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Maldives Makes a First Foray into Hydroponic Farming
The hydroponic farming project was carried out by local NGO Kihaadhoo Development Society (KIDS). The revenue generated from the project will be utilized for...
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Innovation ‘Imperative’ for Securing Rice Production
More climate-resilient, nutritious and productive rice varieties are needed considering that rice is a critical commodity in ensuring global food security. Alternatives to burning...
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Innovation ‘Imperative’ for Securing Rice Production
Genetic innovations and AI-driven tech can help mitigate climate risks for rice, says the International Rice Research Institute’s incoming chief.
By Neena Bhandari
Innovations in rice...
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Global Environment Facility Approves New FAO-led Initiatives Worth $2.9 Billion. 46 Countries, Including India, Targeted
The Food Systems Integrated Program (FSIP), co-led with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), will direct $252 million in project financing and $2.2 billion...
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Breakthrough Makes Rice Guilt-free for Diabetics
Most white and sticky rice varieties have high GI which poses risks to people with diabetes, but now, researchers found genes in rice key...
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Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India Launched
A joint initiative of NITI Aayog, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and FAO, the initiative aims to develop an investment and partnership strategy...
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Climate Change Is Taking a Major Toll on Agriculture. Here’s How to Support Farmers
Smallholder farmers produce one-third of the world's food, and agriculture makes up every second livelihood in Bangladesh. But the country's agricultural sector has been...
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Tripartite MoU for AI in Farming Between Government and Wadhwani Foundation
A significant milestone is the development of 'Kisan e-Mitra,' an AI-powered chatbot addressing farmers' queries about the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. This comprehensive...
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The Power of Youth: In Vanuatu, Young Red Cross Volunteers Keep the Water Flowing
Youth Red Cross volunteers of Vanuatu join hands with elders and their communities to reduce climate impacts, from flooding...
GEF Initiative to Curb Toxic Impacts of Agriculture in Seven Countries, Including India
Highly hazardous persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from agriculture release toxic persistent organic pollutants into the environment, also harming human...
Thailand’s ‘Humanitarian Corridor’ for Myanmar Faces Pushback
Human rights activists and humanitarian workers on the Thai-Myanmar border remain highly sceptical of the initiative, denouncing it as...
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The Power of Youth: In Vanuatu, Young Red Cross Volunteers Keep the Water Flowing
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GEF Initiative to Curb Toxic Impacts of Agriculture in Seven Countries, Including India
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