ Union.

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023

Congress flays reduction of duty on American apples

Congress opposes lowering of import duty on US apples, alleges PM Modi is harming interests of domestic apple growers in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said PM Modi is trying to please the U.S. by offering concessions, which goes against 'vocal for local' slogan. NC…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Mega farm fair in Dharwad witnesses over 10.65 lakh visitors in four days

Krishi Mela 2023, organised by UAS Dharwad, concluded successfully with 10.65 lakh visitors. 825 quintals of seeds were purchased for rabi cultivation. Farmers from various states attended the four-day event. Seminars on oilseed crops and farmer development were held. Former Director of Research, UAS, H.L. Nadaf said oilseeds are essential…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Hunt Is On For ‘super Potato’ That Will Withstand Global Warming

The potato is a staple food source for many people around the world and one of the most important food crops globally.

Zenger · Sep 12, 2023

Experts call for innovation, sustainability in coconut industry

The coconut industry needs to adopt innovation and sustainability with the support of a comprehensive strategy to promote cultivation, scientific crop management and value-addition, according to experts at a meet here on Tuesday. 

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Nearly 1.6 lakh one-stop shop for PM Kisan Samridhi Kendras farm inputs operational; number to reach two lakh soon: Mansukh Mandaviya

Around 1.6 lakh PM Kisan Samridhi Kendras have become operational across the country and will soon reach a two lakh figure, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on September 12 said.

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Meet the man who grows the biggest vegetables in the world

Enormous onions and huge aubergines are a passion of record-breaking grower, Peter Glazebrook. By Hannah Stephenson.

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023

President Murmu to inaugurate global meet to discuss future of farmers rights on September 12

The outcome expected from the programme includes increased knowledge and awareness of farmers’ rights, shared and disseminated measures, best practices, experiences and lessons learned

The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023