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Renewable zones change after concerns raised
Shepparton News
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The changes were announced as part of the 2025 Victorian Transmission Plan, released on Sunday, August 17. The plan proposes the creation of six renewable energy zones that signal to the community, landholders and industry where wind and solar...
Over €520,000 raised to help West Cork girl following farming accident
Irish Examiner
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August 16, 2025
Féile O’Sullivan, the young West Cork girl who had a devastating accident on a farm last month, is now speaking, eating, and re-learning skills like writing as her treatment continues.The sports-mad 13-year-old girl had another operation on...
Green industry updates, pesticide credits offered via Penn State webinars
The Lewistown Sentinel - Pennsylvania
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UNIVERSITY PARK — Green industry professionals have the chance to learn the latest information on pest, disease and weed management, and earn Pennsylvania pesticide recertification credits, by attending webinars hosted by Penn State Extension. The...
A step-by-step guide for growing rice
The Lewistown Sentinel - Pennsylvania
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Many of us think of rice as a plant that grows in flooded fields, and that’s because the kind of rice we’re most familiar with — the long-grain, wetland variety called lowland rice — can be considered semi-aquatic, although it’s technically a...
Chancellor’s belligerence to farming is unacceptable: MP
Farming Life
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August 16, 2025
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has criticised Chancellor Rachel Reeves following her inaugural visit to Northern Ireland this week. DUP Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs spokesperson said: “The Chancellor’s arrogance and belligerence is...
DA backs ‘Green Lane’ plan for agriculture investments
Philstar
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August 16, 2025
The Philippine Star August 17, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expressed full support for a new joint memorandum circular (JMC) that aims to strengthen inter-agency coordination and streamline the entry...
Bull genomic testing boom
Shepparton News
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And it’s not just a total rise in genomic testing that’s helping drive genetic gain in Australian herds — genomics enables global herd improvement companies to search the world for bulls that specifically perform well in our unique local...
Dusty Johnson discusses agriculture exports and safety measures at Midwest summit
Northeast South Dakota News
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August 15, 2025
Rep. Dusty Johnson, U.S. Representative for South Dakota | Official WebsiteRep. Dusty Johnson, U.S. Representative for South Dakota | Official Website Rep. Dusty Johnson of South Dakota participated in a panel with Rep. Adrian Smith of Nebraska at...
How to Make Homemade Fertilizer for Strawberries: 20 DIY Natural and Organic Recipes
Agri Farming
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August 17, 2025
Hello gardeners, We are back to share great information on how to make homemade fertilizer for strawberries. Properly tending to strawberries increases their chances of success, and turning food waste into nutrient-rich plant food is as easy as...
KZN agricultural sector asked to transition to climate-smart agric
SABC News
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August 16, 2025
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has called on the agricultural sector in the province to transition to climate-smart agriculture (CSA) in an effort to protect crops from severe weather patterns. KwaZulu-Natal’s vulnerability to extreme weather...
Pastures Past: Breaking in the land for farming
The New Zealand Herald
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August 16, 2025
It was slow work, often involving fires, bullocks, and axes. The Vogel Era (1870s) marked a turning point, with major infrastructure investment, with roads and railways making rural land more accessible. The pace then accelerated with...
Uzbekistan and CLAAS Discuss Launch of Agricultural Machinery Production
UzDaily
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Economy 16/08/2025 Uzbekistan and CLAAS Discuss Launch of Agricultural Machinery Production Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 14 August, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan Akram Aliev held talks...
Minnesota State Fair Awards Scholarships For Agricultural Education
103.1 KFIL - Minnesota
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August 16, 2025
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Four Central Minnesota residents have been awarded scholarships to further their agricultural education. The Minnesota State Fair has announced the recipients for the fair's Your Scholarship and Trade Scholarships. Henry...
Sustainable Agriculture: Women farmers in 3 regions seek investment against climate threats
Graphic
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August 16, 2025
Women dominance in the agriculture sector has contributed significantly to the country's food security, nutrition, economic growth and community well-being. They also play critical and strategic roles in agribusiness value chains, helping shape...
‘Inside The Gate’ – Donal to showcase sustainable farming
The Avondhu
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August 16, 2025
A nature-friendly farm in Castlelyons will open to the public on August 31st for a one-day event organised by Farming For Nature, a non-profit initiative that works with farmers to promote sustainable agricultural practices. The ‘Inside The Gate’...
Tayma Agricultural Festival showcases marketing, social programs
GCC Business News
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August 16, 2025
The third annual Agricultural Products Festival in Saudi Arabia’s Tayma Governorate has continued its wide ranging marketing and social programs with the active participation of more than 30 local farmers and exhibitors, along with several...
Strengthening cocoa farming skills in Guadalcanal
Solomon Star
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August 16, 2025
The Solomon Islands Agriculture and Rural Transformation (SIART) Project has successfully completed its third Capacity Building Training of Trainers (TOT) for Cocoa. The training was held in Mataruka, Malango Ward, Central Guadalcanal, from 15th...
Meenangadi panchayat bags C. Achutha Menon Memorial Award for best agricultural practices
The Hindu
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August 16, 2025
The Oxygen Park developed by Meenangadi panchayat. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Meenangadi grama panchayat in Wayanad district has earned State-level recognition in agriculture by adopting innovative methods to integrate farming into the...
Malaysia strengthens regional ties for agriculture and dairy growth
The Sun Daily
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August 16, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s strong regional partnerships, particularly within ASEAN, create vast opportunities in agriculture and dairy industries. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that trust from regional partners plays a key role...
Deputy Minister Lasha Dolidze visits Jighaura Agricultural Research Base
Georgia Online
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August 16, 2025
Georgia: The Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, Lasha Dolidze, got acquainted with the ongoing works at the Jighaura base of the Agricultural Scientific and Research Center. The Scientific Research Center for Agriculture...