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Emergency agriculture assistance enables vulnerable communities to produce food locally, even amidst violence and climate shocks. Yet, funding gaps persist, with agriculture often sidelined in humanitarian aid allocations
FAO appeals for US$1.9 billion for 2025 to deliver emergency agricultural aid to 49 million people Read More
The initiative aims to position Bihar as a leader in sustainable agriculture, enhancing crop resilience and supporting livelihoods for millions. It aims to produce 20,000 kg of millet seed and plans to expand further
ICRISAT, Bihar Govt, local partners boost food and nutrition security with Millet Centre of Excellence Read More
Enforcing IPR in seeds is crucial for protecting innovation, attracting investment in research and development, enabling technology transfer and ensuring the quality and safety for the seeds
Industry bats for strong IPR enforcement in seeds to “ensure food security” Read More
The story is one of a series of FAO features celebrating 60th anniversary of the FAO Investment Centre, showcasing decades of partnerships, initiatives and investments that have transformed agrifood systems
FAO Feature: Women and youth spearhead agricultural transformation in Bangladesh Read More
The 109 varieties of 61 crops released included 34 fields and 27 horticultural crops. Among field crops were seeds of various cereals, including millets, forage crops, oilseeds, pulses, and sugarcane among others
Prime Minister unveils 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and biofortified crop varieties Read More
It is promising to note that the Survey has underpinned the pivotal role of agriculture research in bolstering food security and enhancing the livelihoods of farmers
Agricultural research offers one of the highest returns on investment: Economic Survey Read More
The minister was briefed about the onset of monsoon, the groundwater situation and the availability of seeds and fertilisers. Chauhan stressed the timely availability of fertilisers, both for Kharif and Rabi crops
Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews the progress of Kharif sowing Read More
By working together, the government, seed companies, and agri extension services can develop targeted outreach programmes to educate farmers about the benefits of high-quality seeds and best practices
1.4 Billion & Counting: India’s seed industry calls for action on food security Read More
Representatives from the UN agencies, government ministers from key fragile regions, donors, financial institutions, multilateral climate funds, and other partners gathered to outline measures to enhance climate action
UN agencies and COP presidencies mobilise for climate action and finance in fragile contexts ahead of COP29 Read More
Born from the union between the vision of farmers and the knowledge of researchers, TMG is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that respond to the needs of Brazilian farmers, through genetic improvement
TMG changes nomenclature of soybean cultivars and launches varieties named after Brazilian trees Read More