The latest news from the agricultural sector
2025-05-23
Who is new Bundestag President Julia Klöckner?
CDU politician Julia Klöckner is the new president of the German parliament. She is seen as a controversial both for her populist statements and her links to lobbyists. Read more
politics germany
2025-05-23
Can US agriculture withstand a trade war with China?
US soybean farmers are facing uncertainty as Donald Trump's trade policies spark fears of market volatility. Can they navigate the risks of tariffs and lost exports? Read more
trade united states of america
2025-05-23
Trump tariffs: Why won't countries buy US meat products?
Several countries don't import US chicken rinsed in chlorine or beef products containing growth hormones. The Trump administration has used the bans to justify higher trade tariffs. Is US meat safe to... Read more
science united states of america
2025-05-23
Germany's spring drought stresses nature, farmers
After the driest March on record, German Environment Minister Steffi Lemke has warned the unusual spring drought will elevate wildfire risks, stress plants and animals and potentially disrupt shipping... Read more
nature and environment germany
2025-05-23
Are endangered fungi not 'cute enough' to be saved?
Fungi might not have the best reputation but are essential for our survival. With many species at risk, scientists say it's up to humans to help them. Read more
nature and environment global issues
2025-05-23
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
2025-05-23
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for Section 32 Purchase of Great Northern Dry Beans
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase commercially available Great Northern Dry Beans for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases... Read more
2025-05-23
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for Section 32 Purchase of Atlantic Groundfish and Pacific Pink Shrimp
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase commercially available Atlantic Groundfish and Pacific Pink Shrimp for distribution to various food nutrition assistance... Read more
2025-05-23
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for the Purchase of Canned and Dried Fruit Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase commercially available Canned and Dried Fruit products for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs.... Read more
2025-05-23
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
2025-05-23
Ugandan coffee initiative puts profits into women's hands
Uganda's top export, coffee, is largely produced by women farmers, who plant, nurture and harvest the crop. Yet women often have little control over the profits of the sale of coffee beans. One... Read more
business uganda
2025-05-23
Securing supplies of leafy greens
Indoor year-round harvests: vertical farms are booming in the USA and Asia. A Danish start-up is doing its bit for urban food security. Read more
food security denmark