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The recent blackout that affected Spain and Portugal has sparked a debate about the role of renewable energy in power grids. While some initially pointed fingers at wind and solar power, official investigations have revealed that the outages were pri

Heifer International has called on governments, private sector stakeholders, investors, and development partners to transition from symbolic gestures to concrete investments in Africa’s agricultural sector, with a focus on youth-led agri-tech innovat

In the fertile, river-woven landscapes of Bangladesh, agriculture remains the lifeblood of the nation, employing over 41% of the population and contributing nearly 14% to the GDP. Yet, this vital sector faces a confluence of challenges: climate chang

In celebration of Youth Month, we caught up with Yolanda Maphalala, the founder and CEO of Isithelo EsiHle Ecological Farm in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. Maphalala is among a growing number of young leaders leveraging agri-tech innovation and sustainab

The increasing frequency of lightning in the Arctic, driven by a warming climate, presents a mix of challenges and opportunities for the agriculture sector and investors. Understanding these implications is crucial for developing strategies to mitiga

Baku, June 19, AZERTAC – In a significant stride towards sustainable agriculture and food security, the groundbreaking ceremony for the National Smart Greenhouse Complex was held on June 18, 2025. This pioneering project, a collaborative effort betwe

Deere & Company, a titan in the agricultural, construction, and forestry equipment industry, is currently navigating a complex landscape marked by both immediate challenges and promising long-term prospects. The company’s second-quarter fiscal 2025 r

A groundbreaking study published in Smart Agricultural Technology has revealed that hyperspectral sensors, combined with artificial intelligence, can significantly enhance the measurement of herbicide effectiveness. Researchers from the Arkansas Agri

The environmental fallout from the U.K.’s fast fashion industry has reached alarming proportions, with discarded clothing from major retailers piling up in protected wetlands in Ghana. An investigation by Unearthed revealed that items from brands suc

Pretty Kubyane’s journey from a farm girl to a tech leader is a testament to the power of resilience, community, and digital innovation. Growing up surrounded by entrepreneurship, from her father’s car repair workshop to a wood-cutting business that