Pakistan faces a severe water shortage in Sindh and Balochistan, impacting agriculture and livelihoods. India has placed the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance following a terror attack, exacerbating the crisis. Political blame is being cast internally over unequal water distribution, with farmers struggling as canals run dry.
India's agriculture sector has seen significant growth over 12 years due to increased investment, record foodgrain production, and improved farmer support, boosting GVA and farmer income.
Des milliers de clients du Crédit Agricole ont reçu une notification "Test Cédric" avant de ne plus pouvoir accéder à leurs comptes. La banque a expliqué l'incident technique et a échangé avec humour avec Burger King sur les réseaux sociaux.
Taiwan's Agriculture Ministry is proposing amendments to pet grooming service contracts to ease financial burdens on small businesses. New options for payment guarantees, including third-party payment custodianship and peer-to-peer insurance, aim to support the industry.
Smolensk region's agricultural financing from the federal budget has tripled, with total state support for the agro-industrial complex exceeding 2.4 billion rubles by the end of 2025. Production reached 170 billion rubles, with significant increases in grain, potato, and rapeseed yields, as well as egg and milk production.
Shouyang County, Shanxi, is developing a 200-mu bell pepper cultivation cluster using a "millennium project" approach. Integrating resources and modern tech like smart climate control and water-fertilizer integration, the project boosts yield and income for local farmers, with products sold to major cities.
US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins' messaging on the screwworm parasite has shifted from 'terrifying' to 'little pest' as it's detected in Texas. She blames lax immigration policies for its spread and assures the public the food supply is safe, while critics link the outbreak to the Trump administration and rising inflation.
Hong Kong authorities have assured that a planned marine park around Sharp Island will protect most coral reefs, addressing Greenpeace's concerns about insufficient coverage. Underwater mapping confirmed major coral spots fall within the proposed 63-hectare boundary.
Hong Kong reports a decline in cetacean strandings to 29 in 2025 from 41 in 2024, with 4 suspected to be linked to human activity, according to a joint government-Ocean Park report.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins labels Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller 'unserious' for criticizing the federal response to the New World Screwworm outbreak in Texas, accusing him of making dangerous suggestions amid a critical containment effort.
A calf in La Pryor, Texas, was found infested with screwworm, prompting a containment response from US and Texas officials, with no other cases detected yet.
The UN warns of the imminent return of El Niño, which is expected to bring raised global temperatures and weather extremes, with Asia being one of the most exposed regions.
US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins testified that dependence on China for agricultural inputs poses an existential threat to national security and liberty, while defending a reduced $20.8 billion 2027 budget request amidst farmer pressures from tariffs, the Iran war, and supply disruptions.
Young farmers in Bourg-en-Bresse heard from presidential candidates or their representatives on agriculture's future, discussing water, wolves, trade, and pesticides. The event, held by Jeunes Agriculteurs, served as a preview for the 2027 campaign debates.
France's National Assembly has adopted a bill to drastically reduce cadmium levels in phosphate fertilizers. The measure aims to limit population exposure to this toxic heavy metal, primarily through food consumption, and requires adaptation from the agricultural sector.
A flesh-eating parasite, the New World screwworm, has been detected in a calf in Texas, marking the first animal case in the US since 1966. The pest, believed to have traveled from Central America, poses a significant threat to the livestock industry and could lead to increased beef prices.
India and Venezuela are expanding cooperation, especially in energy, with Venezuela becoming India's third-largest crude oil supplier. Discussions aim for a structured energy partnership, covering upstream and downstream sectors, leveraging Venezuela's vast oil reserves and India's growing demand.
Italian ministers will answer questions in Parliament on public housing, the Rome-Latina corridor, the Tigullio-Genoa link, distance learning for driving schools, agricultural trade, production costs, civil protection, child safety online, and the 5x1000 spending limit.
The New World screwworm fly, a flesh-eating parasite, has been confirmed in LaPryor, Texas, marking its first U.S. appearance since 1966. A quarantine zone is in effect, and the USDA is releasing sterile flies to prevent infestation of the cattle industry.
Édouard Philippe, candidat à la présidentielle, propose de modifier la Constitution pour mieux intégrer les besoins de l'agriculture française dans la Charte de l'environnement, comparant la crise agricole actuelle à celle de la sidérurgie dans les années 70.
The New World screwworm fly has been confirmed in south Texas, marking the first time in decades the parasite has threatened the U.S. cattle industry. A quarantine zone is in place, and efforts are underway to prevent mass infestation.
Hong Kong authorities are considering a pilot booking system for popular hiking routes and a new marine park at Sharp Island due to large crowds during mainland Chinese holidays. The aim is to control visitor numbers, protect trails, and improve visitor experience.
Moldova is moving to sever economic ties with Russia, with a Russian envoy criticizing the leadership's European integration course. Meanwhile, Russia is ready to normalize relations with the US if its interests are respected, and has imposed retaliatory sanctions on five UK citizens. Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian regions, causing casualties.
French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard urged agrochemical firm BASF to clear its herbicide cinméthyline of endocrine disruptor classification, despite EFSA concerns, to allow its use by French producers.
