26-August-2023: Urban Farming Initiative, United Nations FAO, Yangshao Culture, India's Crop Area Coverage 2023, India Food Expo Roadshow

26 August 2023

• Urban Farming Initiative by CEF Group Set to Employ 5000 Gardeners

  The CEF Group has revealed a bold expansion plan for its "Urban Farming" project, aiming to promote sustainable waste management and green practices. Their goal is to transform urban areas into thriving green spaces through natural cultivation. The group plans to train 5,000 skilled gardeners to contribute to this initiative, creating jobs, promoting ecological sustainability, and benefiting communities.

• United Nations FAO Lauds University of Ibadan Agricultural Exploits

  The FAO has praised the University of Ibadan for successfully completing their initiative called "Aquaculture and Rural Communities," focused on enhancing farm diversification and nutrition outcomes in Kebbi and Ebonyi states through integrated agriculture and aquaculture systems. Dr Oluwafemi Ajayi, the FAO Project Coordinator, highlighted that the project, lasting around three years, surpassed expectations.

• Study Finds Unraveling Yangshao Culture's Economic Shifts in Central China

  Prof. Yang Yuzhang and his research team from the University of Science and Technology of China investigated changes in human subsistence strategies and agricultural practices during the Yangshao culture period (around 6400-5300 years ago) at the Changge Shigu prehistoric site. The study, published in Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, focused on the shift towards agricultural production in various Chinese civilizations during the middle and late stages of the Yangshao culture (approximately 6000-5000 years ago).

• India's Crop Area Coverage 2023: Rice, Pulses, Coarse Cereals, Sugarcane, Jute & Cotton

  In a recent agricultural report, India has witnessed significant variations in crop area coverage compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. The report highlights the area coverage under major crops including rice, pulses, coarse cereals, sugarcane, jute, and cotton. These figures provide valuable insights into the country's agricultural landscape and can have potential implications for the overall production and availability of these essential commodities.

• India Food Expo Roadshow Unveils Cutting-Edge Innovations in Food Processing Sector

  The India Food Expo Roadshow event, a groundbreaking showcase of advancements and innovations in the Food Processing Sector, took place at the Nasc Complex, Lecture Hall in PUSA Delhi on Friday, August 25, 2023. The event, which drew industry experts, delegates, and enthusiasts, provided a platform to explore new technologies, machinery, equipment, and processes while offering a glimpse into the future of India's dynamic food processing industry.