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BIRC 2026 concludes with over 24,000 footfall, strengthening India’s global rice trade remained prime focus

The Bharat International Rice Conference 2026 concluded in New Delhi with 24,387 participants over two business days, facilitating trade meetings and agreements....

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Edible Oil News in English

Oil palm yields in Nigeria more than double with improved farming practices

Nigeria’s improved oil palm management practices have raised some farmers’ yields from around 2.7 to over 6 tonnes per hectare annually. Better...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Government cites 3-5 litre water use per litre of ethanol, flags maize shift to ease pressure

The Indian government told the Rajya Sabha that modern ethanol plants use 3–5 litres of processed water per litre of ethanol. It...

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Rice News in English

New rice farming method in Bengal can reduce carbon emissions while boosting yields

A West Bengal-developed Furrow Tillage Field (FTF) system reduced paddy field carbon emissions by 40%, maintained soil fertility, and increased rice yields...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

India committed to building a sustainable, inclusive energy future: Manohar Lal

India emphasized energy security as a critical global challenge at the BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in Brasília. Union Minister Manohar Lal highlighted...

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Maize News in English

CIMMYT Introduces Seven New Maize Hybrids to Boost Eastern Africa’s Agricultural Resilience

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) has released seven tropical maize hybrids tailored for Eastern Africa, featuring high yield, drought...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Taking ethanol blending beyond E20

India’s Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme has significantly advanced the country’s green transition, reaching a 17.98% ethanol blending rate by February 2025....

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Maize 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...