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Nigeria finds itself at a critical juncture, facing what many experts describe as a dangerous gamble with its agricultural future. The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), established under the NBMA Act of 2015 to regulate genetically modifie

Silver Fern Farms (SFF) finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with the tension between its celebrated clean, green farming image and the increasing pressure to adopt unproven biotech solutions to appease corporate buyers fixated on Scope 3 e

The ongoing nickel mining activities on the Indonesian island of Halmahera have significant implications for both the agriculture sector and investors, particularly in the context of the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs). Nickel is a crucial

The recent approval of the United Nations’ market for carbon trading at the climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, marks a significant shift in how countries can engage in carbon credit trading. This initiative aims to facilitate a multi-billion-dol

The agricultural landscape of Northern Israel is grappling with the aftermath of recent conflicts, with damages estimated at around 1.5 billion shekels. This staggering figure highlights the significant challenges facing the region, yet it also revea

The recent collapse of negotiations in Busan, South Korea, aimed at establishing a legally binding U.N. treaty to combat plastic pollution, has significant implications for the agriculture sector and investors. As discussions faltered due to resistan

In recent years, India has made significant strides in supporting agritech ventures, providing crucial access to technology that is transforming the agricultural landscape. The results are increasingly evident on the ground, with farmers like Vijay S

At a recent national convergence and food festival organized by the Health of Mother Health Foundation (HOMEF) in Benin, Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, the Executive Director of the organization, voiced strong opposition to the promotion of Genetically Modified

A groundbreaking advancement in dairy farming diagnostics is on the horizon, thanks to the innovative efforts of Edinburgh-based Biotangents. The company has recently secured £2.3 million in investment, which it plans to use to further develop its cu

Scottish biotech firm Biotangents has secured a significant £2.3 million investment to advance its innovative on-farm diagnostic technology aimed at combating bovine mastitis, a condition that costs the global dairy industry an estimated £20 billion