A daily digest of market, agri-policy, technology and climate news — from Ukraine and the world. 474 news items in 19 sections.
The United Kingdom has issued its first regulatory approval for a CRISPR-edited crop under its new precision-breeding rules. The decision covers a Rothamsted Research barley line with higher…
The United States has started applying countervailing duties to fresh mushrooms from Canada after a preliminary subsidy investigation. Canada’s mushroom industry rejects the allegations and says it will…
Farmers in Central Java are testing a rice-growing package that Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory says can cut methane emissions by up to 50% while also raising yields. The…
Researchers at India’s Central Rice Research Institute say they have demonstrated the first successful use of an AI-designed genome-editing tool in plants. The work could broaden the toolbox…
Indian cardamom exports are rising sharply after a severe crop failure in Guatemala shifted global demand toward Indian suppliers, even as shipping risks through West Asia remain elevated.…
Australia’s chemical regulator has approved an emergency permit for stronger zinc phosphide mouse bait in grain paddocks. The move follows severe mouse pressure in Western Australia and South…
Madhya Pradesh has expanded its AgriStack-linked e-Vikas system statewide to manage fertilizer distribution through e-tokens, QR checks and real-time stock visibility. Officials say queues have fallen sharply, but…
West Bengal’s jute sector is urging the new state government to intervene as raw material shortages, trade restrictions and surging prices disrupt mill operations. Industry groups warn that…
An ICAR-linked study found that El Nino years consistently cut yields of major kharif crops across many Indian districts. Researchers are urging policymakers to strengthen contingency plans through…