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A new study by researchers at the University of Nairobi has revealed that climate change is significantly impacting small-scale farmers in Kenya, particularly those engaged in key agricultural enterprises such as crop cultivation, livestock farming, and fish production. The research, sponsored by the Consortium Pour La Recherche Economique En Afrique,
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A recent study from researchers at the University of Debrecen in Hungary has shed light on the potential of insect-based feed to mitigate climate change in the livestock industry. The research, published in the Insects journal, highlights the unprecedented demand for livestock production due to population growth, limited resources, and
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Open Farm Sunday, an initiative from Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF), aims to bring people closer to the land. At Swillington Organic Farm in the Yorkshire countryside, the event successfully achieved this goal by drawing crowds from across the region. Visitors were able to explore the historic walled garden, interact
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The Sultanate of Oman is on a mission to diversify its agricultural base and strengthen food security through the adoption of precision agriculture techniques and the harnessing of technology and innovation. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources, led by Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, is at the forefront
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Climate change-induced extreme heat and drought are severely impacting plant growth and development, leading to significant yield losses in crops. A recent review of research by researchers from Ain Shams University has shed light on the effects of high temperatures on pollen viability, tube length, and germination percentage, underscoring the
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Research conducted in Hetao irrigation area by Inner Mongolia Agricultural University has highlighted the critical need for sustainable agriculture practices in irrigation areas, where water resources, soil salinization, and excessive nitrogen fertilizer application pose significant challenges to agricultural development. The study emphasized the importance of finding effective soil improvement methods
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A team of researchers from Bordeaux Sciences Agro conducted a comprehensive study on the effectiveness of natural pest control services in vineyards. The research, funded by PPR VITAE and OPERA, aimed to investigate how local management and landscape context affect the mean level and temporal stability of natural pest control.
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Government warnings are being sounded over proposals to cut the budget for nature-friendly farming, which environmentalists warn would "remove all hope" of meeting targets to reverse nature's declines. The UK government's £5 billion spending over two years on sustainable farming is at risk, with
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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has called upon the state's farmers to adopt natural farming practices and reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers and pesticides. He emphasized the importance of sustainable agriculture for future generations, citing benefits to soil fertility, health, and the environment. To encourage this shift,
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Research by Agricultural Research Services reveals that the world's growing population poses significant challenges to global food security, particularly in regards to livestock products. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating pasture and livestock management to create sustainable food systems, improve nutrition and livelihoods, and address the effects
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The Irish horticultural sector is on the brink of collapse, despite the dedication and passion of its growers. According to research by University College Dublin's Institute of Food and Health, 83% of the fruits and vegetables consumed in Ireland are imported, with 29% of that figure potentially being
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A study conducted by researchers at Hasanuddin University in Indonesia has found that the COVID-19 pandemic and El Nino drought have had a significant impact on the poultry industry in the country. The research team conducted a comparative analysis of the vulnerability of poultry farms to these two events and
