The latest news from the agricultural sector

2025-07-07
How Hong Kong rice farmers are saving local agriculture
Only a fraction of the rice Hong Kong residents consume comes from local sources. An group of farmers and researchers are trying to preserve rice agriculture, drawing attention to neglected farmland... Read more
food security hong kong

2025-07-07
Steep energy costs harm German industry
Energy-intensive sectors are struggling to operate profitably amid soaring energy costs in Germany. The new government needs to act quickly to ease the pressure on industry. Read more
business germany

2025-07-07
Citizens transform urban green space in Zimbabwe
With Africa's urban population expected to double by 2050, green city spaces will be vital. In Bulawayo, citizens have restored a neglected conservation area. Read more
nature and environment zimbabwe

2025-07-07
German court rejects climate case against energy giant RWE
Judges have dismissed a climate case brought by a Peruvian farmer against German energy company RWE seeking damages for endangering his home due to melting glaciers. Read more
nature and environment germany

2025-07-07
New technology helps to track elephants in Zimbabwe
As climate change brings more drought and less food, elephants often wander into villages, damaging crops and putting lives at risk. But a new tracking technology is helping to prevent that. Read more
nature and environment zimbabwe

2025-07-07
How dangerous are invasive insects in Europe?
Invasive insects like the tiger mosquito and the Asian hornet are becoming increasingly common across Europe, with devastating consequences for human health, agriculture and the environment. Read more
nature and environment europe
2025-07-07
AMS Announces Updates to Geographic Areas for Official Grain Inspection Services
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing updates to the descriptions of the geographic areas in which official service providers (OSPs) perform... Read more
2025-07-07
Even bananas can be made into plastic alternatives!
Banana fibers are often discarded, but in Tamil Nadu, they're transformed into eco-friendly, sustainable products. The company also empowers women to work and earn. Read more
nature and environment india
2025-07-07
Can Tinubu transform Benue state after deadly attacks?
After deadly attacks in central Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu promised support to the region and turn tragedy into prosperity. The government plans to support farmers in the bread basket region.... Read more
terrorism nigeria
2025-07-07
Greek government in crisis after EU subsidy scandal
EU subsidies for growing bananas on Mount Olympus? A scandal concerning illegally obtained EU agricultural subsidies has rocked Greece and led to a number of resignations. Read more
politics greece
2025-07-07
A Libyan farmer growing organic food in desert conditions
As Libya battles drought and climate change, a young farmer near Tripoli is pioneering aquaponics — a soil-free, water-efficient method that uses fish waste to grow crops. Could this closed-loop... Read more
food security libya
2025-07-07
Insect plague threatens Germany's potato harvest
An insect known as the reed glass-winged cicada is spreading a devastating disease to Germany's potato and vegetables, with some farmers facing total crop failure. What will this mean for consumers? Read more
nature and environment germany