Tag: land-use planning
-
Bali Takes a Stand: Halting Farmland Conversions to Protect Agricultural Heartland
Introduction: Bali’s Farm Frontier Under Pressure The Indonesian island of Bali has long balanced tourism with farming, its emerald rice terraces and family plots forming a crucial part of the island’s identity and economy. Recently, Bali’s leadership took a pivotal step to curb the conversion of productive farmland into commercial developments, signaling a shift toward…
-
Bali Halts Farmland Conversion to Shield Agricultural Heritage
Introduction: Bali’s Struggle to Preserve Farm Land Bali, Indonesia’s iconic island known for its vibrant culture and scenic landscapes, is facing a pressing challenge: the conversion of productive farmland into commercial developments. The decision to halt such conversions marks a significant policy shift aimed at preserving agricultural land, sustaining local livelihoods, and protecting Bali’s centuries-old…
-
Solar Farms Could Boost UK Bumblebees: New Study
New findings link solar farms to bumblebee conservation in the UK Bumblebees, vital pollinators for wild ecosystems and many crops, are facing increasing pressure across Europe. Habitat loss, intensive farming, invasive species and climate change are reshaping landscapes that once supported stable bumblebee populations. A new study published in Global Change Biology investigates a novel…