New programme aims to strengthen textile production clusters, expand exports and revive the global standing of Egyptian cotton Egypt has launched a major initiative to strengthen its cotton industry by supporting small and medium-sized enterprises operating across the country’s textile and cotton production chain, as Cairo seeks to expand exports and reinforce the international reputation of Egyptian cotton products. According to  Daily News Egypt, a partner of TV BRICS, the new “Egyptian Cotton Festival” initiative was launched by the Micro,…

Increased electricity allocation strengthens irrigation capacity and advances national food security goals Zimbabwe has increased electricity allocation for winter wheat production to 155 megawatts this season, marking an 8 per cent rise compared to the previous year. The move forms part of a broader strategy to achieve a record harvest of 662,000 tonnes and reinforce long-term food self-sufficiency, reports The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. The government is targeting 125,000 hectares of winter wheat in 2026, building on last…

Authorities aim to increase average yields from 3–8 to 15–30 litres of milk per cow per day The Federal Government of Brazil has announced the launch of a large-scale programme to support family milk producers, allocating approximately US$90 million in concessional lending, as reported by Agência Brasil. According to government estimates, more than 40,000 family farming households will gain access to financing. The funds can be used to purchase high-yield livestock and biomaterials, as well as to pay for artificial…

Government forecasts robust harvests and expanded reserves to support national supply stability Zimbabwe is set to reinforce its food security position, with projections indicating a significant surplus in the Strategic Grain Reserve following a productive agricultural season, as reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services Zhemu Soda stated that total cereal production is expected to reach 2,739,712 metric tonnes, rising to 2,876,614 metric tonnes when reserves are included. The report highlights…

Government outlines integrated approach to boost production, sustainability, and rural development Egypt is intensifying efforts to strengthen food security through a comprehensive agricultural strategy, according to Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk. The strategy is built on several pillars, including horizontal expansion of cultivated land, vertical improvements through enhanced crop varieties, and the development of livestock, poultry and fisheries. It also prioritises strengthening agricultural exports and advancing digital transformation in farming through modern advisory systems and data-driven platforms,…

Talks focus on manufacturing localisation, mechanisation and high-tech sectors Russia and Ethiopia have taken steps to deepen bilateral economic cooperation following a series of high-level meetings during an official visit by Russia’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Aleksey Gruzdev to Ethiopia, reports the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation. The central talks took place with Ethiopia’s Minister of Industry, Melaku Alebel, where both sides discussed expanding cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including agricultural and…

Hyperspectral imaging breakthrough paves the way for satellite and drone-based early warning systems Researchers from the Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, in collaboration with specialists from the All-Russian Institute of Plant Protection, have developed an innovative methodology for detecting agricultural plant diseases at an early, asymptomatic stage. The approach is based on hyperspectral imaging data processed using artificial intelligence, enabling the identification of physiological changes in crops before visible signs of infection emerge. The technology could underpin the…

The Government of Gujarat is expanding the use of artificial intelligence in public administration as part of its smart governance strategy. A new pilot project is being prepared in Ahmedabad to tackle the long-standing problem of stray cattle in urban areas. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative follows the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence in Gandhinagar and is aimed at improving the identification of stray cows and their owners while reducing…

The first shipment of fresh fruit from South Africa in 2026 was delivered to the port of St. Petersburg. The cargo included approximately 1,800 tonnes of table grapes from the new harvest, supplied to the Russian market as part of regular seasonal imports to meet winter consumer demand. This is reported by Russia-RSA Business Council. Experts believe that fresh fruit from South Africa remains in high demand on the Russian market due to its quality, nutritional value and stable supply…

The Brazilian National Agency for Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has issued a permit to launch the country’s first wheat-based ethanol plant. The plant is located in the municipality of Santiago, Rio Grande do Sul state. This is reported by Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS. During the initial phase, the plant will be capable of processing around 100 tonnes of wheat per day, with projected annual production reaching up to 12 million litres of hydrated ethanol. Construction…