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The surge in solar energy adoption in Pakistan, driven by soaring electricity prices, presents significant implications for the agriculture sector and potential investors. As the government has eliminated electricity subsidies, the cost of power has

The Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) Ghana Chapter has officially endorsed the newly developed genetically modified Songotra T Cowpea, asserting its safety for human consumption, livestock, and the environment. This endorsement comes a

The recent outcomes from COP29 have significant implications for the agriculture sector and investors, particularly in developing countries that are already grappling with the dual challenges of climate change and food security. The agreement to incr

The deployment of drones and camera traps in wildlife monitoring within India’s Corbett Tiger Reserve has unveiled significant implications for local women and the broader agricultural sector. While these technologies are designed to protect wildlife

The Indian agritech sector is on the brink of significant transformation, with a new paper from the Reserve Bank of India highlighting its potential as an institutional innovation to bridge the technological gap in agriculture. The report, titled “Ag

The unprecedented heat wave spanning from June 2023 to August 2024 has raised significant concerns for the agriculture sector and investors alike. With 15 consecutive months of record-breaking temperatures, the implications of this extreme weather pa

The ongoing energy crisis in Zambia, marked by unprecedented drought and extensive power outages, poses significant challenges for the agriculture sector and presents implications for investors. With the majority of the country’s electricity generate

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) recently concluded its Access Sharjah Challenge (ASC) 2024 with an impactful Pitch Day event at Sheraa HQ, focusing on the crucial themes of Agritech and Livestock Health. This year’s challenge drew an unp

Pureture, a prominent player in the biotechnology sector, has taken a significant step forward in the alternative protein landscape by partnering with South Korea’s Kangwon National University to launch the ‘Alternative Protein Research Center.’ This

The reported abuses against the Indigenous Baka people in the Republic of the Congo raise significant concerns not only for human rights but also for agricultural development and investment in the region. The Baka, who have traditionally relied on th