Kufos says US report on India shrimp industry ‘fabricated’ Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies refutes claims of shrimp industry abuses, vows support for sustainability. The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024
Aqua export companies in Andhra Pradesh under scanner after drug bust at Visakhapatnam Port The activities of many companies exporting aquaculture products are now under scanner after the goods seized by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) from a shipping container at the Visakhapatnam Port tested positive for a variety of narcotic drugs. The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024
Direct seeding of rice offers hope and prosperity in Siddipet district Water-saving direct seeding of rice (DSR) in Siddipet district boosts yields, reduces costs, and addresses labour shortages for farmers. The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024
US meat lobby delighted at ‘positive’ prospects for industry after Cop28 Livestock bosses ‘enthusiastic’ about summit, while critics condemn vague language around meat and dairy consumption The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2024
Malaysian State Converts Ramadan Food Waste Into Fertiliser After breaking their Ramadan fast outside a mosque in Malaysia, people throw their leftovers into a machine that converts the food scraps into organic fertiliser for crops. International Business Times · Apr 8, 2024
Onion traders cry foul over underpriced exports to UAE Indian onion exports to UAE at low prices, yielding windfall profits for importers, amid global price surge. The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024
World Bank’s funding of ‘hog hotel’ factory farms under fire over climate effect Environmental and animal welfare groups call on lender to phase out support for ‘industrial’ livestock operations The Guardian - UK · Apr 7, 2024
Farmers facing broad spectrum of vulnerabilities sceptical of poll promises Farmers in Kerala skeptical of election promises, facing vulnerabilities like wild animal attacks and low rubber prices. The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024
Influenza A H5N1 detected in dairy cows in six States in the U.S. Avian influenza (bird flu) outbreak in U.S. dairy cows raises concerns about transmission to humans, with low current risk. The Hindu · Apr 6, 2024
Unexpected Strawberry Crop Spins Burkina's 'Red Gold' In the suburbs of Burkina Faso's capital Ouagadougou, lucrative strawberry farming is supplanting traditional crops like cabbage and lettuce and has become a top export to neighbouring countries. International Business Times · Apr 6, 2024
Aerial transformation of agriculture in Telangana Agricultural drones promise to revolutionise farming in Telangana, promising efficiency, safety and hope for women farmers. The Hindu · Apr 6, 2024
BRS stages protests demanding relief to farmers in distress due to crop loss BRS organizes Rythu Deeksha protests across Telangana demanding relief for farmers, highlighting crop failure and lack of irrigation water. The Hindu · Apr 6, 2024
This is when and how you should fertilize your grass — tips from experts Have you ever wondered how to fertilize your grass? Lawn experts reveal when is the best time to fertilize and top tips to achieve greener results. Tom’s Guide · Apr 6, 2024
Poultry giant Venky’s marketing antibiotics for growth promotion in farms Venky’s in India is marketing antibiotics for poultry growth, contributing to the rise and spread of drug-resistant infections. The Hindu · Apr 5, 2024
The Hindu · Apr 5, 2024 No proposal to resume sale of subsidised rice for ethanol production: Centre Government has no plans to resume sale of subsidised rice for ethanol production, focusing on maize-based ethanol.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024 Industrial Revolution began in 17th not 18th century, say academics Researchers find shift from agriculture to manufacturing first gained pace under Stuart monarchs
Evening Standard · Apr 4, 2024 Bed bug callouts soared by a fifth in London last year Boroughs in the capital spent more than £270,000 dealing with bed bugs last year
The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024 Alan Duncan facing Tory disciplinary inquiry over comments accusing senior party figures of being too ‘pro-Israel’ – as it happened Former Foreign Office minister had suggested some in government were prepared to overlook human rights violations
The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024 British farmers want basic income to cope with post-Brexit struggles Schemes to replace EU subsidies will not plug gap left by loss of EU subsidies for most farmers
Top News · Apr 3, 2024 Avian Flu Outbreaks In Poultry Facilities Raise Concerns Avian flu outbreaks in U.S. poultry and livestock raise concerns. Human cases rare but monitored for potential spread.
The Hindu · Apr 3, 2024 Farmers say their plight amid drought has been ignored in the electoral rhetoric Farmers in Mysuru demand political attention to key issues like drought relief, water conservation, and agricultural support.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 3, 2024 ‘Significant market concentration’: Australian farming lobby calls for poultry industry code of conduct Producers have a ‘genuine fear’ of challenging unfair contracts due to a lack of competition, the National Farmers Federation says
Salon · Apr 2, 2024 How exactly is shrimp imported? "India’s huge shrimp industry, heavily dependent on the U.S. market, is a fairly recent development"
WhatToWatch · Apr 2, 2024 Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker: where to watch, winners, interview and everything we know Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker sees the Countryfile host preside over an Apprentice-style competition for would-be tenant farmers.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2024 Australia’s soil to become net carbon emitter and threat to climate goals, report says Modelling points to ‘huge’ soil emissions in interior rangelands, which are more sensitive to a warming climate