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MIT researchers developed an AI tool to identify materials that could slash greenhouse gas emissions from ammonia production, the chemical that feeds the world. The breakthrough could make green fertilizer economically viable for the first time.
Nigeria is ending fertilizer imports as domestic production soars, positioning the country to become a major exporter by 2028. The shift marks a turning point for Africa's most populous nation in agricultural self-sufficiency.
A groundbreaking fertilizer plant in Paraguay just secured full funding to produce low-carbon fertilizer using green hydrogen, marking the first industrial-scale project of its kind to reach this milestone. Construction starts soon with full production by 2029.
Scientists created an AI team that automated months of research in days, discovering 13 promising new catalysts to make fertilizer production cleaner. The breakthrough could help slash the fertilizer industry's massive carbon footprint while feeding the world.
Morocco has gifted Ghana 2,000 metric tonnes of fertilizer to boost food production and strengthen agricultural independence. The donation arrives as global fertilizer prices soar and supply chains face disruption.
As global fertilizer prices spike over $100 in a month, Morocco is sending 1,000 tons of free fertilizer to help Panama's small-scale farmers keep growing food. The donation launches a new annual partnership focused on strengthening agriculture between the two nations.
Nigeria has locked in 449,000 metric tonnes of fertilizer to reach its farmers despite global supply chain chaos. The move could help feed millions as the country races to prevent a food crisis.
After resigning from her dream aviation medicine job to focus on fertility treatment, Dr. Victoria Duru became pregnant within four months and realized thousands of women faced the same impossible choice. She built Wakamedics, a mobile fertility clinic bringing care directly to patients' homes and offices.
While other entertainment companies pull back, Netflix has created more than 425,000 jobs worldwide and invested $135 billion in film and TV productions. The streaming giant's commitment comes as Hollywood faces production challenges and location battles.
Scientists are developing a breakthrough way to make fertilizer using just air, water, and clean electricity instead of fossil fuels. The innovation could protect hundreds of thousands of jobs while making food production cheaper and more reliable.
African industrialist Aliko Dangote doubled his investment in Ethiopia's fertilizer project to over $4 billion, expanding a facility that will produce 3 million metric tonnes annually and strengthen food security for millions of farmers. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomed him as a hero during a Sunday site visit to the construction project in Gode.
Potato farmers growing crops for Frito-Lay chips now have access to certified low-carbon fertilizer that cuts emissions by up to 20% without changing how they farm. The partnership between PepsiCo and CF Industries proves sustainable agriculture can work at commercial scale while keeping food affordable and farms productive.
European farmers are getting real financial relief as the EU suspends import tariffs on fertilizers and their raw materials. The move will save an estimated €60 million while reducing dependence on Russia and Belarus.
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are discovering unexpected pregnancies in their 40s, dubbed "evening stars" by doctors. New research shows PCOS may delay menopause by years and improve fertility as women age.
Popular GLP-1 obesity medications might help men struggling with fertility by increasing testosterone levels and improving sperm quality. Early research shows promise for a surprising health benefit beyond weight loss.
Zamfara State in Nigeria just delivered 72,000 bags of fertilizer and farming equipment to boost food production across all 147 communities. The massive aid package includes machines, herbicides, and motorcycles to help transform local farming from subsistence to sustainable business.
Scientists developed a menstrual pad that can measure fertility hormones without blood tests or clinic visits. The innovation could help millions of women understand their reproductive health from the comfort of home.
A wind-powered facility in western Minnesota is producing ammonia fertilizer on-site, helping farmers cut costs and reduce dependence on fragile global supply chains. The breakthrough could save the state's farmers up to $1 billion annually.
French rugby player Thibaud Flament missed a major international match to support his wife during fertility treatments, sparking an important conversation about how common these journeys are. His openness is helping break the silence around a process millions quietly navigate.
Scientists discovered that fecal transplants from older mice actually improved fertility in younger ones, upending expectations and opening new paths for understanding gut health's role in reproduction. The surprising finding could one day lead to probiotics that support ovarian health in women.
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