10:46 Installation of solar power plants on New Zealand farmland Plans for the construction of solar farms on agricultural land in the lower North Island have caused concern among representatives of the Federated Farmers organization. Ecology
09:24 The new irrigation system in Tasmania has provided farmers with water The launch of the irrigation project in the Northern Midlands (Tasmania) has brought relief to local farmers and allowed for the expansion of valuable crop plantings. Irrigation
16:54 The Agricultural Bank restores ginger production in Kaduna Thanks to the intervention of the Agricultural Bank, farmers in the Kachia area of Kaduna State are recording a promising harvest following the ginger late blight epidemic. Crop production
16:06 Fonterra warns about the threat of energy conservation for milk processing New Zealand's largest dairy exporter states risks due to potential power supply disruptions and slow productivity growth in the country. Storage and processing
14:53 The impact of artificial intelligence and new technologies on modern farming Modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, robotic systems, and high-speed internet, are transforming traditional farm operations. Farm machinery
14:13 Soybean prices dropped to a two-month low due to the US harvest Soybean futures declined by more than 1% amid the influx of a record harvest from the US to the market and falling crude oil prices. Economics
12:53 The Center has issued 11 crore farmer IDs under AgriStack Under AgriStack, 11 crore unique 11-digit farmer IDs (Kisan Pehchaan Patra) have been created ahead of schedule. This was announced by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Economics
12:14 Farmers gathered for a training session on working with sheepdogs Farmers from various regions took part in practical training on livestock management and working with dogs led by an expert from the ABC show Muster Dogs. Livestock
11:13 Agricultural land values in Oregon and Washington have lagged behind inflation According to an OSU Extension Service article, in 2026 the average value of agricultural land and buildings in Oregon and Washington failed to keep pace with inflation. Economics
10:03 The Edo state government discussed an agribusiness partnership with Botswana The authorities of Edo state held a meeting with the High Commissioner of Botswana in Nigeria to attract investment into agriculture and livestock. Economics
09:25 Kem Ormond's experience: plantings for bees and pest control Kem Ormond shared his vegetable garden experience: from attracting bees with herbs to using companion planting methods for pest protection. Vegetable growing
16:57 Award for livestock farming and ecology to farmers from Matata Tony Lumsden and Chrissie Weeks won the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Livestock Farm category at the 2026 Ballance Farm Environment Awards in the Bay of Plenty region. Livestock
16:17 Investment in New Zealand aquaculture The Government has allocated $2.8 million to support Mahurangi oyster farmers and develop the Te Uri o Hau enterprise in the Kaipara Harbour. Fish farming
14:56 In Tanahun, the area under vegetable and rice zones is being expanded Thanks to the agricultural modernization program in Tanahun district, the crop area for vegetables and rice has increased, and thousands of farmers have received support. Crop production
14:13 Pesticide control and traceability will help reduce rice export rejections At the BIRC conference, industry participants discussed measures to reduce rejections of Indian rice export supplies in international markets. Plant protection
12:53 Rice harvesting has begun in Bhojpur district With the conclusion of the Dashain festival, farmers in Bhojpur district have started the mass harvesting of ripe rice. Favorable weather inspires hopes for a good yield. Crop production
11:53 In India, 11 crore unique farmer IDs were issued ahead of schedule The central government has prematurely generated 11 crore unique 11-digit identifiers for farmers within the framework of the AgriStack platform. Economics
10:58 Drought in India will reduce the harvest of corn and soybean Dry conditions in parts of Maharashtra and Karnataka have led to a decrease in the production of key forage crops in the 2026 Kharif season. Livestock
10:18 The first case of human infection with the Chamonda virus has been identified in France French health authorities have confirmed the first human case of infection with the Chamonda virus. The infection was recorded in a severely ill immunocompromised patient. Veterinary medicine
09:05 The sown area of wheat in the rabi season will not decrease The area under wheat in the current rabi season is unlikely to decrease, which gives hope for a repeated record harvest in the agricultural year until June 2027. Crop production
16:44 Livestock prices in Australia rose amidst rainfall Recent rains stimulated the cattle market in Australia. Prices for livestock hit record highs, and analysts forecast further growth. Economics
16:08 Farmers of West Bengal are reducing the sowing of early potatoes Due to low and unprofitable prices, farmers in India's second-largest potato-producing region are decreasing the acreage under early potato cultivars. Vegetable growing
15:33 Reducing losses in India's dairy sector In 2024–25, India produced 247.87 million tonnes of milk. To improve sector efficiency, experts call for better inventory management and cold chain. Storage and processing
14:22 Features of keeping and raising male pigs in livestock farming Most male pigs are raised for meat, and to improve its quality and reduce aggression, piglets are often castrated. Only a small fraction is used for breeding. Livestock
13:08 USDA to direct funds to eight fertilizer projects Vice President J.D. Vance and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the allocation of funding for eight fertilizer production projects in the USA. Nutrition and fertilizers
11:51 India has developed a draft of a new soil health policy ICAR Director General M.L. Jat announced the readiness of the first draft of the Bharat Soil Health Policy, which provides for the emergence of 100,000 specialized entrepreneurs. Soil and tillage
11:13 Reality star Stephen McBee Sr. to pay $7 million in crop fraud case McBee Dynasty star Stephen McBee Sr. is ordered to pay the U.S. federal government $7 million as part of a crop fraud settlement. Economics
10:07 The Trump administration will continue the reorganization of the Forest Service Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins stated that the administration intends to continue the large-scale reorganization of the Forest Service, despite the court injunction. Economics
09:05 Turkey forecasts an increase in the harvest of grain crops and fruits in 2026 The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) has published the second crop production estimate for 2026, according to which an increase in the harvest of grain crops and fruits is expected. Crop production
16:17 A Canterbury farmer leases land for a solar power plant Bruce Wild decided to diversify his farm income and signed an agreement with the energy company Anza Power to build a solar farm. Crop production
