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Published on Mar 2, 2021

Fish Farming Is Feeding the Globe. What’s the Cost for Locals?

Onboard the Lu Lao Yuan Yu 010 were seven Chinese officers and a crew of four Gambians and thirty-five Senegalese. The Gambian team soon began grilling the ship’s captain, a short man named Qiu Shenzhong, who wore a shirt smeared with fish guts. Belowdecks …

Source: The New Yorker - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 5, 2021

Technologies and practices for agriculture and food system adaptation to climate change in The Gambia

Abstract/Description Agriculture is a major source of livelihood and income in The Gambia. Despite its socioeconomic importance, the sector faces many institutional, technological, and biophysical challenges limiting its contribution to economic …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2021

Bangladesh eyes big opportunities abroad through ‘contract farming’: foreign minister

Bangladesh wants to move fast in a coordinated way to explore opportunities in "contract farming", especially taking advantage of farming in the Middle East and greater African landscape, Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen said today. "I …

Source: Daily Star - Neutral
Published on Jan 12, 2021

AAUR and Gambian university sign MoU

Rawalpindi:Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) and University of Gambia (UTG) have agreed to initiate collaboration on research projects and strong academia-industry linkages through developing human resources. It was …

Source: The News International - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 11, 2021

Returnees in The Gambia Rebuild Their Lives Against the Backdrop of Tragedy

On 4 December 2019, at least 62 Gambians perished in a tragic shipwreck off the coast of Mauritania. One year later, we remember and pay tribute to them, while shedding light on the stories of those who survived the tragedy. With a population of just over …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Jan 9, 2021

Farmer beheads son and buries him, stabs pregnant girlfriend

Murder A farmer, believed to be in his 40s, has been arrested by the Dunkwa Divisional Police Command for allegedly murdering his seven months old son. The suspect, known as John, allegedly killed and buried his son at ‘The Gambia’, a suburb of Dunkwa …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2020

Gambia: Over 300 Gambia College Students Denied Entry Into Classrooms

Over 300 hundred students of the Gambia College have been denied entry into their various classrooms for not paying tuition fees. The students, on Friday were seen standing under their classroom verandas for the entire day, forcing others to go home after …

Source: News (South Africa) - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 4, 2020

Gambia's economy to shrink 1.5% in 2020, finance ministry says

By Reuters Staff BANJUL (Reuters) - Gambia’s economy will contract 1.5% in 2020 versus a previous estimate of 6.5% growth as a result of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on tourism, the finance ministry said on Friday. “The new growth estimates are …

Source: Reuters - Neutral
Published on Dec 3, 2020

Gambia: From the Classroom to the Workplace – Tekki Fii TVET Graduates Exposed to the Labor Market for the First Time

Lamarana Kanteh aged 19 is one of the TVET students in Welding and Simple Farm Tools at Chigambas Skills Training Centre in URR who were previously sitting in the neighbourhood without a job. Being a grade 9 school dropout made it even more difficult to …

Source: News (South Africa) - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 29, 2020

Gift turns into gain with first made in Gambia chocolate bar

What started as an idea to impress his wife has become an ambitious business venture for one Gambian entrepreneur, who wants to transform his small chocolate production operation into the country's own cocoa industry. Using cocoa plant seedlings from …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Oct 19, 2020

African Heads of State call on world leaders to increase investment in International Fund for Agricultural Development (...

Download logo Ten African Heads of State have issued a strong call to other world leaders to increase their funding to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) (www.IFAD.org) or risk jeopardizing Sustainable Development Goal targets for …

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Published on Oct 27, 2020

$34 million West African project supports rice farming in Bonthe and Kambia districts

Tamba Tengbeh: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 27 October 2020: The Sierra Leone Regional Rice Value Chain Project (RRVCP) in the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) last week held its inaugural National Steering Committee meeting to discuss the progress. …

Source: Sierra Leone Telegraph - Neutral
Published on Oct 19, 2020

Heating deltamethrin may help it kill pesticide-resistant mosquitoes

A few minutes in the microwave made a common insecticide about 10 times more lethal to mosquitoes in lab experiments. The toxin deltamethrin is used around the world in home sprays and bed nets to curb the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like malaria — …

Source: Science News - Neutral
Published on Oct 14, 2020

The Cost of Hunger: The Social and Economic Impact of Child Undernutrition in The Gambia

Executive Summary The Cost of Hunger in Africa (COHA) study is an African Union Commission (AUC) led initiative through which countries are able to estimate the social and economic impact of child undernutrition in a given year. In March 2012, the regional …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Oct 14, 2020

Italy 'to allow 18,000 non-EU seasonal farmhands in'

(ANSAmed) - ROMA, 14 OTT - The Italian farmers association Coldiretti said Monday that an interior ministry decree will make it possible for 18,000 non-EU seasonal workers to enter Italy. The association called it an ''important measure for work in …

