In Japan, in-office strawberry cultivation system brings relaxation, better communication
Some companies are now introducing a system that allows employees to grow and pick fresh strawberries at the office every day of the year.
Agriculture
Thai rice prices surge in 2024 as demand outstrips supply
The Thai Commerce Ministry has announced an increase in Thai rice prices for 2024, with both export prices and paddy prices on the rise.
AI boost for palm oil production in world’s first smart mill in Malaysia
With Malaysia’s standing as the world second largest producer of palm oil, the cutting edge smart technology is expected to reduce cost and enhance efficiency.
Japan’s 1st case of lumpy skin disease detected at Fukuoka cattle farm
Based on the Prevention of Infectious Diseases in Livestock Law, the prefectural government ordered the vaccination of cattle at 50 farms located within a 20-kilometer radius of…
Pakistan needs to shield farmers from climate-related financial impacts
As climate events continue to affect Pakistan’s farming communities, better-aligned insurance schemes need to be adopted by the government.
Climate change threatens Jeju’s mandarin orange business
This year, prolonged tropical nights and rising temperatures delayed harvests and impacted fruit quality, prompting the island to adapt its agricultural practices.
Thai rice exports face pressure as India lifts export ban
The market landscape is set to shift dramatically after India's removal of both export taxes and minimum export price requirements, allowing Indian exporters to operate without…
Viral hippo Moo Deng smiles on rice farmers
Many of these farmers in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, particularly those practising organic agriculture, are facing significant financial hardship as their year-end harvest was…
How round chilli has changed farmers’ lives in Palpa
Besides Magar and Karki, nearly 1,500 farmers from Ribdikot rural municipality-8 are making an income from the crop. Ribdikot, once known for ginger production, now sees a future…
Local farms push ahead with international collaborations to further S’pore’s 30 by 30 plan
While the future is uncertain for local farms amid growing cost pressures and the lack of robust local demand, they are seeing opportunities to foster international collaboration,…