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163Punjab govt plans to boost soybean production
The Punjab government plans to bolster soybean cultivation through a new genetics and seed supply chain center at the University of Agriculture...
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145Crude import bill up 21.4% in April-May
India's crude oil imports surged 6% to 43.1 million tonnes in the first two months of FY25, driven by robust demand amid...
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149Senate, House nearing deal on rice tariff law
House Speaker Martin Romualdez announced significant progress in discussions with Senate President Francis Escudero regarding amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL)....
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188Rice exports exceed expectations, reach record $3.6bn
"Record rice production of 9.9 million tons in FY24 propels Pakistan's exports to $3.6 billion, surpassing expectations. Non-Basmati sector leads, aided by...
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215NFA to keep building up rice buffer stock
The National Food Authority (NFA) has exceeded its first-half 2024 palay procurement target, acquiring 3.37 million 50-kg bags, totaling 168,262 metric tons....
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146Why direct seeding of rice (DSR) is yet to pick up in Punjab
Despite benefits like 15-20% water savings and faster maturation, Punjab's direct seeding of rice (DSR) faces slow adoption. Last year, only 1.73...
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190FG distributes 42,000MT of food to vulnerable Nigerians
The Federal Government has commenced the distribution of 42,000 metric tonnes of food items to ease economic hardships, starting in Borno State....
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155GMB Disburses US$3.29 Million to Farmers for Grain Deliveries
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) of Zimbabwe has disbursed US$3.29 million to farmers for maize and other grains delivered since April 1,...
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147‘Tanzania could beat Uganda to big grain deal with Zambia’
East African Grain Council (EAGC) discusses Uganda's role in supplying maize to Zambia amidst drought, emphasizing competitive pricing and quality standards. EAGC...
