Ireland postharvest assessment of what brought in higher yields (fungicides, etc.) The Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) recently launched the TELLUS project, a comprehensive soil analysis programme of the border counties from Donegal to Louth. The information gathered will be invaluable for tillage and livestock farmers in providing detailed data on soil nutrients and facilitating […]
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In Vietnam, the Mekong Delta has a new rice processing facility, and the region is planning to bring in about 25,000 combine harvesters as well as high quality rice varieties to improve production. http://en.baomoi.com/Info/Delta-seeks-to-cut-postharvest-losses/6/165425.epi
‘Proper Agro-Processing Technology Can Save 40 Pc Post- Harvest Loss’
The Bangladesh Centre for Industrial Research and the Department of Agriculture Extension will set up a food technology innovation center to connect entrepreneurs with modern agro-processing equipment and scientific methods. http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P3-2407499111.html
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC)
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) will hold an exhibition on PHL, employment, and industry development, while the Nigerian Agricultural Ministry is partnering with the Central Bank of Nigeria to strengthen marketing institutions through agricultural lending.
The Deplorable Plight of the Gambian Farmer
A call for de-politicization in Gambian PHL efforts comes with an editorial review of the history of government involvement in agricultural problems within the country. http://www.freedomnewspaper.com/Homepage/tabid/36/mid/367/newsid367/6575/Gambia–The-deplorable-plight-of-the-Gambian-farmer/Default.aspx
Government for Early Decision on FDI in Multi-Brand Retail: Sharma
The Indian government is also considering opening up multi-brand retail sector for Federal Direct Investment as such large chains could aid in the provision of jobs and act as a possible solution to large postharvest losses within the country. http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2011-08-03/news/29846397_1_retail-sector-global-retail-giants-single-brand
Pakistan Can Emerge as Biotechnology Leader
Pakistan’s Provincial Minister for Agriculture of the Punjab government is focusing on biotechnology and GMOs as a means of sustainable development and is pushing the country to become a leader in the field. http://pakobserver.net/detailnews.asp?id=104728
Gambia: FAO Conducts Seminar on Post Harvest Management for Food Security
The Gambian government held a workshop with the FAO to deal with the pest, disease, and infrastructure issues related to food security. http://allafrica.com/stories/201107210762.html
Tanzania Wrong in Handling of Machingas, Cross-Border Trade
Tanzania finds government actions toward small-scale farmers and peddlers a source for postharvest losses and urges for more encouraging market and cross-border trade policies. http://www.tanzanianews24.com/tanzania-wrong-in-handling-of-machingas-cross-border-trade/
EU/ADRA Project Increases Food Production in 7,887 Households
In Ghana, the EU/ADRA project increased staple food production up to 400% in selected districts. http://www.ghananewsagency.org/details/Economics/EU-ADRA-project-increases-food-production-in-7-887-households/?ci=3&ai=31284