The latest news from the agricultural sector
2026-03-05
How protecting nature could make the world safer
Debt-for-nature swaps and conservation funds to halt biodiversity loss are gaining traction as governments link ecosystem collapse to geopolitical instability. Read more
nature and environment
2026-03-04
Solar‑powered vertical fish farms thrive in Kenya
Fish farmers in Kenya have found a sustainable way of carrying out aquaculture in dry areas: a high-rise fish farm. We take a look at a drought-beating idea. Read more
nature and environment africa
2026-03-04
How 200-year-old tea leaves could secure the future of tea
Climate change is making harvests increasingly unpredictable — including in Sri Lanka, where tea is a pillar of the economy. Now, researchers are turning to 200-year-old tea leaves to help farmers... Read more
climate sri lanka
2026-03-03
USDA Seeks Nominees for the Peanut Standards Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Peanut Standards Board to fill seats for six producers and six industry representatives. Six seats will be appointed for two-year... Read more
2026-03-03
Climate‑smart noni farming thrives in Mali’s heat
Noni trees need minimal water and bear fruit all year. The produce is used in traditional medicine and foods. Safoura Cissé is turning it into a sustainable industry. Read more
nature and environment africa
2026-03-02
The blueberry export boom in Peru's desert
Peru is the world's top exporter of blueberries. In the desert region of Ica, vast plantations thrive, thanks to controversial artificial irrigation methods. Read more
trade peru
2026-03-02
India's coconut capital seeks solutions to climate crisis
As pests and heat see Pollachi's coconut yield plummet, growers are looking to sustainable farming, soil health, resistant varieties, and organic solutions. Read more
climate india
2026-02-25
USDA Seeks Organizations to Nominate Members to the American Lamb Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from lamb producers, seedstock producers, feeders or first handler organizations interesting in nominating members to the American... Read more
2026-02-25
Brazil's soy giants clear way for deforestation
For almost two decades, Brazil's largest soy producers guaranteed their products did not come from land cleared in the Amazon rainforest. Now, all bets are off. Read more
nature and environment brazil
2026-02-25
Pakistan's charities put food on tables during Ramadan
Hundreds of charities in Pakistan are offering free Iftar meals to people struggling to feed their families due to soaring food prices. Read more
food security pakistan