AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDate Farming: An eight-year partnership between Jordan’s agriculture ministry, date growers and an innovation award program has helped introduce new growing technologies, tackle tree diseases and expand exports. Climate-Ready Agriculture: Odisha has teamed up with the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation to support climate-resilient farming, millets, biodiversity and rural livelihoods, with women’s empowerment among its priorities. Soil Health: A Swiss pilot involving 55 farms paid producers about CHF1.6 million for carbon stored in their soils, but scaling such incentives will require reliable funding. Farm Innovation: Bunge and GDM are joining forces to develop new oilseed crops for lower-carbon fuels, potentially opening new markets for farmers. Farm Support: Nigeria’s president has promised interest-free loans for small farmers and mechanized farming centres across the country. Climate Policy: Canadian farm advocates say Ottawa has gone quiet on agricultural emissions cuts, even as they push for policies that help producers reduce emissions and adapt. Growing More with Less: A new FAO guide aims to help farmers increase production while using fewer resources.
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