Various types of beans are widely grown across the world. (Image source: Shanlung/Flickr)
The FAO has declared 2016 as the International Year of Pulses to raise awareness on the benefits of pulses and boost global production
France will first send frozen beef to Vietnam, followed by fresh beef. (Image source: Koos Schwaneberg/sxc.hu)
Following a 15-year ban on beef from France, Vietnam has opened its doors to meat from the European nation following a meeting between French and Vietnamese officials
Specific vulnerabilities of the food production system were highlighted at the Paris climate change summit. (Image source: Jbdodane/Flickr)
The Paris Climate Change Agreement, for the first time, has recognised food security as a fundamental priority
Typhoon Lando caused heavy rains in the thick farmlands of Philippines, leading to flooded fields. (Image source: Flickr)
Typhoon Lando has caused considerable damage to Philippines’ agricultural sector, with preliminary damages projected at US$127mn
Several acres of paddy are flooded and crops have been destroyed due to the floods in Myanmar. (Image source: MiikkaSkaffari/Flickr)
Ongoing floods in Myanmar have damaged paddy fields and impacted aquaculture operations, as authorities are on a deadline to do damage control
