“How should the Mekong Institute (MI) work with Lao PDR in order to address its most pressing food safety needs?” This is the question representatives from the Mekong Institute (MI), ... [continue reading]
From The New York TimesNHAN TRACH, Vietnam — Since a devastating fish kill blighted the waters along 120 miles of coastline in central Vietnam, hundreds of people are believed to have fallen ill from eating poisoned fish. Here in the fishing village of Nhan Trach, the squid that sustain ... [continue reading]
From The GuardianThe strongest El Niño in 35 years which has seen long droughts, scorching temperatures, water shortages and flooding around the world is officially over. But the consequences of a second year of extreme weather will be seen for many more months in food shortages for nearly ... [continue reading]
There must be something in Thailand’s waters. While the recent drought has caused a huge decline in the country’s water supply, there seems to be no shortage of that supple, vigorous liquid that quenches the resilient Thai spirit. Making Rains The country is furiously, ... [continue reading]
From Myanmar TimesSeventeen mango farmers in Mandalay Region have applied for a certification that would show they are abiding by prominent safety standards.Mango farmers only became eligible for good agricultural practice (GAP) certification this year.The certificate ... [continue reading]
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