German Chancellor Olaf Scholz wants to postpone new EU rules aimed at preventing products driving deforestation from being sold on the EU market — and is lobbying Ursula von der Leyen about it.
Scholz told a conference on Thursday in Berlin that he…Continue Reading
Global leaders are attempting to deliver a heavy-hitting deal later this month to drive down growing rates of superbugs — but several iterations of the text highlight just how challenging that will be, with discussions becoming “heated.”
(KYIV) – Ukraine and India have signed an agreement to cooperate in agriculture and the food industry, marking a significant step toward enhancing bilateral relations in these sectors. The agreement is set to last for five years and aims to create mutually beneficial opportunities, improve market conditions, and strengthen nationalContinue Reading
Sugar production in the country faces a significant challenge as sugarcane farmers threaten to suspend deliveries to mills following the announcement of new price rates. This comes after the Agricultural and Food Authority (AFA) set the new price for sugarcane at Sh4,950 per ton, effective from August 7, 2024. AContinue Reading
Kenya to Boost Maize Production to 70 Million Bags, Outpacing Neighbors Kenya is poised to increase its maize production to 70 million bags this year, thanks to strategic measures implemented by the government to enhance the agriculture sector. The government has introduced several initiatives, including subsidized fertilizers and increased rainfall,Continue Reading
Unsold Tea Stocks Valued at KES 32 Billion Cause Farmer Payment Delays Unsold tea stocks valued at nearly Sh32 billion have accumulated at the Mombasa Tea Auction, creating a crisis for Kenya’s tea industry and putting the livelihoods of millions of farmers at risk. The issue stems from the introductionContinue Reading
Over 174,000 farmers in Uganda have recently acquired digital skills as part of an ongoing initiative to modernize agriculture in the country. This milestone was highlighted during the 30th annual National Agricultural Show in Jinja City, which runs until August 4, 2024. Smallholder farmers, who represent about 89 percent ofContinue Reading
The latest coffee market report from the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) reveals varied trends in the trading session of July 31, 2024, driven by global weather concerns and market dynamics. On the London International Financial Futures and Options Exchange (LIFFE), Robusta coffee futures showed a decline. The September contractContinue Reading
In July 2024, Uganda’s tea prices fell to an average of $0.82 per kilogramme, according to the Mombasa Tea Auction Sale number 30, which closed on July 23, 2024. This represents a significant drop compared to the average prices in neighboring countries: Kenya at $2.22, Rwanda at $2.47, and TanzaniaContinue Reading
Sony Sugar, a company that has faced numerous challenges, has recently made significant strides by paying off a historic debt of Sh1 billion to sugarcane farmers. This development is part of the company’s broader efforts to restore its status and improve its operations. Martine Dima, the incoming Chief Executive Officer,Continue Reading