The National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) calls for the resignation of Tractor Supply’s CEO after the company curtails its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, highlighting broader implications for corporate responsibility and equality in the agricultural sector.
In China, the durian, known for its pungent smell and unique taste, is soaring in demand, enriching cultivators and traders. Despite its divisive aroma, it symbolizes affluence and has become a luxurious culinary experience.
Climate change is escalating costs across various sectors, impacting agriculture, real estate, energy, transportation, healthcare, and insurance. These changes are making everyday living more expensive and straining personal and government budgets.
The US has suspended inspections of avocados and mangoes in Mexico's Michoacan state due to escalating security concerns involving organized crime, significantly impacting agricultural trade and local farmers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh and Bihar on June 18-19, focusing on agricultural support, women's empowerment, cultural heritage, and sustainable educational development.
A recent study reveals that climate change may enhance the virulence and spread of pathogenic fungi, posing greater health risks to humans and impacting agriculture and biodiversity. Proactive measures are essential to mitigate these threats.
The article discusses the innovative use of ultraviolet-absorbing films in greenhouses to control insecticide-resistant thrips in Chinese agriculture. This non-chemical method disrupts the thrips' visual systems, significantly reducing pest populations and enhancing crop yields, with a focus on cowpea and Hami melon.
The Irish Potato Famine, also known as the Great Hunger, caused widespread starvation, disease, and emigration, resulting in a deep mistrust of the land. Choreographer Catherine Young, through her work 'Ciseach,' explores this historical trauma and its lasting impact on cultural identity, proposing a reconnection with the land to heal these wounds.
GroundBreaking: A Story of Innovation is a documentary unveiling soybeans' profound role in agriculture, industry, and sustainability. Premiering on June 22 on the A&E Network, it explores the diverse applications and historical significance of this versatile legume.
The PM Kisan Yojana, launched in 2019, is a major initiative by the Indian government to support small and marginal farmers with financial aid of Rs 6,000 annually. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 17th installment in Varanasi, benefiting millions of farmers nationwide. The scheme ensures financial stability for farmers, aiding in productivity and yield improvements.
Former GOP Rep. George Nethercutt, known for defeating House Speaker Tom Foley in 1994, has passed away at 79. His 1994 victory symbolized the Republican Revolution's anti-establishment sentiment. Nethercutt's tenure focused on health, national security, and agriculture policies. He founded the George Nethercutt Foundation post-Congress, fostering civic engagement and education.
