Farming transformed mammal communities worldwide over 50,000 years

Farming transformed mammal communities worldwide over 50,000 years by Clarence Oxford Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 01, 2025 Fossil evidence from six continents shows that humans reshaped global mammal communities over the last 50,000 years,...

FARMING 101 COURSES

We regularly receive questions at the Extension Office such as, “What should I grow on my land to make the most money?” or “What do I need to do to get started farming?” These can be very complicated questions that can have very different answers...

‘Farming, farmers’ welfare became part of govt agenda only after 2014’

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said farming and farmers’ welfare became part of the government’s core agenda only after Narendra Modi came to power at the Centre in 2014. Speaking at an interaction with sugarcane farmers...

Farming for Water event puts the focus on Maigue River catchment area

Representatives from the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) and Farming for Water European Innovation Partnership (EIP) have attended a water quality awareness event in Limerick organised by the Maigue Rivers Trust. LAWPRO said the event...

Agriculture sector borrowing balloons to Sh167.7 billion

CBK Governor Kamau Thugge says de-risking agricultural lending through the Credit Guarantee Scheme has transformed agricultural credit access in Kenya. [File, Standard] The Central Bank of Kenya said that lending in the agriculture sector has...

The changing landscape of Irish farming

Farming in Ireland is experiencing a period of profound change. Historically, Irish farms have been celebrated for their efficiency, commitment to animal welfare, and focus on sustainability. These strengths remain central, but increased scrutiny...

Gov’t to make aquaculture a major source of youth employment and women entrepreneurs – Veep

Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has identified upholding agriculture and aquaculture as central pillars in attaining SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water). Explaining at the Aquaculture Ghana 2025 Conference, the Vice...

Topokon to drive rural econ via prawn farming

Topokon to drive rural econ via prawn farming Published on: Friday, October 31, 2025 Published on: Fri, Oct 31, 2025 By: Nikko Fabian Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Raymond (2nd left) releasing juvenile prawns. TAMPARULI: BIMP-EAGA Business Council...

FRIN, NOAN partner on youth empowerment through agriculture

The Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria has partnered with the Association of Organic Agriculture Practitioners of Nigeria to empower Nigerian youths through sustainable agriculture. The partnership, part of the ECOWAS Youth Employability...

Makira-Ulawa province ink land deal with agriculture ministry

BY MORRIS NAFU The Makira Ulawa Provincial Government (MUP) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) releasing the Okea Land in North Guadalcanal Plains to MAL for its agricultural development initiatives. MUP...

Govt committed to aquaculture — Veep

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, says the passage of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Development Act, 2025 is a reaffirmation of government’s strong commitment to developing Ghana’s aquaculture sector, describing it as a key...

FRIN, NOAN Partner To Empower Youths Through Sustainable Agriculture

The Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Association of Organic Agriculture Practitioners of Nigeria (NOAN) to empower Nigerian youths through sustainable and organic agricultural...

UN high-level panel in Juba champions women’s empowerment through agriculture

A high-level panel discussion dubbed “Empowering Young Women through Agriculture and Agri-Business: A Force Multiplier for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in South Sudan” was held on Thursday in Juba, bringing together government...

Beyond Banking: The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) Wins Corporate Excellence Award for Sustainable Rural Development

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 October 2025 – In a landmark victory for sustainable rural development, the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) was honored with the Corporate Excellence Award at the...

The AI Powerhouse Feeding the World: How World TradeX Is Turning Agriculture into the Next Tech Boom

A New Frontier in Food and Technology As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries from healthcare to finance, one of humanity's oldest—and most essential—sectors is undergoing a digital awakening: agriculture. At the forefront of...

Ayurveda for the planet: Ecological healing through traditional farming

Ayurvedic farming principles offer a holistic approach to ecological healing, emphasizing interconnectedness between soil, plants, and human well-being. This tradition advocates for nurturing soil with organic matter and biodiversity, respecting...

European hunter-gatherers altered landscapes long before farming

European hunter-gatherers altered landscapes long before farming by Robert Schreiber Berlin, Germany (SPX) Oct 27, 2025 New evidence has revealed that humans significantly influenced Europe's vegetation tens of thousands of years before...

Sindh extends agricultural income tax filing deadline to November 15

The Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) has extended the deadline for filing agricultural income tax (AIT) returns for the tax year 2025 to November 15, allowing taxpayers additional time to comply with filing requirements. According to a circular issued on...

MSU Extension bringing back agriculture educator position

HERSEY — A new agriculture educator may soon join Michigan State University Extension’s Osceola County office. The longstanding position will return with a focus on forage, agriculture production and nutrients after approval in October, said the...

Breaking the silence: Understanding stigma in farming and mental health

The narrative in agriculture is evolving. Caring for the land, animals, and equipment has always come first; now farmer well-being belongs on that list. For centuries, the culture in agriculture has valued resilience, self-reliance, and hard work....