The latest news from the agricultural sector
2026-01-16
Germany's potato surplus puts the pinch on farmers
A record-high surplus of potatoes in Germany has driven down prices for consumers, but come at a big cost for farmers. Read more
trade germany
2026-01-16
As bird flu spreads in Europe, farmers cull poultry stock
H5N1 bird flu cases are rising in farm and wild flocks, leading to mass poultry culls and concerns about food supplies. Read more
science europe
2026-01-16
German farmers venture into risky wetlands to cut emissions
Drained peatlands today cause more CO2 emissions than all global air travel combined — which is why farmers in Germany are experimenting with rewetting these areas. But so far, it remains a risky... Read more
business germany
2026-01-16
At Africa-Europe summit, Angola balances China, the West
Geopolitical rivalries can come with perks: Just look how many countries are vying for Angola's attention. The capital, Luanda, is bustling with international delegations coming in and out. But does... Read more
politics angola
2026-01-16
Virus has killed almost 9 million birds ― and counting
Authorities say bird flu poses a low risk to people right now, but in animals — both wild and domestic — it's causing global devastation. If left uncontrolled, it could also mutate into something far... Read more
health united states of america
2026-01-16
How these Indian women are driving a new food security model
In Rourkela, eastern India, farmers store unsold produce in solar-powered cold storage rooms and sell it at a later date, cutting food waste and securing farmers' income. Read more
food security india
2026-01-16
Fact check: Content farm videos on Merz, Starmer and Trump
Fake videos of political leaders often go viral online. DW's Fact check department analyzes how content farms use algorithm-driven formats, and what narratives they reinforce. Read more
technology europe
2026-01-16
Tamil Nadu: Growing rare desert roses with zero fertilizer
A farmer is turning a tidy profit growing beautiful desert roses with just sunlight and minimal water — showing eco-friendly farming can be a thriving business. Read more
nature and environment india
2026-01-16
EU advances Mercosur South America trade deal despite strife
A majority of EU countries have agreed to sign a deal with the South American trading bloc, Mercosur. The pact links the EU with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay for one of the world's largest... Read more
trade europe
2026-01-16
Kenyan milk producers embrace game-changing new tech
In Kenya's arid regions, keeping milk fresh is challenging. But new tech is building resilience and upping production. Read more
society kenya
2026-01-16
What the EU-Mercosur deal might mean for the environment
The EU is set to sign a long-awaited trade deal with South America's trade bloc, Mercosur. It may offer unexplored opportunities, but critics say the environmental fallout is being sidelined. Read more
nature and environment europe
2026-01-16
Germany's farms are failing despite high food prices
As Berlin's Green Week, the largest international agriculture fair, kicks off, German farmers raise the alarm over price pressure from retailers and international trade agreements like the impending... Read more
politics germany