11:21 Agricultural technologies in India: from innovations to practical results for farmers The Indian agricultural sector is moving from the implementation of isolated technological solutions to the scaling of innovations to increase agricultural productivity. Economics
10:11 Perdaman company is planning the construction of an oil refinery in Australia Fertilizer producer Perdaman is considering the establishment of a new oil refinery, which is sparking discussions among the public and representatives of indigenous peoples. Nutrition and fertilizers
09:27 Maharashtra is implementing artificial intelligence in agriculture. The Indian state of Maharashtra is implementing the MahaAgri-AI Policy 2025–2029, aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into the agro-industrial sector to improve decision-making efficiency. Economics
16:29 Impact of FCC decisions on the robotic lawn mower market and an overview of current offerings The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has updated the rules for the import and sale of robotic equipment, which also affects the automated lawn mower segment. Farm machinery
15:44 In Switzerland, an outbreak of an unknown disease is being reported among the dairy herd. The Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (OSAV) is investigating the causes of mass illness in dairy cows, characterized by fever and a drop in productivity. Veterinary medicine
15:17 The impact of commodity prices on the monetary policy of emerging economies Federal Reserve experts assessed how the price volatility of agricultural crops, fuel, and metals affects economic stability and central bank decisions in exporting countries. Economics
14:21 The USDA will resume the import of Mexican livestock through the Douglas port of entry in Arizona. Effective August 24, the USDA is partially opening the border for livestock shipments from Mexico. The decision is accompanied by a $25 million allocation for the development of infrastructure to combat the screwworm. Livestock
13:38 The impact of climate change and El Niño on rice yield in the new season Global rice production may decline for the first time in a decade due to the anomalous El Niño weather phenomenon and the climate crisis, which are triggering drought and extreme heat. Crop production
12:55 The use of crushed glass to improve soil fertility Australian farmers have begun using crushed glass as a source of silicon, which allows for increasing crop yield, improving soil condition, and stimulating livestock animal growth. Soil and tillage
12:23 An agricultural support program took place in Ogun State. Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola provided equipment, seed, and cash grants to 2,557 farmers in Ogun State to increase agricultural productivity. Farm machinery
11:41 The Nigerian Producers Association estimated the dairy industry deficit at 60%. Low productivity of local livestock and structural issues force Nigeria to import dairy products worth over 1.5 billion dollars annually. Livestock
10:59 West Coast farmers opposed the transfer of wildlife management to the Game Animal Council New Zealand farmers criticize the Act party’s initiative to transfer the management authority of wild ungulate populations on conservation lands from the Department of Conservation to the specialized Council. Ecology
10:00 In Northern Ireland, an investigation is underway following the mass culling of 51 head of livestock animals. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) initiated an investigation after the forced culling of 51 livestock animals in County Tyrone sparked widespread public outcry. Livestock
09:07 Risk of vegetable crop shortages due to drought and fertilizer scarcity Trade representatives report a significant decrease in vegetable supplies to markets, caused by adverse weather conditions and fertilizer shortages. Vegetable growing
16:46 MACBAN reports an increase in criminal activity in the Benue South senatorial district. The MACBAN livestock association stated that the situation in the southern part of Benue State has evolved beyond conflicts between crop farmers and herdsmen, turning into organized crime. Economics
15:13 Elephant deaths in Kenya: suspected cause is pesticide residues on tomatoes The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is investigating the causes of mass elephant deaths in the Amboseli National Park area linked to the animals' consumption of pesticide-treated crops. Plant protection
14:16 Challenges and innovations in British agriculture: an overview of the situation British farmers face economic challenges and climate change, implementing new methods of adaptation and production diversification. Economics
13:47 The problem of plastic waste disposal in the Australian agricultural sector Australian farmers face difficulties in disposing of plastic used in horticulture. Due to a lack of accessible collection services, waste accumulates on farms or requires significant costs for transport to landfills. Crop production
12:36 The Horticulture Industry Awards 2026 were presented in Wellington At the horticulture conference in New Zealand, the achievements of five professionals who made a significant contribution to the development of commercial fruit and vegetable production were recognized. Vegetable growing
11:45 Willie Nelson spoke out against the construction of data centers on Texas farmland. Musician Willie Nelson urged the public to oppose the placement of data centers in rural areas, arguing for the necessity of protecting farmland and resources. Ecology
10:28 Farmland Partners Inc. reported its second-quarter 2026 results Farmland Partners Inc. published its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The REIT intends to continue working on optimizing its corporate structure and evaluating assets for potential sale. Economics
09:36 The government of Madhya Pradesh has increased the procurement quota for mung beans and suspended the e-token system. Authorities of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh have reached an agreement with farmers to increase mung bean procurement at the minimum support price and revise fertilizer application rules, which led to the end of mass protests. Economics
16:46 The monitoring results of English farmers' opinions for April 2026 have been published. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has presented data from the annual farmers' survey, dedicated to the current vision of the industry's development. Economics
15:56 Dairy farms are implementing cooling systems due to extreme heat. To maintain the productivity of cows during drought and extreme heat conditions, livestock farmers are installing industrial fans and sprinkler systems. Livestock
14:32 Large-scale floods in Nigeria are causing damage to the agricultural sector. Heavy torrential rains have led to the flooding of agricultural land in a number of regions of Nigeria, which has caused significant financial losses for farming enterprises. Crop production
13:48 The USA resumes livestock imports from Mexico amid the fight against the screwworm fly. The United States Department of Agriculture resumes imports of cattle from Mexico following successful measures to contain the outbreak of a dangerous parasite, the screwworm fly. Veterinary medicine
12:50 Farmers in the state of Madhya Pradesh protested, demanding the procurement of their harvest. Thousands of agricultural producers in Bhopal are demanding guaranteed procurement of mung bean harvest at minimum prices and improvements to the fertilizer application system. Economics
12:05 Farmers in Zimbabwe are using antiretroviral drugs for poultry feeding. Cases of antiretroviral drug use in poultry farming have been recorded in Zimbabwe. Experts warn of serious risks to consumer health and the development of antibiotic resistance. Veterinary medicine
11:26 Experience in breeding llamas and Gotland sheep in the southern part of New Zealand Farmer Janette Buckingham from Waikawa Valley has been breeding camelids and sheep for fiber for over 30 years, which she processes into yarn in her own studio. Livestock
10:17 The New Zealand authorities have updated the terms of the RSE seasonal employment program. New Zealand's agricultural sector has evaluated the government amendments to the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme, aimed at protecting personnel and simplifying administrative procedures for employers. Economics
