Japan’s rice price surge began in the summer of 2023 due to extreme weather affecting harvests, rising demand from tourists, and panic buying following recent earthquakes. Despite efforts by the Japanese government to stabilize supply by releasing rice from reserves, shortages persist, especially in urban centres.
NDTV Food
These growing fields demand specialized knowledge, and community colleges are uniquely positioned to deliver it. With their focus on accessibility and hands-on learning, these institutions can train the next generation of agricultural professionalspeople who will play a direct role in feeding a growing population and addressing climate challenges.
The Republic
Spread This NewsBy Alois Vinga THE local unit, Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG) suffered a 0,7 % inflation decline in the month of April 2025 with the greenback also depreciating slightly by 0,2%, the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (Zimstat) reported Friday.
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Often overlooked and underutilized, the banana blossomalso known as the banana flower or banana heartis gradually stepping into the spotlight for its exceptional nutritional value and health-promoting properties.
Krishi Jagran
Canadas largest Asian grocery store is opening a U.S. division in Brea with eyes on more stores for the region.
Orange County Register
Despite promising better animal welfare, most UK retailers still sell chickens bred to grow so fast they can barely walk. As Co-op members prepare to vote on change, Hannah Twiggs asks: how did we end up here and whats really stopping supermarkets from doing better?
The Independent
Billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani-led oil-to-telecom conglomerate reported a rise in consolidated net profit to 19,407 crore in the March quarter led by the digital and retail arms.
Mint
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) – Daily, many people are said to have dropped minute pieces of plastic into their bodies called microplastics. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, these microplastics can cause potential health risks including cardiovascular and digestive issues.
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Sarah Sinclair and Rafael Musas collaboration unfolds excitingly.
The New York Times
Sentiment dropped 8.4 percent from March to April and was down 32.4 percent from a year ago, according to the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers, falling to the lowest point since July 2022.
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