Climate change
The UN's designated day to combat desertification and drought, marked on June 17 every year, shines a light on the devastating effects of land degradation and water scarcity in the Middle East. Despite the region's rich history and natural resources, decades of unsustainable land and water
Climate change
Climate change has brought unprecedented devastation to Nigeria's agricultural sector, leading to record food prices and widespread hunger. In the north, where farmers account for almost 70 percent of the country's food production, deteriorating conditions have forced many to migrate to the south in search of
Climate change
As the world marks World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought on June 17, the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) in Saudi Arabia emphasizes the importance of restoring degraded land to enhance food and water security and contribute to global efforts to mitigate climate change.
Farmers
Kien Giang, a coastal province in the Mekong Delta, has witnessed significant improvements in farmers' incomes due to the implementation of climate-adaptive farming models. The province has been heavily affected by climate change, drought, and saline intrusion, but farmers have adapted by shifting to more resilient crops such as
Farmers
As drought conditions continue to afflict Kangaroo Island farmers, a crucial shipment of hay has arrived, providing a vital lifeline for livestock and a much-needed morale boost for the island's producers. Organized by charity Rural Aid, with funding from the state government's Drought Donated Fodder Transport
Farmers
Victorian farmers are expressing disappointment and frustration with the state government's current drought support packages, citing the complexity and limited effectiveness of the current infrastructure grants. As the drought continues to affect the western district, farmers are calling for a more comprehensive and practical support system. The Nationals
Climate change
Senator Sherry Rehman has sounded the alarm on Pakistan's critical situation, warning that the country is on the brink of a compounding climate emergency marked by desertification, drought, and declining water security. Pakistan is losing fertile land at an alarming rate, threatening food security, livelihoods, and rural economies.
Farmers
The Need for Feed charity, set to deliver a vital lifeline to drought-stricken farmers in the south-west of Australia, has been working tirelessly for almost two decades. Established in 2006, the organization has been providing crucial support to primary producers affected by natural disasters, with over $45 million worth of
Climate change
The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) has launched a water conservation initiative, dubbed 'Water-Mining for Community', which aims to create shared value through sustainable water management. This collaborative effort, led by Dr Chana Poomee, chairman of TCMA, focuses on reusing disused mines as reservoirs and community ponds to
Food supply
Research from Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University of Khuzestan in Mollasani, Iran, has shed light on the devastating impact of drought on food security, particularly in developing countries. The study notes that food insecurity has escalated globally in recent years, driven by increasing droughts and their far-reaching consequences on
Climate change
Southern Water has published a new long-term strategy aimed at addressing the growing demand for water in the South East, driven by climate change, population growth, and planned reductions in abstractions. The company's Final Draft Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP24) outlines how it intends to deliver reliable water
Climate change
A new report from researchers at Hebei GEO University reveals a concerning trend of soil drought in Hebei Province, China. The study, spanning from 2001 to 2020, has identified a pattern of "first intensifying and then easing" soil drought, with significant spatial agglomeration characteristics. The research suggests that
