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Sindh Cabinet approves projects for water, agriculture, industry infrastructure uplift
The Nation
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July 9, 2025
KARACHI - Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, presiding over a meeting of the provincial cabinet at the CM House, approved a series of transformative development initiatives aimed at tackling Karachi’s water crisis, strengthening the...
HyFun Foods expands agri-sourcing network as processed food exports rise
ETRetail.com
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July 11, 2025
New Delhi: Gujarat-based HyFun Foods is ramping up its agri-sourcing network and sharpening its domestic strategy as India’s frozen French fries exports cross 135,877 tonnes in FY24 and the company contributed a significant share worth Rs 1,478.73...
Markets wilt under selling pressure; Sensex drops 345 points on weakness in IT stocks
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 10, 2025
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty buckled under selling pressure on Thursday due to weakness in IT and telecom stocks as investors turned cautious ahead of the start of earnings season, with tech major TCS scheduled to announce its Q1 numbers...
N4G to lead shea industry boom under 24-hour economy
Business and Financial Times
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July 11, 2025
….unveils industrial model blueprint By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Nuts for Growth (N4G) has unveiled a viable, sustainable, and inclusive industrial model blueprint for the Ghana’s shea industry – seizing the opportunity for increased productivity...
Agriculture: Farm to market — who really wins?
Dawn
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July 8, 2025
Pakistan’s fruit and vegetable marketing system — regulated by the provincial governments — has evolved in a way that disadvantages both farmers and consumers. While farmers receive unfairly low returns for their produce, consumers pay excessively...
Seventh edition of agricultural seminar ‘Uzhave Thalai’ in Coimbatore on July 13
The Hindu
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July 11, 2025
The seventh edition of ‘Uzhave Thalai’, an annual agricultural seminar organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Coimbatore, will be held at the Codissia Trade Fair Complex on July 13, Sunday. The one-day seminar from 9.15...
24-Hour Economy risks “repackaged dependency” without stronger agricultural and industrial foundations – IMANI
Joy FM
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July 11, 2025
Policy think tank, IMANI Africa, has described Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy initiative as a bold but vulnerable vision that could fall short without a solid foundation in agriculture and domestic production. In its latest report titled “Criticality...
Trade Minister inaugurates new GIPC board, tasks it to bolster investment drive
Joy FM
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July 10, 2025
Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has inaugurated a new 10-member Governing Board of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), charging it to enhance Ghana’s competitiveness as a prime destination for...
Trump Says He’ll Hike Existing Canada Tariffs, Slams Dairy Market Access
Successful Farming
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President Donald Trump said Thursday evening that Canada will face higher duties for some products beginning next month due to the Canadian government’s decision to retaliate against U.S. duties applied earlier this year. He also took the...
Forestry Association endorses Jack Williams for agriculture commissioner
Alabama Political Reporter
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July 11, 2025
The Alabama Forestry Association (AFA) has announced its endorsement of State Senator Jack Williams for Alabama’s next commissioner of agriculture and industries, citing his consistent support for the forest industry and rural communities....
New legislative caucus hopes to tap into Oregon’s trade potential
Oregon Capital Chronicle
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July 11, 2025
Two Oregon lawmakers have launched a bipartisan caucus to promote trade, business development and international economic policy. Reps. Daniel Nguyễn, D-Lake Oswego, and Shelly Boshart Davis, R-Albany, announced the creation of the new Trade...
Wisconsin Students Win State Agriculture Essay Contest
Wisconsin Ag Connection
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July 11, 2025
Friday, July 11, 2025 By Blake Jackson Annabelle Winkers, a fourth-grade student from Fennimore, and Adalyn Howe, a fifth-grade student from Lodi, have been named state winners in the Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom annual essay contest....
Beyond Staples: India’s Export Future Lies in High-Value Agri Products
Krishi Jagran
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July 10, 2025
By adopting the strategies outlined in the APEDA-ICRIER study, India can shift from being a staple-focused exporter to a global leader in high-value agri-exports. (AI Generated Representational Image) For decades, India’s agricultural exports have...
Malawi’s soaring trade deficit raises red flags for the economy
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
Malawi’s trade deficit has widened by a staggering 28 percent, reaching an alarming MK2 trillion, according to the latest figures released by the Reserve Bank of Malawi. This sharp increase is largely attributed to a surge in imports, which grew...
Africa’s time is now: Smart farming and trade hold the key
Food For Mzansi
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July 11, 2025
In the midst of geopolitical tensions, Africa has been called to rise and unlock its full potential. That is the key to growth and development, and reduced dependency on other continents, making Africa a better place to live. Speaking at the...
25 Crore Soil Health Cards Distributed, Rs 4 Lakh Crore Agri Exports Achieved: Piyush Goyal
Krishi Jagran
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July 10, 2025
Highlighting the impact of the PM-KISAN scheme, the minister said a large number of farmer families have benefitted from the direct income support programme. (Photo Source: @PiyushGoyal/X) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on July...
Brazil Bulls Hold Firm as Trump Drags Country Into His Trade War
Financial Post
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July 11, 2025
While the US is Brazil’s second-largest trading partner, exports to the world’s largest economy account for just 2% of GDP. Commodities including crude oil, iron, coffee and meat make up the bulk of the sales. And the country plans to intensify...
Agri-economist suggests evolving a policy to determine extent of land required for different industries
The Hindu
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July 9, 2025
Noted Agri-economist T.N. Prakash Kammaradi, during an interaction with The Hindu, in Bengaluru on July 09, 2025. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR Prakash Kammaradi suggests that prestigious institutions like IIM-B and ISEC should be involved in...
Why Did Stock Market Fall Today? Know Key Factors Behind Sensex, Nifty Decline On July 11
News18
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July 11, 2025
Last Updated:July 11, 2025, 15:41 IST The BSE Sensex traded lower by 689.81 points or 0.83% to close at 82,500.47, while the NSE Nifty fell by 205.40 points or 0.81% to settle at 25,149.85. The Indian stock market is down by nearly 0.8% on...
Markets Rally Ahead Despite Potential Complications
myMotherLode - California
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025 11:55 PM EDT Image Source: Unsplash Markets climbed again today — off session highs early, but recovering from a late-morning trough across all major indexes. This means we’re seeing strength in more than just the AI/tech...