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Tackling water scarcity requires speed, scale, determination, FAO says
Updated : 1 year ago IST
The world needs to act with speed, scale and determination to tackle the growing threat of water scarcity and climate shocks, the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, today told the 5th Baghdad International Water Conference.
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UN: Flash Floods in Afghanistan's Badakhshan affected over 1,000 household
Updated : 1 year ago IST
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reported that the floods in the Jurm and Baharak districts in Badakhshan province have inflicted significant financial damage on local farmers and herders.
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U.S. Ag Partners and U.S. Soy Lead Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Sou
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Manila [Philippines], April 8: In March 2025, Southeast Asia's food, feed, and ag trade community gathered in Manila for two pivotal events hosted by the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC): the AG Supply Chain Asia Conference and the Asia Soy Excellence & Food Summit 2025. Each event dr
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Cargill Recognized for Outstanding Performance and Strong Commitment in Fo
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 24: Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture, has been recognized for Outstanding Performance and Strong Commitment in Food Safety at the 15th edition of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Food Safety Awards 2024. The awards, presented at a ceremony i
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Mindsprint Expands Global Footprint in Australia to Bring Cutting-edge IT
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Sydney [Australia], February 21: Mindsprint, a leading differentiated technology solutions company known for its innovative and purpose-built solutions, today announced the opening of its ANZ office in Sydney, Australia. This expansion reinforces Mindsprint's commitment to delivering cutting
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"Manmohan Singh lived life of simplicity, high thinking": Congress' Akhile
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
"... I got the opportunity to work with him (Former PM) for five years when I was handling the Food and Agriculture department... He lived a life of simplicity, high thinking... Though he was very humble but when he took tough decisions as I remember during the time of nuclear deal..." Akhil
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EAM Jaishankar, Bahrain counterpart Alzayani discuss trade, healthcare, de
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
The Ministry of External Affairs said, "The two ministers also reaffirmed their commitment to explore avenues of cooperation in diverse areas including energy and hydrocarbons, renewable energy, infrastructure, trade and investments, defence and security, health, food and agriculture, hospit
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MoCCAE hosts graduation ceremony highlighting women's role in agriculture
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) held a graduation ceremony to mark the completion of the Farmer Field Schools program, highlighting the significant achievements of women in the United Arab Emirates
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UAE: Food and Agriculture Organisation applauds 'Plant the Emirates' initi
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has expressed strong support for the UAE's "Plant the Emirates" national programme, initiated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural development and food security across the country. Key components in
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Food and Agriculture Organisation marks international day of awareness of
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Reducing food loss and waste is crucial for improving food security and nutrition, promoting the efficient use of resources, protecting the environment, and fostering a more equitable distribution of food resources globally, QU Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organisatio
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Millet cultivation gains momentum in Tripura amid global focus on nutritio
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
In line with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization's declaration of 2023 as the 'International Year of Millets,' the Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare in Tripura is placing renewed emphasis on millet cultivation.
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G20 backs FAO's Blue Transformation for sustainable fisheries, aquaculture
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) welcomed the inclusion of fisheries and aquaculture and family farming in this year's G20 priorities, emphasising their essential role in global nutrition and livelihoods.
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