Source: ANSAmed - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 6, 2020

For women in business in The Gambia and Zambia, making all the right moves - Trade 4 Dev News

Breaking ground with new ideas and new partnerships in two African countries What do onions, leather handbags and moringa have in common? Not much on their own, of course. But, they are what certain female-helmed businesses in Africa are selling, and …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 23, 2020

Despite taboos many West African farmers eat wild animals

People continue to eat the meat of wild animals for various reasons. Some in poor rural communities in the developing world do so for sustenance. Others in better-off societies feast on so-called bushmeat for culinary reasons. Others still eat wild animals …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 17, 2020

Gambia's growth seen shrinking to 2% as president eases lockdown

BANJUL, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Gambia’s economic growth rate may fall to 2% in 2020 versus a forecast 6% due to the coronavirus, President Adama Barrow said on Thursday, as he relaxed a nighttime curfew but kept other lockdown restrictions in place. The gross …

Source: Reuters - Neutral
Published on Aug 31, 2020

The Fast Rising Challenges To The South West Nigerian Agricultural Economy Are Getting Out Of Control By John Mabayoje

Please forgive me if I caption this article on what I know which is as the topic heading affects South West Nigeria I will not be surprised if these conditions are not confined to the SW which I know quite well. I am a 4 th Generation Farmer and a 3 rd …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Neutral

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) Announces 3-Year Plan for Resilient & Racially Equitable Regional Food System

AIM's 3-year plan and its corollary, Path to Racial Equity Plan, offer a detailed, step-by-step vision for an attainable, socially-just food system. SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 10:10 GMT

Mintec publish new Agri-food price assessments to aid price transparency for food ingredient buyers

BOURNE END, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Mintec, the leading global provider of price data for food ingredients and CPG materials, published a range of new price series relating to food commodities on …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 20:36 GMT

TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER LAYS OUT PLAN TO AVOID FUTURE POWER SYSTEM FAILURE

For Immediate Release: March 5, 2021 TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER LAYS OUT PLAN TO AVOID FUTURE POWER SYSTEM FAILURE Says electrical grid failure’s damage to agriculture industry warrants immediate action (AUSTIN) Texas Agriculture …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 11:17 GMT

Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Captures Best of Farm, Rural Life for the 12th Year

JEFFERSON CITY — Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture is launching the 12th annual Focus on Missouri Agriculture photo contest to help kickoff National Thank a Farmer week. The Department is asking Missourians to share the unique stories and …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 08:04 GMT

Senate Majority Advances Legislation To Support New York’s Agriculture Industry

(Albany, NY) Today, the Senate Democratic Majority advanced legislation supporting farmers and the agriculture industry across New York State. The legislation passed by the Senate Democratic Majority broadens the presence and promotion of farmers’ markets …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 21:30 GMT

Agriculture Commissioner Encourages Eligible Workers to Get Vaccinated

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contacts: Eva Moore, 803-734-2196, emoore@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 4, 2021 Agriculture Commissioner Encourages Eligible Workers to Get Vaccinated COLUMBIA – With …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 03:40 GMT

$500K in Grants Announced by Sen. Street & PA Agriculture Sec. Russell Redding

Harrisburg, PA – March 3, 2021 – Senator Street recently joined PA Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Frank Sherman, co-managing director for First Light Project to announce $500,000 in Agriculture Grants for small and urban farming. The grant …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 22:11 GMT

Team Europe partners with Equity Bank to support Kenyan business and agriculture amid COVID-19

Download logo The European Union and the European Investment Bank, working together as Team Europe, are providing EUR 120 million (KES 15.8 billion) of new support for Equity Bank to enhance financing to Kenyan companies most impacted by the COVID-19 …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 23:25 GMT

Cancer Victims Ask Judge to Reject Bayer AG Roundup Weed Killer Cancer Lawsuit Settlement

Outcry grows over deal that would allow Bayer AG to continue selling cancer-causing herbicide while shielding it from future cancer claims Bayer AG (OTCMKTS:BAYRY) SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 21:49 GMT

UniCox SuperFoods Organic Products Launches KickStarter Campaign

Power Breakfast Blend with SuperFoods Introduced for People with Dietary Restrictions TORONTO, CANADA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, UniCox SuperFoods announced the launch of its KickStarter campaign to raise funds for its ambitious …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) Announces 3-Year Plan for Resilient & Racially Equitable Regional Food System

AIM's 3-year plan and its corollary, Path to Racial Equity Plan, offer a detailed, step-by-step vision for an attainable, socially-just food system. SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 13:45 GMT

