By Giselle P. Jordan Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), farmers’ groups listed a comprehensive set of demands, centered on land
Two of Asia’s most advanced economies, Japan and South Korea are facing opposite ends of a growing problem in the agricultural sector in terms of rice market instability. While
By: Mary Joy Salcedo MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s program of P20 per kilo of rice has created “so much injustice” for farmers, Teodoro Mendoza,
Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas – The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines — The government should prioritize the implementation of the floor price mechanism for both palay and
However, many farmers, lately, have been cultivating it during summer, likely due to its high price compared to conventional varieties. Express News Service MADURAI: An
By Ogaga Ariemu Nigerian agribusiness expert and managing director of the Nigeria Farmers Group, Retson Tedheke, has warned farmers in the country not to cultivate maize and
Recorder Report KARACHI: Engro Fertilizers and Bank Alfalah Limited has announced a strategic partnership to launch Rs 250 million financing for farmers across Pakistan aimed at
The kharif paddy, transplanted in the monsoon and harvested in the winter, accounts for nearly 81% of Assam’s annual rice cultivation. Written by Sukrita Baruah. With rain just
Star Business Report 80% of the variteies are suitable for the Boro and Aman seasons. The government has approved 18 improved rice varieties for cultivation, 80 percent of which