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A major milestone has been achieved in the fight against climate change as Farmland LP and Carbon Friendly have submitted the first regenerative farming carbon credits produced in the United States to Verra for issuance under the VM0042 methodology. The carbon credits, which represent one of the highest integrity pathways
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Research conducted by the Instituto Nacional de Innovacion Agraria (INIA) has identified the crucial factors determining the sustainability of cattle farming systems. The study applied a three-dimensional analytical framework to 16 key indicators, collecting data from 120 farmers and analyzing it using various statistical methods. The findings suggest that strategic
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The recent discussions on agricultural insurance underscored the importance of innovative solutions in protecting farmers against climate-related risks, market volatility, and pest infestations. Participants in the forum received comprehensive presentations on agricultural insurance at various levels, including sessions on value-chain agriculture, crop risk management, and emerging products such as parametric
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Proposed plans for a 32-hectare solar farm on farmland in Cuerdley, Warrington, have been rejected by the local council due to concerns about the impact on the green belt. The application, submitted by Renewable Connections Developments Ltd, aimed to construct and operate a ground-mounted solar farm with associated infrastructure on
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Researchers at the Research Institute for Organic Agriculture (FiBL) have conducted an experiment to investigate the effects of tyre wear particles (TP) on plant-soil systems. The study found that TP can impact the microbial basis of the soil food web and specific processes related to soil nutrient and energy flow,
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Scientists at Anhui Agricultural University in Hefei, People's Republic of China, have discovered that the extensive use of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers in agriculture is causing serious pollution problems globally. Their research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, highlights the need to reduce fertilizer levels and combine organic
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Investigators at Shanxi Agricultural University have conducted a field experiment in North China to explore the effects of a mixture of slow/controlled-release nitrogen fertilizer (SCRNF) and urea on grain yield, yield components, main agronomic traits, nitrogen partial factor productivity, and content of nitrate/ammonium nitrogen in soil in maize
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Research has been conducted on the negative effects of chronic exposure to pesticides and air pollution on the neurobehavioral performance of farmers in rural Thailand. A study published in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology details the findings of a study conducted in Northern Thailand, where farmers are
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Research conducted on organic vegetable farms in British Columbia, Canada, has shed light on the key factors that drive diversification and job quality in this sector. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Victoria, found that small-scale and ecologically motivated farmers were most strongly associated with diversification practices,
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Current research from the Amazon coast has revealed the existence of diverse phytophysiognomies and social wasp assemblages. The study, conducted along the eastern coast of Marajó Island, Pará, Brazil, highlighted the importance of mangroves and seasonally flooded forests in shaping the structure of social wasp assemblages. The research, funded by
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Research by the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CIMMYT) in Kathmandu, Nepal, has shown that Soil Health Cards (SHCs) can significantly improve crop yields when combined with agricultural extension training. The study focused on the impact of SHCs on fertilizer application and their subsequent influence on rice yields. While
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Researchers at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research have detailed the importance of seeds in agricultural growth, stating that "seed constitutes a fundamental component of agricultural growth and plays a crucial role in ensuring the prosperity of the farming sector." The Indian Council of Agricultural Research notes that
