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ICRISAT delegations meets CM Omar Abdullah, explores agricultural self-reliance for J&K
Rising Kashmir
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August 19, 2025
A delegation led by Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Kashmir, accompanied by representatives of the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to discuss the establishment of a...
US agricultural products tax exemption finalised based on mutual interest
The Sun Daily
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The sales tax exemption on imported United States agricultural products represents a negotiated outcome serving mutual interests between both nations. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz...
Seasonal migrant labor has been a cornerstone of U.S. agriculture
Villages News - Florida
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August 19, 2025
To the Editor: Early Roots of Seasonal Migration • Mid-1800s: Seasonal labor demand grew with the expansion of crop production. Immigrants from Europe, China, Japan, and Mexico were hired to meet these needs, especially on the West Coast. •...
All roads lead to Inverlochy for 2025 Lochaber Agricultural Show
The Arran Banner
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August 19, 2025
Held by permission of Ewen Campbell at Inverlochy Castle Farm, in a spectacular setting against the backdrop of Ben Nevis, the show is a celebration of the area’s rich farming heritage and allows visitors to savour the very best of Scottish...
Future of farming? How astronauts are growing food in space
Firstpost
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August 19, 2025
Following his successful mission to the International Space Station (ISS), making him only the second Indian in space, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is back on Earth and has returned to India. On Monday evening, the Indian astronaut met with...
Concessionary loan scheme introduced to encourage young entrepreneurs in the agriculture and industry sectors
The Island
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August 19, 2025
Continuing its positive trajectory, Sri Lanka’s emerging financial conglomerate, JXG (Janashakthi Group), reported a consolidated net profit after tax (NPAT) of LKR 2.28 billion for the first quarter ended 30th June 2025. The group’s positive...
Bringing Agriculture into the Classroom- Sandwiches
American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture - Washington DC
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Are you a 4-H or FFA student seeking activities to participate in at a local elementary school? Are you a teacher looking to fill a couple of class periods? Or maybe you were invited into your child's classroom for a presentation. No matter the...
Seniors' Day at the Davidson County Agricultural Fair set for Sept. 18
The Dispatch - North Carolina
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Davidson County Senior Services, in partnership with the Lexington Kiwanis Club, will host the annual Seniors’ Day at the Davidson County Agricultural Fair on Thursday, Sept. 18. The fairgrounds are at 400 Greensboro St. Ext. The gates will open...
Smart farming: drone tech is empowering Vietnam’s young farmers
Far Eastern Agriculture
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In Vietnam’s rural heartlands, a new generation of farmers is transforming agriculture through technology. At the centre of this shift is the use of agricultural drones from XAG, helping farmers save time, reduce labour, and improve crop...
SST exemption on agricultural products depends on country-to-country negotiations, says Tengku Zafrul
The Malaysian Star
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Any consideration to waive the sales and service tax (SST) on agricultural products from countries other than the United States will depend on negotiations and reciprocal offers that bring clear benefits to Malaysian companies, says...
Cropmate optimistic amid agriculture sector challenges
The Malaysian Star
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Cropmate Bhd remains cautiously optimistic on demand prospects, noting that fertiliser consumption is closely tied to the broader political, economic and climatic factors affecting the agriculture sector. “Our team is focused on...
Vietnam seeks stronger trade, agricultural ties with Nigeria
Punch
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August 19, 2025
The Vietnamese Government has called for deeper cooperation with Nigeria in trade, agriculture, education, and security. Vietnam’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Bui Hung, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja during events marking the 80th anniversary of the...
Agriculture and environment: an 80-year legacy affirming position in green era
Vietnam News Agency
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HÀ NỘI — Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Phùng Đức Tiến has affirmed that over the past 80 years, the agriculture sector had become a leading exporter of rice, seafood, wood and coffee, contributing significantly to food security...
Kankakee County Planning, Zoning and Agriculture Committee met Aug. 19
Kankakee Times - Illinois
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August 19, 2025
Kankakee County Planning, Zoning and Agriculture Committee met Aug. 19. Here is the agenda provided by the committee: 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of Minutes: June 17, 2025 4. Building • Building Report: June 2025 &...
USDA launches US$100M initiative to safeguard agriculture from New...
Food Ingredients First
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In a move to protect US agriculture and national security, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, Governor Greg Abbott, and key stakeholders unveiled a US$100 million initiative to combat the New World Screwworm (NWS). This marks the...
Soli Organic and 80 Acres Farms merge to advance vertical farming...
Food Ingredients First
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Vertical farming company 80 Acres Farms and indoor organic agriculture firm Soli Organic have merged to create what they call one of the “world’s largest and most advanced indoor farming networks.” Headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio, US, the newly...
South Africa's agricultural exports to the US surge despite looming tariffs
IOL
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August 18, 2025
South Africa's agricultural exports to the United States have shown significant growth in the second quarter of 2025, against a backdrop of imminent tariffs announced by President Trump. This surge in export figures has been celebrated by industry...
Antiguan Delegation Heads to China for Agricultural Training
Antigua News Room
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August 19, 2025
by Shenequa Williams A five-member delegation from Antigua and Barbuda departed yesterday for China to participate in the Seminar on Demonstration and Promotion of New Vegetable Varieties and Cultivation Technology for Developing Countries. The...
Minnesota Department of Agriculture offers new grants supporting farm-to-school food sourcing
Minnesota State Wire
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August 18, 2025
Minnesota schools, early childhood education centers, and licensed in-home family childcare providers have a new opportunity to receive financial support for sourcing local foods. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced that...
15 Karnataka Women Prove Sustainable Farming Can Beat Drought & the UN Took Notice
The Better India
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August 19, 2025
(Featured image courtesy Deccan Herald) In the isolated lanes of Teertha, a small village in Karnataka’s Dharwad district, a group of determined women has shown the world how climate action can start right at the grassroots — and win global...