At least 40% global crops lost to pests every year: FAO
Invasive pests cost countries at least $70 billion annually, among main drivers of biodiversity loss
The end of meat and GMOs or the end of us: Part 1
The first in a three-part series series on effects of GMOs and the meat industry on our environment
Centre hikes MSP as kharif sowing begins
MSP hike for 17 crops was approved June 8; this is likely to encourage farmers to diversify and switch to these crops
Quarter-billion people face extreme poverty in 2022 as the rich get richer: Oxfam
Inflation driven by Russia's invasion of Ukraine a major factors behind financial crisis
Global agricultural productivity not growing as fast as food demand: Report
Accelerate investments in agricultural research and development to increase and preserve productivity gains, especially for small farmers
Ivermectin: why a potential COVID treatment isn’t recommended for use
There is currently insufficient evidence to support the use of ivermectin in treatment of COVID-19
Handle with care: The dictum for using antibiotics in livestock
Using natural additives in animal feed, educating farmers, timely vaccination, ethnoveterinary practices and strict implementation of rules can …
New study helps monitor trends in phytoplankton biomass in Bay of Bengal
Information on marine environmental parameters is important as it serves as a basis for monitoring climate change, river discharge
COVID-19: Bihar govt cancels licences of 36 PDS shops
Lodges FIRs against 144 shop dealers over alleged irregularities in food grain distribution and black marketing
COVID-19: Bereft of clarity, why relief measures for Indian poor are not enough
Implementation of relief measures remains a concern. Those not registered under PDS scheme can be affected, say experts
Sudden rains damage Bihar’s rabi crops
Farmers expected a decline in the production of fruits — including mangoes and litchis
How Indian Standards are looking at complexities in healthcare
A mushrooming medical devices market makes it vital to manage healthcare complexities
Seed money: Chironji ensures cash supply for forest dwellers
When it comes to minor forest produce, chironji plays a key role in keeping the rural economy going
You will soon be able to buy India’s first high oleic groundnut varieties
The commercialised of these varieties and it is set to benefit all stakeholders, including small famers, food industry as well as the …
Climate impact on health threats in focus at pan-Africa meet in Rwanda
Four-day Africa Health Agenda International Conference 2023 at Kigali; to discuss steps to build climate-resilient health systems
No small fry: Tiny fish can nourish the world; here is how
Fresh and dried fish are staples of the local diet in many areas and are frequently more affordable or readily available than alternatives like …
Steep rise in food poisoning cases after eating mid-day meals this year: Data
Food poisoning cases in Bihar, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have been highest in the last 6 years
COVID-19 unemployment: Make agri-food systems equitable for youth, says UN report
The report emphasised on the role of youth as agents of change in food systems
Would cats bell themselves? The wait for the National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights
The recently concluded UN South Asia Forum on Business and Human Rights (March 17-19) evoked a lot of enthusiasm from diverse stakeholders. Would …
Shift towards sustainable fisheries in Mediterranean, Black Sea region: Report
While 75% of fish stocks was subjected to overfishing, this percentage fell by more than 10% between 2014 and 2018
Current policy developments to contain AMR not enough: South Centre expert
Viviana Munoz Tellez, coordinator, South Centre, spoke on the gaps and challenges in the ongoing policy interventions to contain …
How good will be food grown in space
Lettuce grown in space can provide vital nutrients to astronauts who depend on processed food
Arsenic: Lurking in the shadows across Ganga, Brahmaputra basins
As the geography of arsenic contamination spreads, there is an urgent need for governments to reorient mitigation measures. That’s because …
Indian pharma firms receive 34% of FDA warnings this year
These warnings were for misbranding, selling unapproved medicines and violating Current Good Management Practices
Rising population can increase emergence of infectious diseases: Study
Projected growth in global population will push for more food production, which will make the agriculture sector use more chemicals and resort to …