USA – Global retail and e-commerce giant, Amazon has launched ‘The Climate Pledge Fund’ to support the development of sustainable…
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FMO invests US$7.5m in ARAF to support climate smart agriculture
AFRICA – Dutch development bank FMO has invested US$7.5m in the Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund (ARAF) to support the provision…
Read MoreGermany funds US$22m initiative to boost agriculture sectors’ role in addressing climate change
GERMANY – Germany has launched a new €20m (US$22.3m) programme co-led by FAO and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)…
Read MoreBritvic announces new carbon emissions reduction targets to help tackle climate change
ENGLAND – Britvic, one of the leading branded soft drinks businesses in Europe, has announced ambitious science-based carbon targets, committing…
Read MoreSyngenta to invest US$2 billion on innovative and sustainable agriculture solutions
SWITZERLAND – Swiss-based global agribusiness company has pledged to invest US$2 billion over the next five years on finding innovations…
Read MoreNestlé, Danone among firms recognized for leadership in sustainability by UN Global Compact
USA – Nestlé, Danone and Unilever have been named as Global Compact LEAD companies for their ongoing commitment to the…
Read MoreBiotech crops presenting a solution to nutrition and climate change challenges; ISAAA report
JAPAN – Countries across the world have progressively embraced the utilisation of biotech crops, with this year marking 23 solid…
Read MoreNamibia unveils US$8.95 agricultural project to help farmers build climate change resilience
NAMIBIA – Namibia has commissioned a US$ 8.95million (N$130 million) agricultural project that seeks to enhance agricultural productivity by strengthening…
Read MoreIrish Dairy industry focuses on low carbon future to address climate change
IRELAND – The Irish dairy industry has decided to embark on industrial activities to ensure low carbon emissions in the…
Read MoreFresh produce shortages likely this year, experts warn
NIGERIA – Nigeria may face tomato, rice and onion shortages next year, following the continued shut down of Tiga Dam…
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