International Trends
Why many Fungicide-treated Soybean Seeds may Boost Harvests But not Farm Profits
Many soybean farmers use seeds treated with fungicides to ward off disease, but the profits from these increased yields might...
Why too much Phosphorus in Our Farmland Pollutes Our Water | Column
When people think about agricultural pollution, they often picture what is easy to see: fertilizer spreaders crossing fields or muddy...
‘Shared recognition’ Across UK Farming Groups of Arable Policy Needs
There is a “shared recognition” across UK farming groups that cereal and arable producers need “practical, clear policies that support...
Beef Processors ‘Moved too Far and too Fast in Cutting Prices’ – UFU
Beef processors have “moved too far and too fast in cutting prices”, according to the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) beef...
Tomato prices in Kenya rise 45.7% after rainfall disrupts supply
Vegetable prices in Kenya increased in May 2026, with tomatoes recording the largest rise among food commodities tracked by...
Promoting Efficiency and Hygiene in the Parlour
As we drift away from peak milk production, farmers will be focusing on holding solids through grass quality, but it...
Time running out to avert global food security crisis, FAO warns
The actions taken now will be critical in determining whether the world can manage the shock caused...
FAO and Norway deepen five-decade strategic partnership to tackle food crises and build resilience
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Kingdom of Norway reaffirmed their long-standing partnership during...
Kenyan avocado cold storage startup seeks US$1.5 million expansion funding
SokoFresh, a Kenyan company focused on solar-powered cold storage systems, is preparing a fundraising round as it expands operations...
Sixteen EU countries Ask for more Funds for Agriculture and Fisheries in next Long-term Budget
Sixteen European countries are calling for increased investment in regional funds, agriculture and fisheries in the upcoming EU long-term budget...