All posts tagged "farmers"
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418Sugar News in EnglishFiji : 59 sugarcane farmers receive government support
The Fijian government has granted 59 sugarcane farmers in Seaqaqa financial assistance under the New Farmers/Lease Premium Grant Program. Minister for Sugar...
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274Wheat News in EnglishFarming Tips: Adopt new technology in farming! You will earn a lot even after wheat harvesting
Farmers are now utilizing straw reaper machines to convert post-harvest wheat residue into valuable straw, providing an additional income source and reducing...
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438Sugar News in English88 sugarcane varieties developed during 2014-2024
Between 2014 and 2024, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) developed 2,900 location-specific improved crop varieties, including 1,380 cereals, 412 oilseeds,...
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512Sugar News in EnglishKenya: Sugar output up following large mature cane stocks in February
In February 2025, Kenya's sugar production increased by 5% to 76,758 tonnes, despite a slight decrease in milled sugarcane to 816,632 tonnes....
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181Sugar News in EnglishUttar Pradesh: Kairana MP raises sugarcane farmers’ issues in Parliament
Kairana MP Iqra Hasan has raised concerns in Parliament about unpaid dues to sugarcane farmers in Shamli district, highlighting ongoing protests at...
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252Sugar News in EnglishThese 13 sugar factories in Solapur and Dharashiv districts miscalculated sugarcane bills
As of February 15, 2025, sugar mills in Maharashtra have cleared 87.07% of their Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) dues to sugarcane...
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311Maize News in EnglishBridging 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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186Wheat News in EnglishWheat futures dip on favourable weather
Chicago wheat futures fell 0.27% to $5.46-6/8 a bushel, pressured by favorable weather in key regions and ongoing Russia-Ukraine peace talks. A...
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305Rice News in EnglishKogi VCDP Farmers Reap Bumper Dry Season Rice Harvest, Laud VCDP Support
Farmers in Kogi State, under the IFAD-Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP), are celebrating a record dry-season rice harvest, thanks to improved seeds,...