Provivi® anuncia relación estratégica

Pequeños productores de países en desarrollo se beneficiarán de un acuerdo entre Provivi y la Fundación Bill & Melinda Gates SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Provivi, Inc. ("Provivi"), …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 08:30 GMT

Aprifood | Dried Apricot Producer and Exporter in Malatya

MALATYA, BATTALGAZI, TURKEY, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All You Need To Know About Aprifood Agricultural Industry Limited Aprifood agricultural industry limited was found in the year 1995 with the sole objective to produce high- …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 22:31 GMT

Animal Wellness Action Applauds Bryan County Sheriff for Raiding Major Cockfighting Pit in Texoma Region

Dozens of major cockfighting kingpins continue to operate in the Sooner State. OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oklahoma City — Animal Wellness Action (AWA) applauded Bryan County Sheriff Johnny …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 22:21 GMT

Folk Rockers Turn Farmers

Folk rock duo turns their creative energies to growing food for a family of four during pandemic and is documenting it on YouTube. ROSWELL, GA, USA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Folk rock duo The Ormewoods, Don McCollister and Claire …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 17:48 GMT

UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy for the UNFSS underscores the role of LATAM and the Caribbean at the global event

Invited by IICA Director General, Agnes Kalibata—former Minister of Agriculture of Rwanda, now leading the UNFSS —spoke with media editors from 10 countries. SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agnes Kalibata, the Special …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 15:26 GMT

How to Fix Rock Salt Damage to Plants and Lawns

Giroud Tree and Lawn explains why rock salt can be harmful to landscapes and how homeowners can fix the damage. HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Philadelphia area has experienced a lot of snow this …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Oregon US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate Urges a Navy Veteran with Lung Cancer in Oregon-Who Also Had Navy Asbestos ...

PORTLAND , OREGON, USA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Oregon US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate is urging a Navy Veteran with lung cancer anywhere in Oregon to please call attorney Erik Karst of the law firm of Karst von Oiste at 800 …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 21:45 GMT

Alico, Inc. to Participate at the 33rd Annual ROTH Conference

FORT MYERS, Fla., March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alico, Inc. (“Alico” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ALCO) today announced that John Kiernan, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, and Richard Rallo, the Company’s Senior Vice President and …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

Copperstate Farms Announces Plans to Expand Cannabis Cultivation to 80-Acres Under Glass in Snowflake, Arizona

PHOENIX, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copperstate Farms Management, LLC, a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Arizona, today announced plans to expand its cultivation space to 80 acres in Snowflake, Arizona. The decision to double its …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

SFI Awarded NFWF Grant to Enhance Songbird Habitat in West Virginia Through Sustainable Forest Management

WASHINGTON, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc. (SFI) is pleased to announce a grant award from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) designed to engage landowners in West Virginia on forest management …

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Published on March 4, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Sugarbud Provides Corporate Update and Comments on 2021 Outlook

CALGARY, Alberta, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sugarbud Craft Growers Corp. (TSXV:SUGR, SUGR.WT, SUGR.WS, SUGR.DB) ("Sugarbud" or the "Company") is pleased to provide a corporate operating update and comments regarding its outlook …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 17:38 GMT

South Florida Estate With Acreage to Auction via Concierge Auctions in Cooperation with Sotheby’s International Realty

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Located within the exquisite gated community of Ranch Colony, 19700 SE Mack Dairy Road will auction next month via Concierge Auctions in cooperation with Todd Peter of Sotheby …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 16:30 GMT

Exploring the Secrets of Native Seeds & Their Resilience to Climate Change

Growing Through Change: Sourcing Climate-Resilient Seed for Ecological Restoration LIBERTYVILLE, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The garden adage “right plant, right place” may be the latest tool in the toolbox for …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 15:27 GMT

The FactoringClub Awards SouthStar Capital the “Best Factoring Company of 2021”

SouthStar Capital's "Best Factoring Company of 2021" award is based on their integrity, value, proven track record, quality service, personal care, and passion. CHARLESTON, SC, USA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SouthStar …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 14:00 GMT

Zalemark Holding Announces Appointment of Chief Operating Officer

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zalemark Holding Company Inc. CEO Xia Wu is pleased to announce the appointment of Horace Bhopalsingh as Chief Operating Officer, effective March 1, 2021. Mr. Bhopalsingh, a …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 14:00 GMT

Psychic Medium and Animal Communicator Jennifer Luciana to be Featured on Close Up Radio

WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ever wonder what animals would say if they could talk? Would they ask to spend more time with us? Ask for good food? Affection? Fresh air? They would likely say that they …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

ZE PowerGroup and Kpler Announce Partnership to Provide Increased Access to Kpler Commodity Data

The New Alliance Will Enable Customers to Tap into Trusted Data through an Award-Winning Platform RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ZE PowerGroup Inc. (ZE) and Kpler are excited to join hands and offer …

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