The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-08-13
Sustainable Harvest International: Empowering Family Farmers
“Just...being able to plant, produce, and consume products organically is a great achievement since we improve the health of our family.' Read more
2024-08-12
European Green Deal faces bumpy ride
For the EU to reach its climate goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045, the 27-nation bloc will need to invest billions every year. But funding to help soften the impact of the green transition is... Read more
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2024-08-12
Identifying Key Entry Points for Food System Change
Researchers show how global food system trends are impacting nutrition security in low and middle-income countries. Read more
2024-08-11
Scottish farmers cultivating algae to tackle climate crisis
On the Isle of Skye in Scotland, farmers are transforming algae from a mere food item on some menus into a treasure that supports both climate sustainability and business opportunities. Read more
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2024-08-10
Rye the Right Crop for “Nabbing” Nitrates, Capturing Carbon and Generating Bioenergy
Winter rye is prized for its versatility. It is a source of grain and also a forage and ground cover that protects the soil from erosion by wind and rain. But the benefits of winter rye don’t stop... Read more
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2024-08-09
Cookbooks Helping Eaters Cut Food Waste at Home
Cutting food waste can help us be 'mindful of the food that’s on our plates and honor all of the energy and time put into it,” says chef Haile Thomas. Read more
2024-08-06
New crops – food production and climate change
In many places, the weather is turning drier, hotter and more unpredictable, impacting which crop plants flourish. So what will we grow in the future? In Germany, agricultural scientists are... Read more
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2024-08-06
Sweetwater Farms: Cultivating Knowledge in Houston
Sweetwater Farms HTX is cultivating a vibrant community in Houston through agriculture, outreach, and education. Read more
2024-08-05
ARS Scientists Discover Strategically Applied Livestock Grazing Can Benefit Sagebrush Communities
While a cow grazing in a field isn’t typically remarkable, United States Department of Agriculture scientists have identified potential ecological benefits of strategically applied livestock grazing... Read more
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2024-08-05
CUFI: Urban Farming Revolution in Chennai
Explore CUFI's impact in Chennai: rooftop gardens, community health benefits, and empowerment through sustainable urban farming initiatives. Read more
2024-08-03
U.S. Department of Agriculture Holds a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Opening of a New Laboratory Building in Texas
The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS),
Grassland, Soil, and Water Research Laboratory, today held a dedication and ribbon cutting for the opening of a newly renovated laboratory building... Read more
2024-08-02
USDA Research Center in Stuttgart Commemorates 25 Years of Contributions to the Rice Industry
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s
Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC) held an open house today to commemorate 25 years of research accomplishments and scientific... Read more
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