Agtech
New Yeast-Derived Carrier Could Expand RNAi Biopesticides for Farmers
A novel virus-like particle platform promises to make targeted RNAi biopesticides cheaper and effective against a broader range of agricultural pests and weeds.
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China Commits to $17B Annual Purchases of US Agricultural Goods
Following high-level talks, China agreed to purchase $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, impacting global grain and meat markets.
Crop production
Turkish Entrepreneur Pioneers Coffee Cultivation Trials in Adana
In the fertile Çukurova plains of Turkey, an innovative trial is underway to grow coffee, signaling potential shifts in Mediterranean agriculture and crop diversification strategies.
Research
Chlorpyrifos Pesticide Linked to 2.5-Fold Increase in Parkinson's Risk
A new study reveals that long-term exposure to the once-common insecticide chlorpyrifos dramatically increases the risk of Parkinson's disease, highlighting past risks for farm workers.
Weather
Devastating Floods in Hawaii Wipe Out Crops: A Climate Warning
Hawaii experiences its worst flooding in two decades, severely damaging farms and disrupting local produce supplies. The disaster highlights the growing vulnerability of agriculture to extreme weather.
Policy & regulation
Debating Methane Regulations: Are Livestock Restrictions Economically Justified?
A recent analysis challenges the scientific basis for strict livestock methane regulations, warning of severe economic consequences for farmers and consumers across Europe.
Seeds, fertilizers & inputs
Global Fertilizer Supply Shifts as Indonesia Steps Up to Fill Geopolitical Gaps
With traditional fertilizer supply chains disrupted by ongoing global conflicts, Indonesia is emerging as a critical alternative source, responding to growing international requests for agricultural inputs.
Agtech
The Hype Era is Over: Agricultural Robotics Must Prove Cost-Per-Hectare Value
As the global agritech sector matures, the focus is shifting from flashy venture-backed prototypes to practical, cost-saving solutions for farmers.
Markets
Russia's Severe Spring Wheat Delays Could Impact Global Markets
Extreme wet and cold weather in Russia has caused the worst start to spring wheat planting in years, potentially lowering harvests and impacting global grain prices.
Crop production
Turkey Expects Record Agricultural Recovery After Year of Drought
Following severe losses from frost and drought, Turkey's agricultural sector is poised for a major rebound, potentially increasing competition in European fresh produce markets.
Markets
Fuel prices jump 30% squeezing farm margins as food inflation cools
A 30% spike in fuel prices coupled with cooling food inflation creates a severe margin squeeze for European farmers during the critical spring planting season.
Seeds, fertilizers & inputs
Western Australian Farmers Face Devastating Mouse Plague Amid Bait Approval Delays
A massive mouse plague in Western Australia threatens crops and machinery, while farmers await crucial government permission to use high-strength baits.
Research
Pesticide Exposure Linked to Multiple Myeloma Risk in Agricultural Workers
A new literature review highlights the elevated risk of multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, among farm workers exposed to agricultural pesticides.
Agtech
Autonomous UV-C Robots Replace Fungicides on 600 Acres of Vineyards
Saga Robotics is scaling its night-operating Thorvald UV-C robots to fight powdery mildew across large organic vineyards, replacing chemical sprays and reducing soil compaction.
Seeds, fertilizers & inputs
US Senate fertilizer hearing: Farmers ‘can’t take much more’ as prices surge
Soaring fertilizer costs and market concentration are pushing many farmers to a breaking point, prompting a US Senate hearing on supply chain vulnerability and the need for greater transparency.
Markets
Cabinet Approves Higher Minimum Support Prices for Kharif Crops for 2026-27
The Union Cabinet has set new MSP levels for Kharif crops, ensuring a return of at least 50% over production costs to support farmers.
Subsidies
Farming Equipment and Technology Fund 2026: Window Closes for Productivity Grants
The application window for the 2026 Farming Equipment and Technology Fund has officially closed. Here is what this means for farmers who missed out and those awaiting results.
Trade & exports
US-China Summit Looms: Potential Soybean Trade Shifts Affecting Global Grain Markets
A potential upcoming agricultural deal between the US and China signals possible shifts in global trade flows, though China's appetite for soybeans remains moderated.
Agtech
From Arid Soil to High-Yield Success: A Blueprint for Water-Efficient Farming
In India's drought-hit Anantapur district, a farmer transformed 180 acres into a high-income, water-efficient model using drip irrigation, fertigation, and crop diversification.
Seeds, fertilizers & inputs
India Balances Fertilizer Reduction Goals with Stock Security
India manages supply chain stability as demand surges despite the Prime Minister's push for a significant reduction in chemical fertilizer application.