Nancy Kavazanjian
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Topics: CRISPR/Gene Editing, Ag Europe, Genes /Genetics, Biotech,

Expert warns about strict regulation of new plant breeding methods in the EU

New technologies in plant breeding, especially gene editing technologies such as nobel-prize winning CRISPR, enable the targeted and precise modification of the genetic material of plants. In 2018, the ...

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Nancy Kavazanjian
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Topics: Agriculture US, Weather,

La Nia is getting stronger for our winter; Updated study shows the effects

The surface ocean continues to cool down in the La Niña part of the Pacific....

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John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Wheat, Corn/Maize, Soybeans, Agriculture US, Economics, USDA, World Population,

Grain markets spurred by latest crop estimates out of the USA

Latest USDA report indicates tight supplies of key grains, which has pushed prices up.

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Topics: Fermentation/Vineyard/Wine, Grapes, Ag Europe, Climate Change,

France's Languedoc winegrowers are already adapting to climate change

Over the past 30 years, the harvest of France's Languedoc wines has progressed by three weeks and the alcohol content of the wine has risen by four points. Faced with the already sensitive impact of climate change, the region's winegrowers are adapting their practices and grape varieties. EURACTIV France reports.

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Topics: Soybeans, Agriculture US, Agriculture Global, GMO's, Research, Ag Europe, Genes /Genetics, World Hunger,

Genetically modified soybean gains EU Commission approval

The European Commission authorised a genetically modified soybean for food and feed, but not cultivation, on Monday (28 September), paving the way for a full launch of the variety in the US and Canada in 2021.

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Topics: Sustainability, Ag Europe, World Hunger, World Population, Plant-Based/Animal Free, Plant Breeding,

France unlocks €100 million to develop its plant-based protein production

The French government intends to allocate €100 million to develop the country's plant-based protein production. The decision, however, is based more on commercial rather than environmental concerns. EURACTIV France reports.

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Topics: Food/Nutrition, Sustainability, World Hunger, World Population, Coronavirus/COVID, Ag Middle East,

In last 10 years, nation has achieved self-sufficiency in food:

Bangladesh’s food security has been ensured due to timely decision making by the government, agriculture minister Abdur Razzaque said today.

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Topics: Agriculture US, Agriculture Global,

Oregon farmer baffles TikTokers who don’t know how agriculture works in the US - Sioux County Radio

Stay in-the-know with Sioux County Radio! We post local news online as it's happening. Check back to find the latest details about the stories that affect you.

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TOPIC(S): Herbicides, Pesticides, Ag Europe, AgriBusiness,

10/09/2020 SOURCE: www.reuters.com

France clamps down on use of weedkiller glyphosate in farming

France's health and environment agency announced restrictions on weedkiller glyphosate in farming, but stopped short of a full ban in the European Union's top agricultural producer due to a lack of non-chemical alternatives in some areas.

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UN World Food Program wins Nobel Peace Prize

ROME (AP) — The United Nations' World Food Program won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for its efforts to fight hunger in regions of conflict and hardship around the globe. From air-dropping...