All posts tagged "agricultural productivity"
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59Maize News in EnglishMaize harvesting at Ndonga Linena green scheme underway
Namibia’s Ndonga Linena Green Scheme became the first to harvest maize for the 2025 season, thanks to strategic reforms and tech investments....
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37Sugar News in EnglishUP govt allocates s 1,967-cr to expand sugar mills’ capacity
The UP government is expanding sugar mill capacity in Gajraula, Baghpat, Morna, and Semikhera, with Rs 1,967 crore allocated for upgrades. Gajraula...
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45Maize News in EnglishFood security at risk as State faces hiccups in fertiliser distribution
Delays in fertiliser distribution risk derailing President Ruto’s food security promise, a cornerstone of his Kenya Kwanza manifesto. Despite government assurances of...
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53Maize News in English
Bridging the gender gap in maize breeding: A call for inclusive agricultural research in Nigeria
A gender-responsive approach to maize breeding is crucial for food security in Nigeria and Africa. Research highlights gendered preferences, with men prioritizing...
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51Maize News in EnglishNepal : Farmers want locally produced hybrid maize seeds
Farmers in Nepal have raised concerns over the unavailability of domestically produced hybrid maize seeds, relying instead on imported varieties. During a...
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48Wheat News in EnglishIndia : “Beg India To Reconsider Wheat Export Ban As Soon As Possible”: IMF Chief
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva urged India to reconsider its wheat export ban, highlighting the country's crucial role in global food security. She...
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153Maize News in EnglishUnderstanding differences between GMO and hybrid crops : Kenya
Understanding GMOs and hybrids is crucial for agriculture. Dr. Eliud Kireger from KALRO and Prof. Theoplius Mutui from KEPHIS explain that GMOs...
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149Maize News in EnglishAlmora research institute develops 3 maize varieties
ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan in Almora has developed three maize varieties—VL Shikhar, VL Triposhi, and VL Poshika—for northern hilly regions of...
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167Maize News in EnglishFCMB: Supporting Women, Farmers in Fight Against Hunger in Nigeria
In northeast Nigeria, Babban Gona has transformed farmers' lives by boosting maize yields with high-yield seeds and fertilizer. Supported by FCMB and...
