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Amazon’s freighter aircraft of the future is the Airbus A330

The aircraft of the future for Amazon Air and its top airline partner is the Airbus A330, but the Boeing 767-300 remains the workhorse of their fleets for now. The post Amazon’s freighter aircraft of the future is the Airbus A330 appeared first on FreightWaves .

Amazon’s freighter aircraft of the future is the Airbus A330

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DP Kindiki Pledges Sh1bn to Buy Local Rice Before Imports

Kindiki said the government would ensure rice farmers in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, and other rice-growing regions have their produce bought before foreign rice is allowed into the country.

  • Deputy President Kithure Kindiki pledges Sh1 billion to KNTC for local rice purchases.
  • Kindiki assures government will prioritize domestic rice supplies over imports.
  • Mwea rice farmers to have produce bought before foreign rice enters Kenya.

Maize Experts Urge Farmers to Plant Region-Specific Varieties Ahead of El Niño Rains

The experts said increased farmer sensitisation was necessary to help growers identify maize varieties that perform best in their respective regions, particularly during the short-rains season.

  • Maize experts advise planting region-specific varieties ahead of El Niño rains.
  • Proper farmer education crucial for identifying optimal maize varieties.
  • Drought-tolerant maize seed varieties available for planting.

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