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Pest Management and Rice Production

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:Pesticides and rice production | beta.irri.org

Integrated pest management is the key to producing good crop using relatively less amount of pests.

Sequencing of Palm Oil Genomes

November 12, 2009

Analysis of:MPOB And Orion Complete Sequencing Of Three Oil Palm Genomes | www.bernama.com

The world demand for palm oil has soared in the last two decades, first for its use in food, consumer products and more recently as the raw material for the production of biofuel.

Qatar Looks For Urea Export To South America

November 8, 2009

Analysis of:Qatar fertiliser firm ups output, eyes South America | www.arabianbusiness.com

Global fertilizer demand is on the move and Qatar being a major urea producer is looking to explore new markets.

BPC To Export Potash to China

November 7, 2009

Analysis of:UPDATE 1- BPC To Resume China Potash Exports | www.futurespros.com

China is the largest consumer of potash and has to import most of it from different countries. BPC is negotiating with China to export potsh.

China and Potash

November 6, 2009

Analysis of:China In Race To Corner Canada’s Potash? | www.potashinvestingnews.com

Potash remains one of the most vital crop inputs. Major importers of potash like china are always looking for strong negotiations. Also countries such as China desperate to feed its growing population, could the Chinese market bolster demand and put a bottom on prices that have fallen from US$ 1,000 a tonne last year to about US$ 500 a tonne this fall.

Pakistan's Cotton Industry Flourishing

November 5, 2009

Analysis of:Pakistan expects record cotton output | www.commodityonline.com

Pakistan is amongst the leading cotton producers. Currently it is fifth largest producer of cotton in the world. This season Pakistan is expecting a very strong cotton harvest which will improve its exports.

High Time To Tackle Ug99 Wheat Rust

October 31, 2009

Analysis of:Fighting Ug99 and other wheat rusts | www.scientistlive.com

Scientists globally are working really hard to find some genetic solution to the devastating Ug99 wheat rust which most people think is on its way to enter Asia.

Two Fertilizer Plants Soon to Become Operational in Pakistan

October 26, 2009

Analysis of:2 fertilizer plants to become operational after November | www.nation.com.pk

Two plants of Fertilizer production will soon become operational in pakistan which will put Pakistan in a much better position as far as fertilizer production is concerned.

Pakistan Can Export Rice To Mexico Once Again

October 26, 2009

Analysis of:Mexico to lift ban on Irri rice imports | www.dawn.com

Few Years back Mexico banned import of Pakistani rice but recently after meetings with quarentine authorities, Mexico has decided to lift ban on Pakistani rice imports.

Mexico To Start Growing GM Corn

October 25, 2009

Analysis of:Mexico issues first permits to grow GM corn | www.reuters.com

Mexico is famous for its Corn and wheat research center by the name of CIMMYT.Mexico is amongst the leading countries to produce white corn. Recently Mexico scientists and farmers have got the signal to grow GM maize which means the production and quality will definitely improve.

Can GM Crops Lead The Second Green Revolution?

October 17, 2009

Analysis of:GM Foods: The Inevitable Revolution? | knowledge.allianz.com

Current trends suggest that we need a second "Green Revolution" to feed the growing population on the land currently available for cultivation.Predictions suggest that by 2050, current crop yields must double in order to keep pace with the increasing world population. But with little uncultivated prime arable land remaining, yields must increase still further on land already used for food production.

Time to Take Bold Steps in Agriculture

October 11, 2009

Analysis of:Climate change 'will leave 25 million more children hungry' | www.scidev.net

It is high time for leading agricultural bodies to come up with strong and bold decisions. World population is increasing like a snow ball and the crops production has to be increased to feed the world population.

India to Export Bt Cotton Seed to Pakistan

October 11, 2009

Analysis of:India, Pakistan sow seeds of cooperation | www.hindustantimes.com

India and Pakistan have entered a new era in Agriculture and this might be the opening they wanted to have strong cooperation in the field of Agriculture. India, a huge cotton producer and exporter will soon export Bt Cotton seed to Pakistan.

Potash Demand To Rebound Strongly

October 7, 2009

Analysis of:Potash producers forecast rebound | www.thestarphoenix.com

Globally Farmers reduced crop nutrient applications in their most recent growing season, drawing down the nutrient levels banked in their soils. But now hopefully farmers will increase application rates in response to high 2010 new crop prices and the need to replenish the large amount of nutrients withdrawn by the record crop this year. This will definitely increase the Potash demand.

GM Crops Essential for Production Boost

October 3, 2009

Analysis of:GM will be widespread by 2050 – FAO | www.farmersguardian.com

World Population is increasing at a steady pace and leading agricultural bodies are emphasizing on the need to boost the agricultural crops production in order to feed the population.GM crops have always remained controversial but now it seems that the world is recognizing the importance of GM crops for sustained agricultural production.

Canadian Potash Production Set to Increase in 2010

September 25, 2009

Analysis of:POTASH-Canadian production seen back to normal in 2010 | www.reuters.com

Potash remains one of the most vital plant/crop nutrient. Over the years Potash supply and demand has been varying depending on market situations. But the good thing is that in 2010, potash demand would most likely increase.

Fertilizer Demand Most Likely To Bounce Back in 2010

September 16, 2009

Analysis of:Fertilizer demand should bounce back in 2010 | www.agropages.com

Over the years fertilizers have remained the most unpredictable of the crop inputs. Farmers in many countries are getting very good spot prices for their chief and staple crops which convinces the farmers to apply good amount of fertilizers to their crops.According to a strong anticipation, 187 million tonnes of fertilizer consumption is expected by the end of 2013-14.

Fertilizer Demand Most Likely To Be Increased By 2010.

September 16, 2009

Analysis of:Fertilizer demand should bounce back in 2010 | www.agropages.com

Over the past few years, fertilizers have remained the most unpredictable crop inputs. Hopefully, with the ever increasing demand of food, feed and fuel, fertilizer demand and consumption will increase significantly by the next year.

Syngenta and IRRI Collaborate For a Cause

September 15, 2009

Analysis of:Syngenta and IRRI collaborate to benefit Asia’s rice farmers | beta.irri.org

Over the years we have seen different multinationals coming together at a platform and collaborating in order to help farmers. Recently Syngenta and IRRI signed an MOU according to which both will collaborate on rice research.

Pakistan Aims Biofuel Through Jatropha

September 11, 2009

Analysis of:Pakistan follows India by jumping on the jatropha biofuel train | cleantech.com

Jatropha stands out as a major Biodiesel source. Different countries have started realizing its potential applications in the field of biofuels and biodiesel production. Pakistan is on its way to collaborate with South Korea on Jatropha plantation and extraction plants.

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