The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has issued a warning to farmers for an anticipated drought and the potential impact on paddy rice production
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CABI launches Crop Sprayer App to help prevent pesticide overuse

A smallholder farmer treats his crop to protect it from being devastated by crop pests (Image source: CABI)
CABI has launched the Crop Sprayer App – the latest tool in the PlantwisePlus Toolkit – aimed at helping smallholder farmers calculate how much pesticide to use when treating their crops and protecting them from pests and diseases
UNMISS peacekeepers from China share sustainable farming tips with local authorities

Ongoing conflict in bordering Sudan has cut off imports into Western Bahr El Ghazal, raising concerns about food security. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Authorities in Wau join peacekeepers from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in marking World Environment Day
Philippines receives support for agriculture and water management amidst El Niño

The partnership will aim to address the issue of water scarcity in the Philippines. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The Israeli government has offered the Philippines support in the areas of agriculture and water management as the country braces for the impact of El Niño, which may last until early next year, according to the Philippine presidential office (Malacañang)
Thailand seeks best home-grown coffee beans for contest

The top five coffees in each category will be showcased at an exhibition in Moscow and Berlin. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Thailand’s agriculture department is on the hunt for the best home-grown coffee beans with a contest which provides Thai farmers a platform to present their best coffee beans