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Swiss Court’s Landmark Move on Syngenta Pesticide Case Offers Hope to Indian Farmers

Krishi News Editor1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

A recent decision by a Swiss civil court to assess evidence in a lawsuit against agrochemical giant Syngenta over the use of its pesticide Polo has sent a powerful message to Indian farmers: it is possible to challenge multinational corporations and seek accountability for harm caused by their products. Background: The Vidarbha Pesticide Poisoning Tragedy…

Is England Losing Its Lead in Precision Breeding?

Krishi News Editor2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

England has been a leader in precision breeding in agriculture, especially with the passing of the Precision Breeding Act. However, recent developments raise concerns that the country may be falling behind Europe. Global agribusiness Syngenta announced it will close its UK-based wheat breeding programme. This decision could hinder home-grown wheat production, as the focus shifts…