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Thailand Urges Farmers To Plant Less Rice To Save Water

The Thailand government is urging farmers to plant less rice due to low rainfall and water shortages, encouraging the cultivation of crops that require less water.

Nigeria Begins Subsidised Farm Inputs Distribution In North Western States

The Nigerian government has started distributing subsidised farm inputs to farmers in the North Western regions, with a focus on rice, sorghum, and maize crops.

UK Government To Fund Nigeria’s Agriculture With £55M

he UK government plans to support Nigeria's agricultural sector with a £55 million contract and a £2.9 million grant for sustainable practices.

US Environmentalists Kick Against Planned Potash Mine In Utah

nvironmentalists in the US are suing the Bureau of Land Management to prevent the construction of a potash mine in the western Utah desert, arguing it would harm the lake ecosystem and important habitats for migratory birds.

Alibaba Co-founder Jack Ma Ventures Into Agriculture With Stake In Fishery Startup

Jack Ma, the co-founder of Alibaba and one of Asia's wealthiest individuals, has recently invested in a fishery and agriculture startup called 1.8 Meters Marine Technology in China.

US, Namibia Announce Five-Year $10M Farmer Cooperatives Funding Agreement

Namibia and the United States have signed a five-year, $10 million co-funding agreement to promote the development of farmer cooperatives and small businesses in rural areas.

Agricultural Interventions In Tinubu’s N500Bn Suffering Alleviation Plan

Tinubu announced several agriculture interventions, including inputs, grains and funds disbursement to support food crop cultivation and food costs from his ₦500 billion suffering alleviation plan for Nigerians.

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