Latest news and stories about agriculture in environment in Portugal for expats and residents.
Ana Duarte of F. Rego suggests that establishing a catastrophe fund is essential to address the current challenges in the agricultural insurance market.
A study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) indicates that by 2100, between one third and 50% of land currently suitable for grazing will lose its capacity due to rising temperatures, highlighting significant implications for agriculture and environmental sustainability.
The 'FIND-IT' technology allowed for the identification of plants whose variant of a zinc sensor, in that gene, enables the induction of greater absorption and accumulation of this nutrient.
Portugal is set to spearhead international discussions aimed at shaping the future of the worldwide olive oil industry.
Statements from the key figures in the debate held this morning at the National Agriculture Fair, promoted by Floene, with Expresso as media partner.
The President of the Republic congratulated the farmers for their courage, recalling the storms that affected the central region.
A training session that will be open to the community, at least for those with a ticket. Additionally, the fire in the municipality of Aljustrel, in Beja, has now entered the mop-up phase.
In Santarém, the head of state was received by the president of the Portuguese Farmers' Confederation, who highlighted a 'particularly difficult' year that farmers are experiencing due to the storms.
The small fruit industry in Portugal has seen significant growth, reaching over one billion euros in revenue and tripling its production volume over the last decade.
Farmers affected by the storms that hit the country at the beginning of the year will have access to 30 million euros in support, following a request to Brussels to activate the agricultural reserve, it was announced.
The war in the Middle East is preventing 25% to 30% of global fertilizers from reaching agricultural fields. For now, there is no shortage as this was a good harvest year, but the next campaign may be affected.
Even so, José Manuel Fernandes guaranteed that a lot of aid is underway.
Livestock producers warn of a drastic reduction in Garrano horses and weekly predator attacks, after the Minister of Environment guaranteed increased protection for the Iberian wolf.
LiveNet has introduced a new national network in Portugal aimed at enhancing technical support and fostering innovation and sustainability within the livestock sector.
The Confederation of Farmers of Portugal accused the Government of moving forward with the Plan without prior discussion of the measures and called for an extraordinary meeting of the monitoring committee.
The B-Rural Summit discusses the future of the agricultural and forestry sectors within Portugal.
Portugal possesses the ideal environment and resources to become a leader in the field of regenerative farming practices.
Portugal possesses the ideal environment and resources to become a leader in the field of regenerative farming practices.
The estate is gaining recognition for its commitment to sustainable olive oil production in the Beja region.
Portugal has reached the position of the second-largest producer of almonds within the European market.
Adverse weather conditions and rural fires, which caused considerable losses in bee populations, led to a significant drop in honey production in Castelo Branco in 2025.
The Portugal Nuts Congress highlights the country's established position as a world leader in the production of dried fruits and nuts.
Working the land with respect and contributing to a more sustainable future is what Nestlé has been doing with the help of Portuguese farmers and regenerative agriculture.
Portugal has established itself as a world leader in the cultivation and production of nuts and dried fruits.
