All posts tagged "food security"
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39Rice News in EnglishPhilippines : Agri dept, NHA to put KADIWA stores in housing projects
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the National Housing Authority (NHA) are collaborating to establish KADIWA stores in government housing projects, aiming...
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50Maize News in EnglishBangladesh : Farmers hoping for bumper maize production in Rangpur region
Farmers in Rangpur, Bangladesh, are expecting a bumper maize harvest after surpassing cultivation targets by 8.72%. The crop, which requires less water...
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91Wheat News in EnglishIndia plans to triple wheat storage capacity
India plans to triple its wheat storage capacity to 9 million tonnes within three years, as part of a $15 billion investment...
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79Rice News in EnglishNigeria : NEPC frowns at $480m expenditure on importation of 3m tonnes of rice
The Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has criticized the $480 million spent annually on rice imports, urging local production growth. At a...
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85Wheat News in EnglishAgriculture Secretary emphasizes importance of climate-resilient and organic farming as well as expanding agricultural exports
Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi and Estonia’s Minister Piret Hartman met in New Delhi to enhance agricultural cooperation. They discussed India’s focus on food...
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146Maize News in EnglishSouth Africa Maize prices continue to surge with yellow maize at over R5 000 per ton
Maize prices in South Africa have surged, with white maize reaching over R6,300 per ton. A 23% drop in production due to...
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80Rice News in EnglishRice purchases end in Punjab, Haryana with 7% drop
Rice procurement in Punjab and Haryana dropped by 7.4% to 151.52 lakh tonnes in 2024-25. Punjab's procurement was down 6.9%, while Haryana...
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80Maize News in EnglishSouth Africa Farmers demand fair play amid GM maize imports
The import of genetically modified (GM) maize into South Africa has sparked debate. While addressing food security in Southern Africa, stakeholders question...
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70Wheat News in EnglishPakistan : Bahawalpur DC for timely sowing of wheat crop
Bahawalpur Deputy Commissioner Dr. Farhan Farooq stressed the importance of timely wheat sowing to ensure national food security. Speaking at a divisional...
