From Khmer TimesAgricultural production, especially in the rice sector, is becoming increasingly mechanized due to a shortage of labor caused by a sharp migration of youth to the cities and the rise in prices of commodities, said a Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) official ... [continue reading]
From The GuardianThe UK is among the partners in a scheme to bolster Myanmar’s fight against malnutrition, which slows the growth of nearly a third of children under five.Aung San Suu Kyi has launched Myanmar’s first national government initiative on nutrition in an attempt to tackle some of ... [continue reading]
From Khmer TimesLocal vegetable farmers in Cambodia are having it tough. In a laissez-faire market characterized by gluts and frequent supply shortages, coupled with cheap imports from neighboring countries, many vegetable growers complain that they are on the verge of going broke.Lamenting his ... [continue reading]
From The Myanmar TimesEfforts to improve standards in Myanmar’s mango sector are bearing fruit, with almost 30 growing gardens being awarded Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certificates. Agriculture officials are hoping that other crops can earn the GAP stamp, which they say results in ... [continue reading]
From Rice TodayThe rice sector in Southeast Asia is beset with climate-related problems, thus, concerted efforts in tackling this important issue remain vitalThe Consortium for Unfavorable Rice Environments (CURE) moves toward a stronger alliance of scientists and researchers ... [continue reading]
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