April 19, 2024 | 17:16 GMT +7

US wheat farmers face bleak crop economics as grain oversupply hits

US wheat farmers face bleak crop economics as grain oversupply hits

(VAN) U.S. wheat prices have plummeted as cheap supplies from the Black Sea and Europe replenished global stocks of the staple grain, and as plentiful corn harvests worldwide pressure the entire commodity grains complex.

Transforming poultry litter into biogas and biofertilizer – an awarded-winning concept

Transforming poultry litter into biogas and biofertilizer – an awarded-winning concept

(VAN) Green Poultry Farm is a concept from Mozambique, specifically created to address the problem of environmental pollution associated with poultry farming. The innovation was recently awarded.

Plant health governing body meets on further measures to curb pests and diseases

Plant health governing body meets on further measures to curb pests and diseases

(VAN) Commission on Phytosanitary Measures “indispensable” amid changing weather patterns, FAO Director-General says.

UK reports rise in cases of Salmonella from Poland

UK reports rise in cases of Salmonella from Poland

(VAN) The British Food Standards Agency (FSA) is worried about a renewed increase in the number of cases of Salmonella in poultry meat, poultry products and eggs from Poland.

Eco-friendly agricultural gel replaces toxic pesticides with worms

Eco-friendly agricultural gel replaces toxic pesticides with worms

(VAN) A worm-filled gel has been shown to protect crops from pests, without the use of environmentally-unfriendly pesticides. Its not-so-secret ingredient is scores of tiny nematodes, which ordinarily can't survive outside of their underground habitat.

Record heat rots cocoa beans threatening Ivory Coast agriculture

Record heat rots cocoa beans threatening Ivory Coast agriculture

(VAN) It is so hot Yapi can work only in the morning, leaving plenty of spare time to dwell on his losses.

World Bank sounds alarm on 'historical reversal' of development for poorest nations

World Bank sounds alarm on 'historical reversal' of development for poorest nations

(VAN) The differential between per capita income growth in the poorest countries and the richest has widened over the past five years, according to the report.

Plant health governing body meets on further measures to curb pests and diseases

Plant health governing body meets on further measures to curb pests and diseases

(VAN) Commission on Phytosanitary Measures 'indispensable' amid changing weather patterns, FAO Director-General says.

Vietnam Agriculture: Green Approach

Vietnam's deepening international integration underscores the agricultural industry's commitment to global standards and shared responsibilities. Vietnamese agriculture is diligently translating its efforts into comprehensive actions.

Vietnam - Japan Cultural Festival attracts young people

Vietnam - Japan Cultural Festival attracts young people

(VAN) The Vietnam - Japan Cultural Festival and Yosakoi Vietnam Festival 2024 took place vibrantly and attractively in Hanoi on April 13-14.

Multi-enzyme complexes revolutionise poultry diets

Multi-enzyme complexes revolutionise poultry diets

(VAN) Given that feed costs represent the biggest input for producers at about 70%, promoting feed efficiency is key and can significantly benefit live production costs and overall profitability.

First Russian pork on its way to China

First Russian pork on its way to China

(VAN) A Chinese regulator granted permission for pork export to the first 3 Russian pig companies, Russian veterinary body Rosselhoznandzor announced.

Scientists explore the benefits of algae for poultry

Scientists explore the benefits of algae for poultry

(VAN) A review of integrating algae into poultry diets shows a promising avenue for enhancing nutrition, boosting sustainability efforts and potentially stimulating disease resistance.

Chinese buyers cancel corn shipments as Beijing supports farmers

Chinese buyers cancel corn shipments as Beijing supports farmers

Chinese buyers are canceling corn shipments as they seek to comply with new government measures to support domestic farmers.

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