Governments, civil society and the private sector should ensure and strengthen the contributions of forests, trees and agroforestry systems to food security and nutrition
The Eurogroup notes with satisfaction that Greece has made further substantial progress in implementing the fiscal and structural reforms foreseen in the agreed policy conditionality.
On the first day of the Council meeting, as regards agriculture, ministers were briefed on the state ofplay of the trilogues on the reform of the common agricultural policy (CAP) and debated more specifically on active farmers, the young farmers'
The three conventions that govern chemicals and hazardous waste safety at the global level concluded their first ever jointly held meetings of the parties late Friday night in Geneva.
The great majority of the US corn crop looks set to be planted after the May 10 date when sowings are seen attracting a yield penalty although many commentators are sanguine over the threat.
Malting barley premiums look set to remain strong thanks to the spring plantings setbacks rendering North American brewers "nervous", and seen sparking a sharp rebound in import needs in the key German market.
The Greek bakery -fournos in Greek- is much more that a place to get the daily bread: it is a true haven of delicious treats and a meeting point at every neighbourhood and village throughout Greece.
Fortunately, 2013 is here and you can start out with a clean slate, particularly if winter snow recharges subsoil levels. Here are some questions and answers you may have regarding future growing seasons.
Efforts to end hunger and fight the effects of climate change in the Pacific Islands will hinge on the success of sustainable development, including wise use of oceans and fisheries
