News & Insights Across Asia
South African firefighters combat persistent Western Cape wildfires amid heatwave conditions, protecting vineyards and residential areas. No casualties reported as of January 12, 2026.
Xiao Han solar term brings Asia’s coldest days in 2026, impacting agriculture, culture, and travel across the region.
China’s decade-long agricultural modernization drive boosts rural incomes, integrates digital ecosystems, and positions the nation as global agri-tech leader ahead of 15th Five-Year Plan.
China outlines 2026 rural development strategy at annual conference, focusing on agricultural modernization and food security under Xi Jinping’s directives.
FAO distributes 87,400 wheat packages to Afghan farmers to combat acute hunger affecting 17.4 million people this winter.
Swedish farmer Patrick Bachstätter’s journey of sustainable agriculture and cultural integration in China, culminating in permanent residency and nationwide exploration.
U.S. announces $12B farm aid amid ongoing trade tensions with the Chinese mainland, targeting economic stability ahead of 2026 elections.
Hainan’s konjac harvest showcases agricultural innovation and economic growth, with rising global demand driving regional development in 2025.
U.S. removes tariffs on agricultural imports from four Latin American countries, aiming to lower consumer prices and strengthen regional trade ties in 2025.
Liucheng County in Guangxi showcases rural revitalization success through golden harvests and sustainable policies under China’s 14th Five-Year Plan.
US farmers express optimism following recent US-China trade talks in Malaysia, anticipating increased agricultural exports amid efforts to stabilize bilateral economic ties.
Brazilian farmers navigate US tariffs through increased domestic demand and diversifying exports, highlighting resilience in global trade shifts.
Escalating tariffs between the U.S. and China disrupt soybean trade, with American farmers facing market losses as China turns to South American suppliers.
Global food prices fell in September as sugar and dairy declines offset record meat costs, with FAO revising cereal production forecasts upward for 2025.
As U.S. soybean harvest peaks, tariffs disrupt global trade dynamics, leaving farmers with surplus crops and uncertain markets. #Agriculture #TradeWars
U.S. soybean and beef exporters face steep losses as China tariffs reshape trade flows, with Brazil and Australia gaining market share amid ongoing trade tensions.
China’s 14th Five-Year Plan drives massive water infrastructure growth, enhancing agriculture, urban life, and economic stability through record investments and tech innovation.
Xinjiang’s agricultural transformation from arid land to a global cotton leader highlights innovation and sustainable growth, reshaping its economic landscape.
Xinjiang’s Yumin County leverages safflower cultivation to drive economic transformation, combining natural advantages with industrial innovation for rural revitalization.
Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng calls for depoliticizing agriculture amid U.S.-China trade tensions, highlighting declining soybean exports and rejecting farmland restrictions.
