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Russia considering tax on junk food to become healthier nation

February 9, 2016
The Russian government is thinking of adding palm oil, soda and potato chips to the list of excisable goods.

China opens doors to Ecuadorian mango

February 9, 2016
The Chinese government has allowed the entry of Ecuadorian fresh mango, which means domestic producers have a new market.

Salmonella causes organic lettuce sales to soar in Australia

February 9, 2016
The recent salmonella outbreak in Australia, which has been blamed on prepacked lettuce leaves from Victoria, has led to a boost in organic lettuce sales.

Lifting of Saudi Arabia's import ban great news for Indian exports

February 9, 2016
Saudi Arabia’s decision to lift the import ban on Indian chillies is great news for Indian farmers and exporters.

Thailand against illegal fishing with better tracking

February 9, 2016
The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has continued its efforts to remedy the Thailand’s illegal fishing issue and bring the sector in line with international standards.

Good year ahead for Australian agriculture

February 9, 2016
Depreciation of the Australian dollar will this year act as a tail wind for Australian agriculture.

UK farmers: 23 percent of claims are yet to be paid

February 8, 2016
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) has expressed disappointment at the latest payment figures from the RPA which show 23 percent of claims in the UK are yet to be paid.

Farmers in 17 towns in the Philippines lost their crops

February 8, 2016
Farmers in 17 of Maguindanao's 36 towns lost their rice and corn crops to the now two-month dry spell, feared to cause widespread hunger without downpours until summer.

Soil Association calls for action to improve soil organic matter

February 8, 2016
The Soil Association is releasing a new document calling on policy makers and farmers to do their bit to protect UK soils.

Australian grain growers planting winter crops month earlier

February 8, 2016
Australian grain growers are planting winter crops a month earlier than they were 30 years ago.

Italian 4 Madonne cooperative backs bonds with cheese

February 8, 2016
A dairy cooperative in Italy has raised €6 million after selling bonds guaranteed by huge wheels of Parmesan cheese.

Severn Trent reopens environmental scheme for farmers

February 8, 2016
Farmers in the Midlands are being given an opportunity to apply for a grant from Severn Trent, to help protect local watercourses from pollution.