Tag: Food Security
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From space science to dinner plates: Reimagining indoor farming
Why indoor farming is on the global radar Extreme weather events—from heavy rains to heat waves and droughts—are increasingly threatening crop yields around the world. In response, researchers are reimagining how we grow food indoors. The goal is simple but powerful: produce reliable, nutritious crops anywhere, year-round, while using far less land and water. This…
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From space science to dinner plates: Reimagining the future of farming indoors
Introduction: a new blueprint for growing food As extreme weather—heavy rainfall, heat waves and droughts—and a rapidly changing climate threaten global crop yields, scientists are reimagining how we grow food. An international team from the University of Adelaide, the University of Cambridge, the University of Western Australia and NASA has outlined a bold vision for…
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From Space Science to Dinner Plates: Reimagining the Future of Indoor Farming
Overview: From space experiments to dinner plates Extreme weather events—from deluges to heat waves—are increasingly threatening crop yields around the world. In response, an international collaboration involving the University of Adelaide, the University of Cambridge, the University of Western Australia and NASA has reimagined how we grow food, turning space-inspired science into practical farming solutions.…
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From Space Science to Dinner Plates: The Promise and Challenge of Controlled Environment Agriculture
Introduction: A new blueprint for feeding a warming world Extreme weather—intense rainfall, heatwaves, and droughts—poses a growing threat to crop yields around the globe. In response, an international team spanning the University of Adelaide, University of Cambridge, University of Western Australia, and NASA has reimagined how we grow food. Their collaborative work, published in Trends…
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From Space Science to Dinner Plates: Reimagining Agriculture with Controlled Environment Agriculture
Facing Extreme Weather, a New Path for Food Extreme weather, from pounding rainfall to heatwaves and prolonged droughts, is threatening crop yields around the globe. In response, an international collaboration led by the University of Adelaide, the University of Cambridge, the University of Western Australia and NASA reimagines how we grow food for the future.…
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From space science to dinner plates: Reimagining farming with controlled environment agriculture
From space science to dinner plates: a blueprint for sustainable food Extreme weather—heavy rainfall, heatwaves, and prolonged droughts—threaten crop yields across the globe. In response, an international team from the University of Adelaide, the University of Cambridge, the University of Western Australia, and NASA has reimagined how we grow food for the future. Their work,…
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Mafar-Sulu conducts fishery resources awareness campaign during FishCon Week
Campaign context and purpose The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (Mafar) – Sulu recently led a targeted fishery resources awareness campaign in Jolo, aimed at the Sama-Bajau community. Conducted on Wednesday, September 24, the outreach was part of the province’s observance of Fish Conservation (FishCon) Week. The initiative focused on promoting sustainable and…
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FishCon Week: Mafar-Sulu Leads Sama-Bajau Awareness Campaign for Sustainable Fishing
MAFAR-Sulu Holds Fishery Resources Awareness Campaign During FishCon Week The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (Mafar) – Sulu conducted a fishery resources awareness campaign in Jolo, targeting the Sama-Bajau community as part of the province’s observance of FishCon Week. The event took place during the third week of September, a period when the…
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Boosting Corn Production in the Visayas: A Call to Action
Introduction The Department of Agriculture (DA) is calling on rice farmers in the Visayas to diversify their crops by exploring corn production. This initiative aims to address the rising food supply needs of the Philippines, particularly as the region is traditionally known for its low corn output. The recent 18th National Corn Congress-Visayas Cluster, held…
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P20/Kilo Rice for Transport Sector Starts September 16, 2025
Introduction to the P20/Kilo Rice Program The Philippine government is set to support those in the transport sector through a new program that allows public transport workers to purchase rice at a subsidized rate of P20 per kilo. This initiative will begin on September 16, 2025, and aims to alleviate the financial burden on transport…