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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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By the end of 2024, the project had taken important steps to help farmers integrate biogas and agrivoltaic technologies into their operations, with the goal of making agriculture more sustainable and food production more efficient. Launched in September 2023, Value4Farm is a €6.9m project funded by the European Union under its Horizon Europe Research and ...
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 ...
Operating primarily in Malaysia, the company supports sustainable agricultural practices by offering innovative products and services to farmers and agribusinesses. About Terra Drone Agri Terra Drone Agri is a subsidiary of the Terra Drone Corporation, specializing in drone services for agriculture primarily in Malaysia. The ...
Through this initiative, Terra Drone Agri, S&H Techventure, and ACM aim not only to address immediate pest control needs but to provide a scalable and sustainable solution to long-standing agricultural challenges. The collaboration underscores the growing importance of integrating technology into agriculture to safeguard productivity and ...
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. ...
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 ...
In response, innovative techniques such as hydroponic fodder systems have emerged, promising more efficient water use and sustainable agricultural practices. This article delves into the concept of hydroponic fodder systems, examining whether they truly offer a more efficient way to utilize water resources compared to conventional farming ...
This program also holds great promise for advancing environmentally sustainable precision agriculture in South Kalimantan, in line with the South Kalimantan government's vision outlined in Regulation (PERGUB) Number 13 of 2023, aimed at promoting sustainable palm oil plantations in the region. Integrating academia and Terra Agri creates a ...
Nutrient retention: Unlike traditional composting methods which may lead to nutrient loss, drying with a rotary drum preserves valuable nutrients in the resulting dried product. 4. Environmental sustainability: Properly dried chicken manure can be used as organic fertilizer, reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers and promoting sustainable ...
The groundbreaking project seeks to digitally transform and optimize the fertilizer processes in palm oil plantation management, marking a significant step towards sustainable and efficient agriculture practices. With the commencement of this contract, Terra Drone embarks on its journey into the fertilizer application industry. ...
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. They recently welcomed researchers from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and a delegation from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food ...
This is to address the pressing need to transform agriculture in Africa into a wealth-creating livelihood. Agriculture is dominated by smallholder farmers, mostly residing in rural areas, who rely on subsistence farming for a living. ...
This strategic initiative aims to develop innovative farming practices to create a truly sustainable farm, specifically focusing on precision agriculture technologies and high-value retrofit solutions. The 300-acre operation, named “Dakota Smart Farm,” will make AGCO an anchor tenant at the Grand Farm Innovation Campus, which fosters ...
Prioritizing farmers and ensuring their active participation in shaping the future of agriculture was a unifying call at the Africa Food Systems Forum (AGRF) 2023. 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, ...
However, this essential sector faces unprecedented challenges in the 21st century. Sustainable Agriculture and Its Challenges Sustainable agriculture, with its focus on environmentally friendly practices, resource conservation, and long-term viability, is the need of the hour. ...
With our expertise in biotechnology, we have revolutionized the agriculture fertilizer industry, offering innovative and sustainable products that promote healthy plant growth, increase crop yields, and enhance soil Health. As a dedicated agriculture fertilizer company, we prioritize quality, efficiency, and environmental stewardship, making us ...
The impetus behind these collaborations is two-fold: meeting corporate sustainability goals and addressing the limitations of traditional food production. ...
The farming rules for water were introduced in 2018 by the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, brought in to reduce and prevent diffuse water pollution from agricultural sources. The regulations cover the management of livestock and of soil, as well as the application and storing of fertilisers. However, it has just been revealed in a Guardian exclusive that the number of ...
Built in collaboration with Bayer's global sustainability team, the badge is awarded to farmers who score high on a sustainable farming practices survey which assigns a score to key farming practices such as no-tillage practices, reduced use of nitrogen, soil management or types of rotation crops. ...
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