How scientists in Australia plan to increase chickpea and lentil yields Australia has launched an international agricultural research project. Participants say it will help increase yields of chickpeas, beans and lentils. Several companies, including GRDC, are funding the project. Features of the project The new research aims to increase the production of the target crops […]
The Norwegian government is increasing grain reserves Pandemics, geopolitical conflicts and global crises force governments to rethink their policies. Governments want to ensure that citizens have stable access to essential goods and resources over the long term despite potential crises and unforeseen circumstances. For example, the Norwegian government has announced the creation of a strategic […]
Pea yield can be regulated at the gene level A team from the IBMCP research institute has identified a gene responsible for pea yield. The discovery is significant for the development and transformation of the agricultural sector. It is also crucial for increasing the production of pulses. Legumes are considered an essential food on the […]
AI grain inspection is increasingly in demand ZoomAgri’s scanner-based automated grain inspection has raised $6 million in funding. Australian agribusiness group GrainCorp was the lead investor, joined by GrainInnovate and investment firm Artesian. In addition to the new partners, existing investor SP Ventures was also part of the funding round. The developer plans to use […]
Innovative rice farming methods will help make the production process more environmentally friendly Vietnamese researchers from the Loc Troi Company are introducing innovative rice farming methods. The scientists’ main goal is to reduce methane emissions from agricultural activities. The need for innovation Vietnam is a major rice producer that exports to the world market. At […]
Uruguay’s wheat and corn harvests: FAS forecast The FAS has produced a forecast for the production of the main crops for the 2024-2025 marketing year. According to the report, Uruguay’s wheat and corn harvests will be smaller than in the previous season. However, local farmers are likely to plant more grain. Forecasts for wheat It […]
Increase in soybean harvest due to support from authorities FAS forecasts an increase in Turkey‘s oilseed production in the 2024-2025 agricultural season. In particular, experts expect an increase soybean harvest, sunflowers and cotton. The positive momentum is due to improved growing conditions in the country. According to the forecast, oilseed production in Turkey will increase […]
How demand for barley and corn has affected grain prices From 2020 to 2021, the commodity market experienced rapid growth due to the enthusiasm of Chinese importers. However, in 2022-2023, their activity declined, and grain prices gradually stabilised. The situation has changed, and demand for barley and corn from Chinese buyers has increased again. After […]
Nigeria’s grain production is declining FAS has analysed grain production in a number of markets. It predicts that Nigeria’s crop yields could fall in the 2024-2025 season. Reasons for the decline Analysts cite some reasons for this trend. First and foremost is the increase in production costs. Given the instability of prices, farmers in the […]
Indian government’s wheat purchases could have negative consequences The Indian government is planning large-scale wheat purchases to replenish government reserves. However, some analysts are questioning the viability of this strategy. According to experts, the increase in wheat purchases could negatively impact grain supplies to the country’s domestic markets. According to plans, the Indian authorities intend […]