Maize News in English Archives - Page 60 of 133

Agriculture sector records robust growth

Pakistan's agriculture sector thrives in 2023-24, growing by 6.25% and contributing 24% to the GDP. Notable increases in crops like cotton, rice,...

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Govt launches maize variety to close deficiency in production

Federal Government introduces TELA maize variety to address Nigeria's six million annual maize production deficit. Developed at IAR with partners, including AATF...

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Hippos destroy maize in Obongi district

Hippopotamuses wreak havoc in Obongi, Uganda, as they invade maize gardens in Yakinemiji, Kenya, and Arinya Cells, devastating crops and causing panic...

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Agriculture Dept plans to impose curbs on spring maize in Punjab

In response to alarming groundwater depletion due to spring maize cultivation, Punjab's Agriculture Department plans stringent measures. Director Jaswant Singh highlights the...

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Cultivating healthier communities with provitamin A maize varieties

A study in Zimbabwe's Murehwa District reveals widespread vitamin A deficiency despite maize being a staple. Provitamin A maize shows promise, but...

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Zambia’s insistence on GMO-free maize imports will hurt consumers’ pockets

Zambia faces a maize production crisis, with a more than 50% decrease due to a severe heatwave and drought. To meet domestic...

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‘Media collaboration key to unlocking potential of wetlands’

The Department of Bangladesh Haor and Wetlands Development (DBHWD), in partnership with 'Amra Nari' and the Marine Journalists Network (MJN), convened a...

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Grains like maize, sugar beet and potatoes will be planted at a later time.

Local farmers in Münster face challenges due to drenched fields, hindering crop fertilization. Corn, sugar beet, and potato planting delayed. Rain affects...