Agribusiness
Brazil's Soybean Exports on the Path to Growth
Brazil's soybean exports are set to rise in the 2021-22 season alongside a forecast record harvest, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
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Drought-Hit Wheat Production Pushes Iran to Increase Imports
Iran will import a record amount of wheat this season after drought badly damaged its harvest, Iranian industry sources say.
Islam
Five kinds of people who will have no fear in the hereafter
The Quran describes five kinds of people who will have no fear or grief in the hereafter.
Islam
A narrow mind, a narrow life
Drawing on the Quran and hadith, the article explains how Islam sees narrow-mindedness, what causes it, the harm it brings and how to be free of it.
Environment
Ranisankail farmers fly polythene flags to drive rats from their fields
On the agriculture department's advice, farmers in Thakurgaon's Ranisankail are flying polythene flags in their Aman fields to scare away rats.
World
Razia Sultana, the first Muslim woman to rule India
Razia Sultana, daughter of Iltutmish, was the first Muslim woman to rule India and the only woman ever to take the throne of Delhi.
Environment
Neglected Pabna Sugar Mill Lies Idle, Leaving Cane Growers in Trouble
The closure of Pabna Sugar Mill has left the district's sugarcane growers struggling to get their cane crushed, while the mill's idle machinery rusts.
Daily life
Foods That Reduce Mental Stress
Six foods, from eggs and sea fish to blueberries and chamomile tea, can help ease mental stress at home.
Environment
Good Aman yield in Adamdighi, but stem borer attack worries farmers
Farmers in Bogura's Adamdighi expect a bumper Aman harvest, but a widespread stem borer attack in some areas has left them struggling.
Agribusiness
Global dairy prices hit seven-year high
Global dairy prices rose 2.2 per cent at the latest auction to a seven-year high, with whole milk powder up 25 per cent on a year earlier.
Agribusiness
China's soybean imports on a downward trend
China's soybean imports fell 30 per cent year on year in September as weak crushing cut demand, customs data show.
World
Sri Lanka's cabinet approves proposal to ban cattle slaughter
Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved a proposal to ban cattle slaughter, and the law will now go to parliament for approval.
Islam
Under Muslim Law, a Mother Is Her Child's Custodian, Not Legal Guardian
Under Muslim law the father is a child's legal guardian and the mother only the custodian, and disputes after the set ages are decided by the courts on the child's welfare.
Islam
How the Prophet treated non-Muslims
Drawing on the Quran and hadith, the article sets out how the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) treated non-Muslims and what Islam says about living alongside them.
Agribusiness
Farmers' share of the rice consumer price falls from 65 to 41 per cent in two decades
Farmers now receive only 41 per cent of what consumers pay for rice, down from about 65 per cent two decades ago, a BRRI study finds.
Fisheries
Cumilla's Mahbub Builds His Dreams on Fish Scales
A fish cutter at Cumilla's Rajganj bazar has built a 12-year business collecting and drying fish scales, which are used in medicines, cosmetics, food supplements and collagen.
Fruits
How Many Apples Should You Eat a Day to Stay Healthy?
Apples boost immunity, but doctors say an adult should eat no more than two a day because of pesticide residues and other risks.
World
Ukraine set for record wheat and maize production
Ukraine expects record maize and wheat production and exports in the 2021-22 marketing season after a poor year, according to a USDA report.
Vegetables
Why you should eat cauliflower
Cauliflower, now available all year round, is good for the heart and may help prevent cancer, among other health benefits.
Daily life
Make tasty diet lemon chicken without oil
A simple recipe for diet lemon chicken cooked without oil or butter.