Aruba's agricultural landscape is unlike any other. While stunning scenery and a unique climate grace the island, its farmers face substantial challenges. From geographical limitations to knowledge gaps and fluctuating costs, starting and maintaining an agricultural...
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Aruba Cultivates the Future: Agrifund Launched for a Thriving Agricultural Sector
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STR Farm Boosts Aruba’s Food Security with Farmer’s Market Initiative
In a bid to enhance Aruba's food security and promote local agriculture, STR Farm has launched an innovative initiative centered around a bustling Farmer's Market. Situated in Alto Vista, the STR Agriculture Farm has become a beacon of sustainability and community...
Aruba’s Agriculture Sector Faces Uncertainties Amidst Ongoing Red Sea Tensions
The ongoing tensions in the Red Sea have been a cause of concern for the global supply chain due to recent attacks on merchant vessels that have been attributed to Houthi rebels in Yemen. These attacks have raised concerns about potential disruptions to the supply...
Vertical Farming Takes Root in Unexpected Places: Abandoned Coal Mines
While the image of agriculture typically conjures scenes of sprawling fields bathed in sunlight, a new wave of innovation is taking root in the unlikeliest of places: abandoned coal mines. Vertical farming, a practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers...
Revamping Your Home Farming with Recycled Egg Cartons
Egg cartons, often discarded after their initial use, hold immense potential for home farming enthusiasts. Recycling these humble containers opens up a world of possibilities, contributing to sustainable gardening practices. Here are some innovative ways to repurpose...
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Aruba’s Sea Turtles: A Vital Conservation Effort
Oranjestad, Aruba - Every year from March through September, Aruba’s pristine beaches become a critical haven for endangered sea turtles returning to nest. These ancient mariners, including leatherback, hawksbill, and green turtles, rely on Aruba’s sandy shores to lay...
France Reports Arrests and Heightened Security Concerns Ahead of Olympics and Elections
In a recent announcement, French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin revealed that several individuals have been apprehended under suspicion of planning terrorist attacks during the upcoming Olympic Games in France. Speaking to BFMTV, Darmanin described the current...
Election-Linked Violence Rattles France Ahead of Parliamentary Elections
As France gears up for crucial parliamentary elections this weekend, concerns about political violence have escalated following several disturbing incidents on the campaign trail. The latest episode saw Prisca Thevenot, government spokesperson and candidate for...
Tour de France Stage 8 Preview: Sprinters Eye Opportunity in Unpredictable Hilly Ride
The eighth stage of the Tour de France spans 183 kilometers, concluding in Colombey-les-Deux-Églises. What can we expect from this Saturday's ride? After two flat stages and a time trial, Saturday brings a hilly challenge to the forefront. The peloton sets off at 1:05...
Struggling to Beat the Heat: 13,000 Navajo Nation Families Without Electricity
In the foothills of the Chuska Mountains within the Navajo Nation, Katherine Benally, 74, sits by her window hoping for a cooling breeze. Her home, like those of 13,000 other families in the region, lacks access to the electrical grid. Though her family once thrived...