By Shahmir Kazi The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), founded in 1960, has been crucial in creating high-yielding rice varieties that have revolutionized agriculture
by Rosalia Ozibo. The Kwara State Government has initiated an investigation into the unusual flooding that submerged rice farmlands spanning thousands of hectares in Shonga,
By Manila Standard AGAP Partylist Representative Nicanor ‘Nikki’ Briones has called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to prioritize the issue of high rice prices and
The drought is not isolated to Punjab; Sindh saw a 52% reduction in rainfall, while Balochistan experienced a 45% drop. A severe winter drought is wreaking havoc on crops across
Paddy farmers of Koppal harness tech tools to market their produce directly, and edge out exploitative middlemen. Raghottam Koppar KOPPAL: For the paddy farmers of Koppal, social
The application of nano-urea, in the manner prescribed by IFFCO, led to a decrease in the protein content in rice and wheat grains by 35% and 24%, respectively, the study found.
Reporter : Phak Seangly. Following protests by farmers, authorities have pumped water from the Bati River and Prek Tnaot canal to dry season rice fields across Takeo province’s
Rajpura, the first urban centre as one enters Punjab from Haryana’s Ambala, is just a few kilometres from Shambhu, which has remained one of the epicentres of a farmers’
After experiencing devastating floods, a Thai farmer has created a stunning rice field art featuring a dragon and other symbolic figures. By Esha Dasgupta. Tanyapong Jaikham, a
Author: DA Press Office Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. is optimistic that the Philippines could set another record for palay production this year, following
As the plants need another 15-20 days to mature, the farmers are being forced to make difficult decisionsSana Ullah Sanu Farmers in the flood-affected areas of Lakshmipur and
According to the protesting farmers, the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Agreement on Agriculture (AoA), implemented to reduce agricultural subsidies and establish fairer trade
Nhean Chamrong / Khmer Times. Dith Tina, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) yesterday urged rice farmers to join the modern agricultural community aiming to
Sum Manet / Khmer Times Kampong Cham Governor Un Chanda has asked the Provincial Departments of Agriculture and Commerce to assist farmers and rice brokers in preserving their
Khmer Times Staff / Khmer Times The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has called on all provincial departments to disseminate information to farmers cultivating
After experiencing devastating floods, a Thai farmer has created a stunning rice field art featuring a dragon and other symbolic figures.By Esha Dasgupta Tanyapong Jaikham, a Thai
CHIANG RAI – A red dragon, a feline deity and dogs and cats cover Tanyapong Jaikham’s rice paddies in northern Thailand, a living tribute in rice plants to flooding
Planted rice acreage that was once predictable has shifted patterns, with acres inching higher the past three consecutive years. That, in addition to hurricane weather, tightened
The International Fund for Agricultural Development Value Chain Development Programme on Thursday urged rice farmers in Taraba State to intensify efforts to enhance productivity
By Nanjinia Wamuswa After years of struggling with IR 27 rice, farmers are now embracing the cultivation of Basmati rice. However, to convince farmers to adopt Basmati,
Taing Rinith / Khmer Times. Yim Bunrom, Director of the Provincial Department of Water Resources and Meteorology in Banteay Meanchey, spearheaded a critical intervention in
RANGPUR, Jan 2, 2025 (BSS) – Farmers of Rangpur region began transplantation of Boro rice seedlings amid a sweeping cold wave this season aiming at enhancing rice output for
By Navitalai Naivalurua , Mohammed Feroz. With Fiji’s current import of rice sitting at $51 to $60 million annually, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging farmers to take