The Khunti administration is calling on village heads to report instances of poppy cultivation in their regions to combat drug smuggling and protect local farming. Failure to report may result in ...

But this first all-women’s visit to Doi Inthanon is about more than just agriculture. It was designed to give these farmers ...

A spate of overdoses linked to the synthetic drug 'spice' have left multiple prisoners hospitalised over recent weeks. Three people overdosed on Sunday evening in the Midlands Prison. Two of these ...

On 15 March, the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan organized an online side event on the margins of the 65th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs to present the “Review of the Situation ...

On the contrary, Vermont opium is condemned as being merely an extract of poppy leaves and stalks, with a little true opium juice, very variable in composition, and wholly unfit to replace the ...

Agricultural plans are a critical part of the Taliban’s efforts to win the support of regional powers, diversify revenue ...

'illegal' cultivation of opium poppy Essential for producing 'heroin' Poppy harbours for the return of The dreaded 'number 4'.

Australia has reported a jump in synthetic drug-related overdoses, causing rising demand for overdose medication. So what are ...

OCHA said the risks of the coming winter are high, and millions of Afghans need proper shelter and winter clothing ...

Saudi's foreign minister stressed that economic stability and development is possible in an environment that has political ...

Annuals are ideal for growing in summer containers and filling gaps in borders ... Height 90cm (3ft) and spacing 20-30cm (8in-1ft). Papaver somniferum (opium poppy): Single or double flowers in shades ...