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Since then, he has authored more than 250 publications, including papers in scientific journals as well as important industry reports, which have directly influenced on-farm practice and led to improvements in farm productivity and ...
Through tailored microbial formulations or optimized farming practices, beneficial microbes are encouraged to inhibit the growth of pathogenic fungi naturally. ...
The Middle East, covering almost 7.3 million km2 and with an estimated population of more than 500 million, is one of the world’s key regions. Yet it is also fraught with challenges. On top of the armed conflicts in some areas which are impacting the World Bank’s growth forecasts, there is also a rise in temperatures triggered by climate change which, in the last decade alone, has ...
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Agriculture is the backbone of Nepal’s economy, employing 67% of the population and contributing to the nation’s livelihoods. Traditionally male-led, the sector is now seeing an increasing number of women taking charge: the percentage of women-headed households in agriculture increased from 19% to 32% in the last decade, which is attributed to the migration of male household ...
Agriculture in Sri Lanka is undergoing a transformative journey amidst numerous challenges, including the impacts of COVID-19, a controversial fertilizer ban, the struggles faced by smallholder farmers and increasing climate extremes such as floods and droughts. In response to these pressing issues, Sri Lanka’s Department of Agrarian Development (DAD), in collaboration with the ...
Climate change, dwindling natural resources, and rising input costs are driving the need for more sustainable farming practices. Amid these challenges, seaweed biostimulants are emerging as a game-changing solution. ...
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), in partnership with the World Vegetable Center and Sri Lanka’s Department of Agriculture is promoting safe and sustainable vegetable cultivation in Sri Lanka through a package of good agronomic practices using farmer participatory trials. IWMI’s research under the CGIAR Initiative on Fruit and Vegetables for Sustainable Healthy ...
Due to climate change, regions across Asia and Africa are experiencing higher frequencies of floods and drought. Coupled with rising temperatures, traditional crop-growing patterns have been altered, delayed, and disrupted. A subsequent decline in crop quality and quantity has shown macro-scale impacts on agriculture, vegetable markets, and local community ...
From the dawn of civilization, most agricultural practices have hinged on a few simple ingredients – seed, soil, water and sunlight. ...
ByAquasend
As emerging technologies and advances in animal nutrition bring more precision to livestock production, AgroCares and Trouw Nutrition, Nutreco’s livestock feed business, are pleased to announce the renewal of their NutriOpt On-site Adviser agreement. Launched in 2018 and subsequently enhanced with species-specific knowledge, NutriOpt On-site Adviser is an easy-to-use mobile resource that ...
As one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world, wine has certainly enjoyed a rich and illustrious history over the centuries, with its origins dating back thousands of years to 6000 BCE and Mesopotamia (now Iraq and Iran), where the very first vineyards were established and the very first wines produced. Since then, global wine consumption has gone from strength to strength, with an ...
This integration assists feed producers in addressing future demands of feed labeling, while simultaneously helping farmers accurately quantify the environmental impact of products such as eggs, meat, milk, and farmed seafood. This is an important step for full value chain transparency and helps the whole food industry, including feed producers, farmers, processors, food ...
ByBESTMIX
For generations, farmers in Dera Ismail Khan and Tank districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province have relied on traditional farming techniques passed down by their forebears. However, despite many of them struggling to make ends meet, the farmers have been reluctant to abandon these age-old methods. ...
Enriches students and alums with practical experience and engages local communities in Kalimantan, aligning with Terra Agri's commitment to regional development. ...
On the north-central plains of Sri Lanka, in the small rural village in Galenbindunuwewa, a community of maize farmers are reshaping their farming practices to respond to the growing challenges posed by climate change. ...
AGCO Corporation (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced today plans to build a state-of-the-art test farm in Casselton, North Dakota. This strategic initiative aims to develop innovative farming practices to create a truly sustainable ...
A diverse group of policymakers, farmers, entrepreneurs and thought leaders from across the continent gathered to critically discuss the complex challenges facing Africa’s agriculture sector, highlighting innovative solutions, sustainable farming practices and the importance of inclusivity and resilience in the face of evolving global ...
This article explores the significance of charcoal in agriculture, the evolving technology behind charcoal making machines, and the multifaceted impact on modern farming practices. Charcoal in Soil Enrichment Biochar as a Soil Amendment 1.Carbon Sequestration: Charcoal, in the form of biochar, plays a pivotal role in carbon sequestration. ...
“We define regenerative agriculture as increasing food production, farm incomes and resilience in a changing climate while renewing nature. ...
ByBayer AG
From crop protection products to specialized bio-stimulants, we provide a complete range of agricultural inputs that contribute to sustainable farming practices and improved crop ...