Agricultural industry
In a move to upgrade the agricultural knowledge and skills of local farmers, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Reasi, under the aegis of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J), organized a comprehensive training programme on organic farming, natural farming, and sustainable agriculture at Kans Brahmna village in
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Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has completed a drought-resistant agricultural practices project in Wajir County, Kenya, establishing a model farm to demonstrate sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural techniques. The project was implemented in collaboration with the Wajir County Government and included the construction of a solar-powered shallow water well, a
Agricultural industry
Researchers at Sikkim Center, in partnership with the Department of Science & Technology (India) and the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA), have published a new report on the efficient use of nutrients in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study emphasizes the importance of nutrient use in tackling
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Research conducted by the Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences has revealed that the carbon emissions from Beijing's planting industry have shown a downward trend since 2000. The study, which used the carbon emissions factor method to analyze the inter-annual variation characteristics of carbon emissions and carbon
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The Madhesh Province in Nepal has been declared a crisis-ridden zone due to a severe drought that has disrupted daily life and led to a significant shortage of water for both drinking and agricultural purposes. However, recent light to moderate rainfall across the country has brought much-needed relief to farmers,
Agricultural industry
A collaborative partnership between the California Department of Water Resources (DWR), groundwater sustainability agencies, and California farmers has protected thousands of community wells, furthered groundwater recharge efforts, and protected critical water infrastructure from subsidence, while keeping farms operational and sustainable. The LandFlex Program, launched in 2022, has made significant strides
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The UK government's plans to introduce a 20% inheritance tax rate on agricultural land and businesses worth more than £1m have sparked intense opposition from farmers and rural organizations. The reforms, announced in the 2024 Budget by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, will come into effect next April and will
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Digital agriculture has rapidly developed in many countries in the last decade, with significant contributions to the total volume of gross production. The National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine has conducted research on the importance of digital agroecosystems, including electronic payment technologies and blockchain technologies, in contributing
Agricultural industry
Researchers at the University of Tennessee have investigated the potential of various organic grain farming strategies to promote agricultural sustainability. The study, conducted with financial support from the USDA NIFA Organic Transitions Program, examined the impact of four different organic grain cropping systems on cover crop biomass, grain yield, and
Agricultural industry
In celebration of International Day of Family Farming, the Secretariat of Family Farming (SAF) in Piaui highlights its efforts in strengthening the sector through agricultural mechanization, cooperative organizations, and family farming associations. By investing over R$700 million in programs such as the Sustainable and Inclusive Piaui Program (PSI) and
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The Brazilian state government of Rio Grande do Sul, through the Secretariat of Rural Development (SDR), has concluded a series of signings for the 100% Corn Program, aligning the initiative with International Family Farming Day. The program aims to promote corn and sorghum cultivation in the state, providing seeds for
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A record number of farms have closed this year due to the tax raid led by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, making it difficult for thousands of rural businesses to survive. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that 6,365 agriculture, forestry, and fishing businesses closed over the past year, the
