AGRI STORY
Global Food Prices Rise Again as Wheat, Sugar, and Oil Costs Surge
Global food prices continued their upward trend in March 2026, raising fresh concerns over affordability and food security…
Severe Drought Grips U.S., Threatens Crops and Drives Food Prices Higher
A severe and widespread drought is tightening its grip across the United States, placing immense pressure on the…
Community Seed Fairs Highlighted as Key Tool for Strengthening Local Food Security and Resilience
Researchers at the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) have underscored the growing importance of community seed…
UK Approves First Gene-Edited Barley, Marking Major Breakthrough for Precision Breeding
The United Kingdom has taken a decisive step forward in agricultural innovation with the approval of the country’s…
Nigeria’s Sesame Exporters Warn of Production Risks as Floods and Insecurity Threaten 2026 Season
Nigeria’s sesame industry is facing growing uncertainty as exporters warn that worsening insecurity in key producing regions and…
Europe’s Record Heatwave Threatens Agriculture as Crops, Livestock Face Growing Stress
Europe is grappling with an intense and prolonged heatwave that is placing enormous pressure on the agricultural sector,…















