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Brazilian fertilizer imports increased 7.8 percent

April 19, 2016
Despite the decline in March, Brazil’s fertilizer imports were up 7.8% in Q1 this year from Q1 2015, the National Fertilizer Association (Anda) reported.

Drought damage to Vietnam's agriculture 250 million

April 19, 2016
Losses from the severe drought that is parching central and southern Vietnam have risen to almost $250 million as it ravages vast plantations and seafood farms, officials said.

Two new electric ant infestations in Cairns, Queensland

April 19, 2016
The Cairns community in Queensland, Australia has been credited with the discovery of two new electric ant infestations.

Brazilian meat producers on alert for corn shortage

April 19, 2016
The chief executive of the Brazilian Association of Animal Protein (ABPA), Francisco Turra, has said animal protein producers are concerned about a shortage of corn in Brazil.

Fuel for farmers in Alberta to be without levy

April 18, 2016
Alberta’s farmers will be spared the new fuel levy planned for next year in the province’s latest budget.

New tool to help farmers improve dairy returns

April 18, 2016
Some milk producers could benefit from taking a closer look at their delivery profile and milk quality, AHDB Dairy has said.

Organic sector can bring resilience to British farming

April 18, 2016
Being part of the organic sector could help build much-needed resilience into food and farming businesses struggling in difficult market conditions.

Nova Scotia producers rent beehives to increase yields

April 18, 2016
The organization representing wild blueberry growers in Nova Scotia says profit margins are expected to be so low that growers need as many bees as possible to pollinate crops this spring.

China: Garlic price surge to continue

April 18, 2016
New garlic from Yunnan province in the South of China has arrived on the market in the beginning of April.

India launches e-trading platform for farmers

April 18, 2016
India launched an electronic trading platform for farm goods to improve transparency in wholesale markets and help farmers fetch better prices for their produce.

Tough season expected for Bulgarian growers

April 18, 2016
Mariana Miltenova, secretary of the National Growers Association of Bulgaria (NSGB) said she expect a tough season expected for Bulgarian producers.

'Looks fishy? Don’t risk it' UK campaign targets illegal sale

April 18, 2016
Buying fish through illegitimate sources damages the fishing industry, fish stocks and the long term future of the marine environment.