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When Goats Go Rogue: A Chronicle of Caprine Capers

Goats on the Loose – Unforeseen Challenges in Vegetation Management In an unexpected event in New York, a herd...

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A Family Dilemma: The Complexity of Land Division and Financial Support

Unveiling the Scenario Every family inevitably encounters complex issues that require careful deliberation and d...

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PlayStation Plus Essential October Games Unofficially Revealed: A Mixture of Horror and Farming

Unveiling the Game Line-Up The unofficial reveal of the PlayStation Plus Essential October line-up has been made...

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European Foulbrood Outbreaks: A Crisis Threatening Beekeeping in Wallonia

The Unseen Threat to Beekeeping European Foulbrood, a highly contagious bacterial disease that affects...

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Revolutionizing Recycling: Engineered Microbes Transforming Plastic Waste Into Biodegradable Polymers

Addressing the Global Plastic Pollution Crisis Plastic pollution has become a global crisis, with over...

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The Romanian Lifeline: How the Port of Constanta Channels Ukraine's Grain Exports Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Port of Constanta: A Beacon for Ukraine’s Grain Exports With Ukraine’s Black Sea ports ren...

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Pesticides and Hypothyroidism: A Closer Look at the Connection

The Pesticide-Thyroid Link: Understanding the Underlying Mechanism Occupational Exposure Versus Enviro...

Unravelling the Rice Monopoly: Malaysia's Dilemma
The Monopoly of Bernas Malaysia's national rice monopoly is currently held by Padiberas Nasional Berhad (Bernas). This powerhouse in the rice industry is in charge of importation, warehousing, distribution, and marketing of this staple food. However, Bernas has come under fire due to allegations of monopolistic practices, with critics arguing that it leads to increased prices and hinders competition. Government's Stance Agriculture and Food Security Minister, Mohamad Sabu, clarifies that disrupting this monopoly is not a decision that can be made overnight. The government is currently tied to an agreement with Bernas that holds till January 10, 2031. Any move to intervene would not only require a solid reason but also a certain period of time. The government is in ongoing discussions over the matter. Sabu acknowledges public concern over affordability and availability issues and assures that the peopl...
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Unravelling the Rice Monopoly: Malaysia's Dilemma
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Philippine President Marcos Jr. Rejects Proposal to Reduce Rice Import Tariffs Amid Price Concerns
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has firmly rejected a proposal to reduce tariffs on imported rice, a decision arrived at in conjunction with other key officials including the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary, Arsenio Balisacan. The proposal aimed to temporarily lower the existing 35% rice import tariff rates to 0% or at most, 10%. This
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Breathing New Life into Old Trees: The Art and Science of Rejuvenation Pruning
The Healing Power of Pruning Pruning, often understood as a mere maintenance activity, holds the potential to breathe new life into aging trees. When a branch or twig is trimmed, the plant responds with vigorous shoot growth. This growth spurt allows new branches to spring forth, rejuvenating the plant within a span of few years.
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Turmoil in Thessaly: Greece's Feta Crisis Following Devastating Floods
Unforeseen Consequences: The Impact of Floods on Thessaly’s Dairy Industry Recent destructive weather conditions in Thessaly, Greece, have led to significant damage to the dairy industry, raising concerns over the potential increase in the price of one of the country’s most cherished products – feta cheese. Thessaly accounts for about 40% of the nation’s sheep
Philippine House Passes Anti-Agri-fishery Smuggling Bill to Protect Local Farmers

Philippine House Passes Anti-Agri-fishery Smuggl...

The House of Representatives in the Philippines has passed House Bill 9284, also known as the Anti-Agri-fishery Commodities and To...

India Authorizes Rice Export to UAE Amidst Domestic Inflation and Global Food Security Concerns

India Authorizes Rice Export to UAE Amidst Domes...

India Eases Rice Export Ban with 75,000 Tonnes Headed to UAE In a notable development, the Indian government has granted the expor...

Palm Diplomacy: Indonesia and Malaysia Seek to Bolster Crude Palm Oil Market in India

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Palm Diplomacy: Indonesia and Malaysia Seek to Bolster Crude ...

The Monopoly of Bernas Malaysia's national rice monopoly is currently held by Padiberas Nasional Berhad (Bernas). This powerhouse in the rice industry is in charge of importation, warehousing, distribution, and marketing of this staple food. However,...

Ukraine and The Grain Dilemma: A Comprehensive Analysis...

  Addressing the Grain Issue In his most recent statement, Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski expressed his anticipation ...

Damascus in the Heat: Rising Temperatures and their Implicat...

The capital city of Syria, Damascus, is experiencing a significant rise in temperatures. Reports have indicated that temperatures ...

Leongatha update: Forensic testing confirms three victims di...

The Mystery of the Deadly Mushrooms: Unraveling the Leongatha Tragedy Tragedy Strikes in Victoria A compelling development in a mu...

Sheep in Greece Munch on Medical Cannabis Amidst Flood Havoc...

  Unexpected Cannabis Consumers Amidst Catastrophic Storm In a peculiar turn of events, a flock of sheep in Greece devoured a...

South Korea Dairy Industry Faces Price Hike
Price Increase in Dairy Products Starting from next month, the prices of dairy products, including white milk, will experience an across-the-board increase in South Korea. This follows price hike announcements from numerous dairy companies such as Seoul Milk, Maeil Dairy, and Namyang Dairy. Other companies like Binggrae and Dongwon F&B have also decided to increase the prices of some of their products from next month. Specific Price Increases Binggrae has announced that it will increase the price of its 'Good Morning Milk' product (900ml) by 5.9% based on retail stores. The price of its popular processed milk product, banana-flavored milk (240ml), will also rise by 5.9%, while Yoplait Original will increase by 8.6%. The price of Together Ice Cream will also go up by 8.3%. The new prices will be applied from the 6th of next month in retail stores and supermarkets, and from November 1st in convenience stor...
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South Korea Dairy Industry Faces Price Hike
Stapleton Launches Campaign for Irish Farmers Association Presidency

Stapleton Launches Campaign for Irish Farmers Association Presidency...

  Stapleton Takes Another Shot at IFA Leadership Following an unsuccessful bid for the vice-chairperson position of the Irish Farmers Association (IFA), Martin Stapleton, a dairy farmer from Oola, has launched his presidential campaign. The launch event, held at the Great National Ballykisteen Hotel, was te...

The Weaponization of Hunger: The Impact on Global Food Security

The Weaponization of Hunger: The Impact on Global Food Security...

  Port Assaults in Izmail: A Threat to Grain Exports The recent attack on the port infrastructure of Izmail, a Ukrainian city crucial to grain exports, has drawn international attention. In an unexpected act of aggression, Russia targeted several trucks loaded with harvested grain intended for export to cou...

Urgent Need for Solution to the Ukrainian Grain Distribution in Europe

Urgent Need for Solution to the Ukrainian Grain Distribution in Europe...

  European Union Countries Ban Ukrainian Food Imports With rising economic hardships faced by farmers due to a glut of grain in their countries, Slovakia became the third European Union country to ban food imports from Ukraine. This move follows similar decisions by Poland and Hungary, who announced bans on...

Celebrating Harvest and Promoting Harmony: The Chinese Farmers Harvest Festival 2023

Celebrating Harvest and Promoting Harmony: The Chinese Farmers Harvest Festival 2023...

Honoring the Agricultural Achievements The “Chinese Farmers Harvest Festival” was held on September 26, 2023, in Hulunbuir City. The event served as a grand celebration of the agricultural accomplishments of the year and was one among several activities aimed at bolstering the sense of community amon...

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