Farmers in Nepal’s Kailali struggle to sell paddy
In Nepal’s farwest, most farmers have not been able to sell their paddy at a fair price despite the government announcing the minimum support price.
Four Malaysian durian varieties registered, international protection needed
The four durian varieties that have been registered with MyIPO so far are Musang King, Black Thorn, Durian Balik Pulau (Penang), and Durian Nyekak Sarawak.
Hot and dry weather spell good news for Malaysian farmers
While the dry weather is good, it also poses other challenges, specifically increased threats to crops, like rats, rice pests, and various diseases.
P300 per kg ‘galunggong’ fish: Philippine fishers warn imports won’t ease prices during fishing ban
The leader of a fishers' group lamented that retail prices of galunggong (round scad) have climbed to P300 to P320 per kilo, while fishers continue selling their catch at only P70…
Drone helps Nepali farmers tackle old challenges
A sugarcane farmer from Kanchanpur has made his farm profitable by using drones to spray fertiliser and pesticide.
Why cacao-rich Indonesia is not (yet) a global chocolate producer
Building on its decades-old role as a major cacao producer, Indonesia wants to push into the global chocolate market with a comprehensive supply chain from plantations via…
China’s homegrown durian tantalises taste buds
Yunnan trial plantation raises hopes for a domestic durian industry.
Empowering Chinese mothers through family-friendly jobs
China's growing "mom jobs" initiative offers flexible, community-based employment, empowering women to earn income while balancing childcare and family responsibilities.
Cambodian agriculture ministry looks to boost rice exports to the Philippines
The Philippines is one of the world's largest rice importers, with Vietnam and Thailand — both Cambodia's neighbours — being its largest suppliers.
Hanoi’s path to sustainable farming
The capital is working to ensure stable food production, protect natural resources, and build a resilient, eco-friendly agricultural sector.